Gardening

The art of flower arranging

The art of arranging flowers in bouquets and compositions originated thousands of years ago and is the expression of the human aspiration towards beauty and perfection. This art is largely influenced by eastern cultures such as the Japanese, Indian, Chinese

The art of flower arranging

The art of arranging flowers in bouquets and compositions originated thousands of years ago and is the expression of the human aspiration towards beauty and perfection. This art is largely influenced by eastern cultures such as the Japanese, Indian, Chinese

More tips for better gardening

The gardening advice below are for gardens located in southern areas. Soil Preparation Secrets Soil preparation is always a prime topic, especially because so many people live high-stress lives with less time than they’d like for doing major garden chores.

More tips for better gardening

The gardening advice below are for gardens located in southern areas. Soil Preparation Secrets Soil preparation is always a prime topic, especially because so many people live high-stress lives with less time than they’d like for doing major garden chores.

Ten tips for growing plants in a winter garden

For some time now, the winter gardens are turning into a familiar sight in most countries. They are planned as part of the newly constructed single-family houses. They usually take the form of a house extension or if there is

Ten tips for growing plants in a winter garden

For some time now, the winter gardens are turning into a familiar sight in most countries. They are planned as part of the newly constructed single-family houses. They usually take the form of a house extension or if there is

Types of fertilizers and their use

Fertilizing the plants is crucial for their proper growth and development. Flowers are notoriously picky about the nutrients of their soil. Quantity and quality of the nutrients are very important, as well as the need for particular nutritious elements during

Types of fertilizers and their use

Fertilizing the plants is crucial for their proper growth and development. Flowers are notoriously picky about the nutrients of their soil. Quantity and quality of the nutrients are very important, as well as the need for particular nutritious elements during

Ten useful tips on how to take care of indoor plants

Different indoor plants require different amounts of moisture, light, warmth and feeding. That fully depends on their origin, whether it would be forests or deserts, marsh lands or mild subtropical climate. Here are the ten useful tips on how to

Ten useful tips on how to take care of indoor plants

Different indoor plants require different amounts of moisture, light, warmth and feeding. That fully depends on their origin, whether it would be forests or deserts, marsh lands or mild subtropical climate. Here are the ten useful tips on how to

Proper watering technique

Everybody knows which are the two most important factors for the well being of every plant: light and water. And while we could easily cope with issues caused by light, the most frequent mistake that any well intended, but inexperienced gardener

Proper watering technique

Everybody knows which are the two most important factors for the well being of every plant: light and water. And while we could easily cope with issues caused by light, the most frequent mistake that any well intended, but inexperienced gardener

7 flowers suitable for beginner florists

Beginner florists often choose flowers based on the beautiful picture on the package without paying attention to the characteristic features of growing the plants and the seeding terms. A lot of these flowers, however, have short term blossom and some

7 flowers suitable for beginner florists

Beginner florists often choose flowers based on the beautiful picture on the package without paying attention to the characteristic features of growing the plants and the seeding terms. A lot of these flowers, however, have short term blossom and some

Color your world with flowers

Color captures attention. It beckons. It invites. It fishes for compliments like no other element in the garden. Small wonder that we plant too much of the stuff. Make the most of your flowers by planning your color strategy. You’ll

Color your world with flowers

Color captures attention. It beckons. It invites. It fishes for compliments like no other element in the garden. Small wonder that we plant too much of the stuff. Make the most of your flowers by planning your color strategy. You’ll

Do not mulch too much

So much fuss has been made about the benefits of mulch that it’s not surprising that some people overdo it. They think if a little around trees and shrubs is good, a lot will be even better. Without checking first

Do not mulch too much

So much fuss has been made about the benefits of mulch that it’s not surprising that some people overdo it. They think if a little around trees and shrubs is good, a lot will be even better. Without checking first

Storing your flowers away from cold

As winter nights turn crisp, the chilling reality of an impending freeze takes root. It is still not late to make a decision on what will you save from the summer garden to nurture over winter And the question that

Storing your flowers away from cold

As winter nights turn crisp, the chilling reality of an impending freeze takes root. It is still not late to make a decision on what will you save from the summer garden to nurture over winter And the question that

Planting bulbs – Dahlias, Gladioli, Lilies, Caladium

Right side up, upside down–which way do they go? Does it really matter? When planting bulbs in anticipation of beautiful spring blooms, it helps to know the ins and outs (or rather, ups and downs). Experienced gardeners take a lot

Planting bulbs – Dahlias, Gladioli, Lilies, Caladium

Right side up, upside down–which way do they go? Does it really matter? When planting bulbs in anticipation of beautiful spring blooms, it helps to know the ins and outs (or rather, ups and downs). Experienced gardeners take a lot

Care and planting instructions for Lilies – Lilium

Upon receipt of your order, the Lilium bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. If bulbs are kept cool, 3-4 degrees C (34-40 F), planting can be delayed for 2 to 3 weeks. Please check you order and close

Care and planting instructions for Lilies – Lilium

Upon receipt of your order, the Lilium bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. If bulbs are kept cool, 3-4 degrees C (34-40 F), planting can be delayed for 2 to 3 weeks. Please check you order and close