Are you suffering from seasonal sneezes, sniffles, and itches? Don’t worry, you are not alone. We know the struggle of staying up all night because of the unyielding itches and choosing hypoallergenic jewelry. Suffering from any of these symptoms is one of the most annoying happenings that can occur to you. Sometimes, … Read more
Container gardening is one easy way to decorate and give life to your front porch or garden. This method adds a dash of color to dull-looking areas or helps cope with the poor soil in your yard. Contrary to what most people believe, most plants thrive well in containers, and you just … Read more
One of the greatest perks of container gardening is the accessibility to a variety of nutrient-rich crops, be it from your balcony, patio, windowsills, rooftop, to anywhere else in your home where there is adequate lighting. The only problem is that it can be a daunting task to choose which ones to … Read more
Freshly dug potatoes are a wonderful treat for the home gardener. However, it would help if you first sowed seed potatoes before harvesting potatoes. Growing seed potatoes is simple and inexpensive, but there are a few things you should know about seed potato planting to ensure success. Choosing Seed Potatoes There are only … Read more
Because of the size, diverse climate, and topography, these factors contribute to the diverse agriculture in Texas. You can find an assortment of crops in the Lone Star State, from corn and grain in the Texas Panhandle to tomatoes and potatoes in the south. Determining where exactly you are in Texas is … Read more
Have you ever thought of growing peanuts in your home garden? Though peanuts belong to the nut family, they are fairly unique among the nuts since they grow underground and are not produced by large plants. In fact, they are not nuts as such, but essentially legumes. When roasted on their own, … Read more
Here are five excellent tomato growing tips to help you get the best out of your tomato plants – one of the most popular vegetable plants found in any garden, in almost anywhere in the world. Growing the perfect tomato doesn’t have to be hard. If it’s your first time growing them, … Read more
Growing grapes might not sound like your average gardening project, but more like something confined to the vineyards which yearly produce wine… However, a couple of weeks ago while walking past a semi-detached house locally, we noticed vines clambering along a trellis at the side, and clusters of small green grapes. It … Read more
Fast-growing trees have been used by many local councils for many years as part of their beautification scheme. Originally if the area was fairly low lying, and crossed by several small streams which eventually find their way into a local river, but after houses were built, there was a lot of raw, … Read more
Many people want to learn how to grow strawberries because there are few taste experiences more pleasant than eating fruit fresh from your own garden, and strawberries tend to top that list. Growing strawberries is also a fairly straight forward thing to do. It is argued that the world’s best strawberries are … Read more
This article on how to roast pumpkin seeds came about after a request from someone who read my Pumpkin Seed Recipe article. High fiber content, tastefulness and richness in anti-oxidants are some of the factors that have contributed to the high rise in popularity for roasted pumpkin seeds. They are also excellent … Read more
It is surprisingly easy growing hops, one of the most enduring farming practices carried out for centuries to produce that favourite of all beverages; beer… There are several reasons for cultivating hops, but three main reasons: They are grown for beer brewing at home. Hops are also grown for their food values- … Read more