Revive Old Garden Containers
by Lauren Spencer
With a little bit of paint, a brush, sponge and some patience, you can turn your cheap plastic garden containers into decorator planters that look just like the expensive designer versions. In fact, these pots will look so good, your guests won't be able to tell the difference. "Just Like Lead" Finish 1. Take a square plastic pot and clean it well with soap and water. Allow to dry and buff. 2. Spray the outside with a white base f...
What Are Hydroponic Gardening Systems, Anyway?
by Susan Slobac
While it may seem very "sciencey," people have been experimenting with hydroponic gardening systems for hundreds of years. The word "hydroponics" is from a Greek terms that literally means "waterworks." hydroponic systems allow for the cultivation of plants with roots placed directly into a nutrient medium, without the use of soil. History It was actually the Greeks of 2000 years ago who started studying the poss...
The Right Choice of Plants For Your Garden
by Emmanuel St-Cyr
Choosing Plants for Your Garden Many times we buy plants on impulse then find there is nowhere in the garden that really suits them. Before buying plants carefully examine your garden to see how much sun and shade it gets, whether the soil is well drained or waterlogged and whether your aspect is sheltered or windswept. You'll then be equipped to go and buy the best plants for your situation; shade-loving plants for the sheltered areas, sun-lovers for the warm spots, drought-resistant pl...
Why You Should Prune Your Trees
by Jess Shaw
If you have just entered the tree growing world, you have no doubt heard the term "pruning" tossed around by the more veteran growers. Well, I have something to admit. For several years, I did not even know what pruning was. I heard the term a lot, but I never felt comfortable asking someone what exactly it was. Even though it would have benefited my gardening and tree growing, I was too prideful to ask. I've found that pride is the reason for the failure of many great endeavors; if I had just a...
Eating Superfood Can Help Fight Cirrhosis
by Jade Simpson
Cirrhosis refers to the replacement of damaged liver cells by fibrous scar tissue which disrupts the liver's important functions. Cirrhosis occurs as a result of excessive alcohol intake (most common), common viral hepatitis, obstruction of the bile ducts, and exposure to certain drugs or toxic substances. People with cirrhosis often experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and weight loss, giving them an emaciated appearance. Diet alone does not contribute to the development of th...