Monthly Archives: October 2009

The four key elements of nature for our survival are earth, fire, water and wind and more artistic gardeners use these elements subtly in their gardens for achieving the right balance of their effects. Earth elements are all too often mistaken for simple soil when soil forms only a part of the earth element in a garden. Prominent earth representation in a garden is achieved by the right combination of rocks, clay, stones and terracotta. Ponds and water features are becoming increasingly popular. They need power supply and their best position is where they are both visible and audible. Water … Continue reading →

A garden shed is a structure that is usually made of wood and located at the back of a garden. It is used as a storage area and also as a place to relax and engage in gardening and such hobbies. They are not only the store house of tools, but also of all the temporary unwanted items of the house that might prove useful one day. If you are bored of the useless items stored in your garden shed, it’s time to make it a bit more interesting and lively. You can modify the garden shed using shed plans … Continue reading →

Gone are the days when one had to wait for Flag Day or a National event to hoist a flag. Today the concepts of garden flags have made it possible for people to hoist flags whenever they wish. Garden flags not only give the scope for hoisting flags according to one’s wishes but also contribute enormously towards the adornment of ones garden. A garden looks beautiful with all their greenery and blossom and garden flags serve like icing on the cake. Garden flags can be used on all possible events like mother’s day, father’s day, Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, … Continue reading →

Once the summer heat begins to recede amid falling temperatures, it is time indoor houseplants garner attention again! Houseplants in thousands are grown indoors. The more typical examples include ferns, orchids, cactus, bonsai, daffodils, philodendrons, hyacinths, rose plants, African violets, rubber, zebra plant, Chinese evergreen, begonias, among others. For good results in indoor gardening, patience and constant care are a must. Success in indoor gardening calls for the crucial elements of soil, plant pots, light, watering, fertilizers and pesticides. Fertilizing indoor plants using the right fertilizer is of vital importance as the levels required are different for each plant. Fertilizing … Continue reading →