February 27, 20241 Comment A striking bird that is common across the island of Tasmania, I saw one the day I landed in Australia and was stunned to find a bird so beautiful. Being color-blind, I generally cannot appreciate birds completely, but blue is the exception!
Once in the fall, a feed of leaf mold and compost, along with a balanced fertilizer, would be enough. The direction of use should be as follows: For each half-inch of the trunk’s thickness at the base, use half a pound of fertilizer and keep it away from the plant’s trunk. Prun...
Essential Garden Tips: 3 KEY Elements of Starting a New Garden February 17, 2024 by Dave When starting a new garden there are a million things you may be thinking about. While they may be important, or at least important to you, there are 3 key elements that are absolutely the most ...
February 4, 2025 ·Countryside Contributor·Growing Discover how to attract beneficial insects and which beneficial garden bugs to keep in the garden. Plant flowers that lure beneficial insects for natural pest control. Read More Harvesting Leaf Lettuce & Salad Dressing Recipes ...
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PlantAmaryllis bulbs8 weeksbeforeyou would like them to bloom. Bulbs can be planted at two week intervals, from September through February to ensure non-stop winter bloom, until May. Plant in a well-drained, sterile potting medium, using a standard 6-inch diameter pot.Be sure that the pot...
of years. And for good reason. Working with the earth is a great way to improve your physical health, and, when complete gardens are perfect spaces for reflection, growth, and relaxation for thousands of years. Furthermore,growing a gardento boost your mental health can pay off in big ...
1) Cold/frost injury: It’s usually recommended that you plant bare root astilbes in spring. In very warm zones, such as Texas or California, the vendor may recommend planting in January/February; middle zones, around March and April; and northern zones, around April or May. This is so...
Posted onFebruary 20, 2016byKaren The birds have started pulling the fibers out of the Alpaca Nesting Ball, so that can mean only one thing… Bird Nesting Time!! I put out my birdhouses this morning in anticipation of the babies to come, and we’ve already had birds going in to check...
February 15, 2024December 6, 2023byJoan Davis Gardens and green infrastructure play a vital role in enhancing property values. In urban areas, the presence of green spaces is not just a luxury but a necessity for a healthy living environment. This blog post will delve into how gardens and ...