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on July 1, 2022July 1, 2022Gardening Kids

Fun things for children to do in the garden

It’s not easy to pry a child’s eyes away from their electronic devices and inspire them to venture out into the world. But with a …

on May 23, 2022May 23, 2022Gardening Landscaping

Why Your Lawn Always Looks Brown

We all want our lawns to look green and verdant year-round. But, in most parts of the country, that’s hard to achieve. It’s either too …

on May 17, 2022May 17, 2022Gardening Landscaping

What’s the Secret Behind A Lush Garden?

A green and beautiful garden adds value to your property. Gardens can increase your living space, creating a relaxing communal area for friends and family. …

If you want to make your garden more sustainable, there are plenty of options available for you, but the best thing you can do is to start very simply. Let's show you some ways to create a sustainable garden. Find Creative Ways To Reuse Resources There are many options for you, including water containers that you can use to filter freshwater. But you can also go one step further and install a water pump. While there are many water pump problems and solutions out there, the fact is that if you are looking to start sustainably, what better way to do it than with the liquid that comes out of the sky? Harvesting as much rainwater as you can is a great way to give back to the soil as it can maximize the moisture for healthy plant growth and reduces your reliance on local water supplies. Avoiding Chemicals If you want to design a sustainable garden, you have to commit to never using chemicals. Chemicals create a lot of damage and have negative consequences, so if you are trying to minimize pests in the garden, there are plenty of organic alternatives. Creating a Zero-Waste Garden Anything that's organic and natural can decompose. In order to create a foundation of sustainability in your garden, it's important to remember that you don't need to throw everything in the garbage. One of the best ways for you to think about this is to consider what you would do if you didn't have a garbage disposal unit. As kitchen scraps and green garden waste can be reused outdoors, there are plenty of compost systems and Bokashi bins to suit every situation. And even if you do not have the room, you can contribute to someone else's compost pile. Building Healthy Soil It is so easy to do this, especially if you start collecting all of your grass clippings and dry leaves. Organic matter is going to improve the structure of the soil so you can grow healthier plants. In this respect, sustainability is so straightforward because everything is right there in your garden, you just need to collect it all and layer it over the soil. Saving Seeds Even if you need to buy seeds or plants to get yourself started on this journey you reduce your need to buy seeds every year by propagating new plants from species that grow well in your garden environment. Choosing the Right Plants While you may think that you can start to grow fruit now, it's important to remember that choosing locally adapted plants is better for your garden. Choosing perennials over annuals is a good idea and picking water-wise plants that are not as thirsty can help you grow a diverse ecosystem and give your garden a solid starting point. As sustainability is something we all need to consider, the best place to begin is at home. There are plenty of options available for you, and if you are lucky enough to have a garden, make the most of this.

on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022Gardening

“Mulch” To Talk About! 6 Ways To Make Your Garden a Foundation of Sustainability

If you want to make your garden more sustainable, there are plenty of options available for you, but the best thing you can do is …

on April 4, 2022April 8, 2022Gardening

3 Tips For Adding A Fruit Tree To Your Garden

A fruit tree can be a beautiful, natural, centerpiece for your garden space. These trees don’t just look gorgeous, they also provide you with your …

on January 8, 2022June 13, 2022Gardening

How to Transform Your Garden in 4 Easy Steps

Gardens can be such a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. There is something about that fresh air and green space that just …

on September 8, 2021October 27, 2021Gardening

The Power of Flowers in Reducing Stress

From spa days to daily meditation sessions, we all do as much we can to reduce our stress levels. After all, we all want to …

on July 27, 2021October 27, 2021Gardening

You Don’t Need A Lot Of Soil To Make A Gorgeous Garden

If you have always had dreams and ambitions of starting a garden, but you have no open soil to grow anything, you might think that …

on July 7, 2021October 27, 2021Gardening

Why Your Garden Might Be Falling Ill

We all love to have a garden that is bright, vibrant, gorgeous, and lively. When you start to see discolored patches, a lack of growth, …

on July 6, 2021January 15, 2022Gardening Home Improvements

4 Brilliant Ways To Accentuate Your Garden

If you are focusing on ways to improve your home, then you should consider making some changes to the garden. There are lots of ways …

on March 15, 2021October 27, 2021All Natural Gardening Health & Wellness

Ginger Goodness: 6 Things You Should Know About Ginger

The usage of ginger can be traced back 5000 years ago when ancient Indians and Chinese concocted ginger roots to cure common ailments. Further, even …

on February 22, 2021October 27, 2021Gardening Landscaping

Enjoying the Benefit of Sunlight without Overexposure on Your Conservatory

Conservatories are the best place to enjoy time with family or friends and take in the natural light. It’s a valuable addition to the home; …

on January 24, 2021January 31, 2022Energy Gardening Travel

Looking To Live Off Grid? Move To Utah!

It is more attractive than ever to get away from it all and find a place off-grid to live. You can leave the stress of …

on November 30, 2020April 5, 2022Gardening Landscaping

9 Landscaping Features That Will Add a Touch of Charm to Your Yard

Do you want to make your front yard look more welcoming and charming for the season? Do you want to improve your yard with some …

on November 23, 2020January 31, 2022Gardening

7 Ways to Create a Wildlife Garden (and Why You Want One)

Have a brown thumb? Want your own backyard animal sanctuary? Looking for ways to help the environment? No matter why you’re considering a wildlife garden, …