When you purchase your seeds, you will typically not need to plant all of them that come in the packet. Instead of throwing them out, you can store them by freezing them for use the following year. You can also freeze seeds that are taken directly from vegetables. The best time to remove and store them is immediately after harvest. Once the beans are thoroughly dry, you can store them in an air tight container, in a cool, dry place. Make sure...more
Avoiding the lemon tree blues!A lemon tree adds a grace note to any garden – but it can also be a continuous source of trouble and strife if your expectations are too high and your level of care too low. I remember a well-known radio gardening personality saying that of all the thousands of questions he'd been asked on air over the years, those concerning lemon trees were by far the most numerous.Yet it doesn't have to be that...more
It was in 2007 when Siddhartha Gigoo started writing his debut novel, The Garden of Solitude. Initially, he went through several periods when he couldnt write anything tangible. But then there were other nights as well when things happened quickly and he got some great ideas, even while working out at his gym. So the life balanced out for him, since now his characters started almost talking to him. The novelist within him had come to life. Forced Out Of His HomelandThe inevitable question that he has to face, being Kashmiri Pandit, is he hard on Muslims? The reason is, he is a Kashmiri Muslim who had to leave his homeland due to the fear of Islamic extremists supported by Pakistan. To some extent, the question does affect him, but he regains his composure and he says anybody who has ever longed for his homeland might be interested in what he writes. Other people who may be interested are those who lost close relatives or loved one in the Kashmir violence. Bunked Classes And Leftist World ViewSiddharth Gigoo has a big personal library (close to hundred books), lovely wife and a daughter. He lives in Dwarka, West Delhi. He became a true blue Delhiite in 1995 when he enrolled himself...more
Even the tiniest of spaces can be effectively utilised to create whatever look is sought. Well placed log cabins neednt crowd the garden, thoughtfully designed climbing frames can avoid the garden being a kids-only zone, and solicitous placement of the good old garden shed could bring a little garden to life.Contemporary GardensThe contemporary...more
Garden rooms and timber extensions are fast and the final price is fixed – probably why the increase in contracted tenders for charities has been won by garden rooms companies, for new premises or extensions to existing buildings. In order to apply for funding, it is important to have a good idea of costs and time frame in mind to...more
If you care for your own lawn and yard, you are going to need a good lawnmower that will be easy for you to use, and very effective for your needs. When you buy a lawnmower you should take into account the size of your lawn and what kind of cut it requires.If you have a small area of lawn then a manual lawnmower will be enough but if you have a larger area of lawn you should buy a powered one. Powered mowers can be cylinder, rotary, or hover. Cylinder mowers are good for the finest cut, rotary ones are good for long and over-grown grass, and hover mowers are best for irregular lawns. As grass need to be cut more closely in summer than in winter you should check that the height of cut is easily adjustable.There are also different types of mowers that provide extra options. A mulching one for example chops grass finely and discharges the clippings close to the soil surface for rapid decomposition and soil nourishment. A lawn mower with a grass collector will provide a fine finish without loose grass. These types of lawnmowers are relatively cheap, quiet, with no cables and need very little maintenance. There are two types of manual lawnmowers: driven by wheels at the side, or...more
Watering the garden has always been an environmentalist's bugbear. Gardens traditionally consume millions of gallons of water per year, most of which aren't even used to actually feed plants – because, usually, gardens are watered...more
Shade sails are all the rage, recently. The good looking, long lasting alternative to the traditionally rubbish British parasol, they've taken over the nation with their smart appearance and dependable quality. As such, people are...more
As the source of life and energy, the sun has played a vital role in the development of civilization, namely agriculture. In conventional farming, while various factors can be managed -- pest and disease, fertilizers, even genetics -- the amount of...more
Having beautiful house with splendid eye catching surroundings and garden is every one"s wish. A house is not merely a combination of brick and concrete. A decorated lawn or a well maintained back yard garden is always preferred and adds elegance to...more
Potential Role of Growing Garden HerbsGrowing garden herbs can be rewarding in many ways. Early civilizations relied on herbs for medicinal, culinary, religious, political and beauty purposes. In China, herbs are among the integral...more
Through a comparative analysis on the development of mechanized farming & gardening machines industry in 31 provincial regions and 20 major cities in visualized form of data map, the report provides key data and concise analyses on the mechanized...more