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The home and gardening topics that keep the interest of gardeners are varied. Gardening is one of the best activities for bonding and getting together with people. Gardening can be learned in small steps. Most beginners learn their gardening skills through articles written by other gardeners. There are many books on gardening written by well-known gardeners.

Here on this page, you will be able to read my topics on gardening and anything in the garden.

Indoor Vertical Gardens

The Best Plants for Indoor Vertical Gardens: Top Picks

Introduction to Plant Selection What is an Indoor Vertical Garden? Indoor vertical gardening, often referred to as living walls or green walls, is an innovative gardening system where plants are grown vertically, typically in a structured frame that is attached to a wall. These indoor vertical gardens are perfect for maximizing space in small apartments or homes, bringing nature indoors, and improving air quality. They can range from simple DIY setups to complex hydroponic systems, providing a versatile solution for urban gardening enthusiasts. With indoor vertical gardening, you can ...
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Aquaponic System

Beginner’s Guide to Starting an Aquaponic System at Home

What is Aquaponics? Aquaponics is a sustainable farming method that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water). In an aquaponic system, fish waste provides an organic nutrient source for plants, and the plants help to filter and clean the water, which is then recirculated back to the fish tank. This symbiotic relationship creates a self-sustaining ecosystem. Setting up an efficient aquaponic system allows for the production of fresh, organic food with minimal environmental impact. The integrated approach not only conserves resources but also promotes a harmonious ...
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Vertical Hydroponic Systems

Maximizing Yield with Vertical Hydroponic Systems

Introduction to Vertical Hydroponic Systems What is Vertical Hydroponics? Vertical hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions to nourish crops in vertically stacked layers. This innovative farming technique maximizes space efficiency, making it ideal for urban environments where horizontal space is limited. If you're looking to implement this method, exploring the benefits of a Vertical Hydroponic Garden can be particularly enlightening. Unlike traditional hydroponics, which usually spreads out horizontally, vertical hydroponics stacks the growing trays or towers, allowing for more plants to be ...
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Types of Hydroponic Systems

Exploring Different Types of Hydroponic Systems

Essential elements that plants typically draw from the soil are dissolved into the water, which is recycled within the system, minimizing waste. Types of Hydroponic Systems Hydroponic Farming comes in various forms, each with unique benefits and suitable applications. Here’s a deeper look at some of the most popular types. Deep Water Culture (DWC) Explained Benefits of DWC Systems Deep Water Culture is one of the simplest forms of hydroponics. Plants are suspended in a nutrient solution with their roots submerged in water, which is oxygenated using air stones to prevent stagnation and root ...
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How To Protect Your Plants In Winter

How To Protect Your Plants In Winter

Most plants are not well-suited for low temperatures, snow and/or ice. The cold often affects the plant's young tissues, including the leaves and most tender buds. They can develop a darkening effect in just a few hours which can affect the plant's production during spring and summer. Winter can also cause damage to the bark and trunk, mostly due to extreme temperature changes that can lead very deep vertical cracks. Even the most superficial roots are vulnerable. One of the biggest problems for plants in winter is their inability to absorb water. They can also ...
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Why, when and how to apply lime to grass

Why, when and how to apply lime to grass

The following questions and answers in this lime for lawns post will help guide you through the process, so you can be confident to get the best results for your lawn: WHAT IS LIME? Lime is a soil amendment made from ground limestone, which naturally contains calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate. When lime is added to the soil, these compounds work to increase the pH of the soil, making the soil less acidic and more alkaline. Although lime contains calcium and magnesium, which are essential nutrients for healthy plant growth, it is not ...
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3 Unusual Tricks To Improve The Appearance Of Your Garden

3 Unusual Tricks To Improve The Appearance Of Your Garden

And what does it mean to have an overview? Well, do not focus only on a part or an element of the garden, but try to foresee the final complete result. Gardening and landscaping training This is a very common mistake. For example, focus a lot on the plants being well cared for while the walls of the house, which should be white, have already had a yellowish color for years. If you stop to think about the different gardens that you have liked when you have seen photos, they we ...
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A Helpful Guide To Deck Contractors For Quality Project Assistance

A Helpful Guide To Deck Contractors For Quality Project Assistance

You need to find a contractor that has a business address to display professionalism and a phone number to be accessible. If you are in the need of a deck repair service contractor, the searching process might be very frustrating to you. Make sure you interview many different candidates and ask specific questions to get a good feel of them. Try to make a list of questions you’ll ask them all and then compare the answers. Make sure your deck repair service contractor signs a written contract with de ...
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How To Care For Your Pink Bignonia Or Pandora Bush

How To Care For Your Pink Bignonia Or Pandora Bush

This plant enjoys a mild climate (no strong frosts in winter) and a relatively good amount of light. How Is The Pink Bignonia? Without a doubt, the pink bignonia is a beautiful vine. With its agile growth (it can reach more than 5m in height) it will dress any wall in a reasonable period of time. This vine belongs - of course - to the bignonaceae family, like its relative, the red bignonia. In fact, both are very similar both in appearance and requirements. However, curiosities of life have a different origin: the pink bignonia ...
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What You Need To Know Before Hiring A Landscape Garden Contractor

What You Need To Know Before Hiring A Landscape Garden Contractor

Many individuals who enjoy the look of nature often turn to a landscape design company to help them create private outdoor spaces. A garden landscape contractor can create a variety of environments for any home or business, and this type of company can help create a great outdoor living area or garden for you. One reason why many people hire a garden landscape contractor to create an outdoor living space is that they want a garden that looks impressive without taking up a lot of space. While some landscaping projects may call for more work ...
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