Author: Jeffry BullockThey are privacy and shelter are two important things in the garden. The latter is often a problem in gardens which are exposed to cold prevailing winds. Both these points are important not only for the gardener himself, but also for the plants in his garden. Young growth can be severely damaged by cold winds and frequent buffeting will cause a great deal of root disturbance. Although privacy and shelter can be provided by...more
Author: Jeffry BullockA good way to start the morning is to have a nice walk appreciating the wonders of nature around us. Do you ever imagine having your own little paradise just right outside your backyard? Smelling rows of fresh flowers and enjoy seeing colorful fishes in your very own pond or lagoon. Maybe all of us want to have a getaway to shun off the noise of the buzzing city life. Consider a garden bridge to accentuate your sanctuary and...more
In the field of agriculture, water is of great importance because no plantation can live without it. For keeping the garden vegetations and plants to grow gradually, right sort of water supply and irrigation method has to be adopted. There is a variety of irrigation systems developed for the watering task. Always prefer those irrigation systems which make the use of water as little as possible. Not because water is precious and one can not get it wasted, but because only the proper amount of water distribution benefits your plantation. Too much water uptake can harm them and too little watering also can bring malnutrition. Normally, the common one is flood irrigation which is somewhat old and out-of-date watering method that offers irregular irrigation supply. On the contrary, the modern systems and techniques are developed for your watering purpose. Some of them are sprinkler systems and the most recommended drip irrigation systems.Using sprinkler systems, you can irrigate your vegetations and garden plants from the top through pipe or hose. But this sprinkling system has some shortcomings. As you spray water, water gets evaporated slightly in the air. Likewise, the water being...more
Author: Jeffry BullockNew gardeners are so often put off gardening at the thought that it has to involve hours and hours of hard work. The popular idea of a low-maintenance garden is one of covering the space with decking and gravel, planted with a few grasses and pots of evergreens.However, I have discovered an ideal way to help thwart one of the...more
Author: Jeffry BullockOne of the easiest ways to ensure that your rose garden is a success is to be prepared. You can do this by making sure you've followed these tips for rose gardening soil preparation.People need healthy food to perform their best, and roses are no different. In fact, roses are plants that require a large amount of nutrients in...more
Author: Jeffry BullockGarden Planter is a small pot or container used for growing small plants or trees. Garden Planters are stunning outdoor accessories that takes care of your actual garden or outdoor space. Garden Planters provide solution to plant lovers who do not have enough garden space. Garden Planters allow plantation anywhere in different styles shapes and sizes. Square, Rectangular or circular garden planters are there to suit different space area and different plant types viz., small trees to medium plants. Even hang-off garden planters are also available. With garden planters an artificial garden can be created even at the roof top. Selection of Garden planters is most important. Quality material with nicely crafted garden planters must be selected as it did not require replacement at later point of time. Garden Planters with good wooden material like teak, cedar, Redwood, synthetic material like polymer and granite or marble is durable and elegant. Wooden and Granite Garden planers are natural and beautiful. They withstand tuff weather conditions and monsoon seasons. Garden Planters can be selected taking into account whether the container will...more
Author: Jeffry BullockGarden arbors are set up as shaded places in home gardens or public parks where one can relax and rest. These open frameworks are typically made of latticework or rustic work, functioning also as a trellis for climbing or...more
Author: Jeffry BullockPergolas are a shady, garden structure whose beginnings date back to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, and were common features in early Renaissance gardens throughout Europe. Their primary purpose was to provide shade on...more
Author: Jeffry BullockAs we drove by the plush residential homes, some recently covered with a fresh coating of paint and with the variously landscaped yards displaying their beautiful spired shrubs, flowering gardens and well watered green lawns, it...more
The modern lifestyle has now seen the introduction of an outdoor lifestyle and the garden has now become an extension of living space for many homes. One of the main issues that home owners face when they extend into their garden area is that many of...more
If you are thinking of setting up a vegetable garden this summer then you may wish to consider garden irrigation as a means of watering your plants. In vegetable production a good water supply is directly related to the quality and yield of the...more
Author: Christopher S. NorwoodOrganic container gardening can be enjoyable for many people and certainly beneficial also. This kind of organic gardening can be very easy to do. Basically, it is similar to organic gardening in bigger places or plots;...more