Having a garden is one of the best things that can happen when you live in a house. It is a gift that allows you to spend some quality time with your friends and family in a natural environment with some fresh air under the open sky. However, lawns do require a bit of maintenance … Read more
Researching the fruit’s health properties Mary Ann Lila, director of the Plants for Human Health Institute at NCSU, says blueberries contain a variety of phytochemicals that may help people with cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity, to name a few. Mary Ann Lila has never met a blueberry she didn’t like. In fact, if she … Read more
The best growers never stop learning. Of course, learning on the farm happens every day, whether we’d like it to or not. Forget to turn on the electric fence guarding the lettuce this spring, and you’ll be reminded how quickly the critters will find it – and you won’t make that mistake again. Other mistakes … Read more
We all want our gardens to emulate vibrant colors and increase the overall appearance of our home. But since most varieties of flowers bloom only for a few weeks, the curb appeal can be hindered. But there are flowers that are considered to be long-lasting plants that bloom all summer long. With vibrant colors and … Read more
We all love our gardens and balconies. Drinking coffee, reading a book, listening to music, or simply relaxing is much better when it’s done outside. Also, throwing parties in your garden or on your balcony makes for a much better experience than doing so inside. No matter what you use it for, your garden table … Read more