How many times have you found yourself lacking time for relaxing? This is no wonder because modern time requires from an average man to dedicate most of his time to work, with little to no hours for hobbies. Many find stress relief in plants and gardening. Succulent plants provide a good balance between enjoyment and […]
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The International Code of Botanical Nomenclature establishes the rules which govern the scientific naming of both wild and cultivated plants. The cultivated plants are all those plants which mankind has developed and selected to grow, cultivate and use and the origin of which is chiefly due to intentional human activity. The International Code of Nomenclature lists […]
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How to Plant a Tree A Perfect Time to Plant a TreeA Perfect Place to Plant a TreeOverhead LinesUnderground LinesGeneral Guide through the Process of Planting Trees1. Dig an appropriate hole2. Identify the trunk flare3. Prepare the tree for planting4. Position the tree in the hole5. Fill the hole6. Stake the tree7. Mulch the base of the tree8. Provide […]
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When To Pick Spaghetti Squash? The BasicsHow does it look?Nutrient powerWinter or summer squashes – what’s the difference?Growing the winter (spaghetti) and summer squashesWhen to pick spaghetti squash? If you enjoyed this post and would like to keep it close to you at any time, just save THIS PIN to your Gardening Tips boardThe BasicsOriginating from […]
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The allure of the Spanish and French cuisine lays in its abundant use of saffron as a spice. Rather small amounts of these long red strands – stigmas of mature saffron flowers that are handpicked and dried, are sold for great deals of money – enough to say that saffron costs more than its weight […]
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Are you a salad fan? Do you wish to eat nothing but fresh, green vegetables once the spring comes? Do you enjoy gazing upon your garden early in the morning and feeling thrilled and happy? Being myself one of such people, I have decided to put together this guide, so that you can grow your […]
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Things not turning out exactly the way you want is a natural part of gardening that you’re probably familiar with. A sudden disease might strike your crop when you least expect it, the soil might contain something you haven’t planned for, or vermin might crop up out of nowhere. For me, however, nothing is more […]
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When was the last time you took a walk through your garden? Have you noticed any ants around? These insects appear in every corner of the world, so having a colony in your backyard is nothing unusual. But, if left unattended, these small, hard-working fellows can be quite the pestilence. The damage done to plants […]
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How many times have you found yourself in a situation that old, darkened tree stump had started to turn green again, and start growing? Although nature is resilient and fights for every opportunity to grow, sometimes, it is a bit pain in the neck. To prevent this, there are several things you can do, all […]
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Exotic plants get a reputation for being difficult to grow, especially for beginner gardeners. And it’s usually justified, as most species are very particular about temperature and soil or require precise trimming to promote proper development. Some tropical plants like the Calathea ornata can only be efficiently grown in a greenhouse because of how specific […]
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