Or, make a mini-hoop house using homemade hoops ofPVCwater pipe slid onto lengths of rebar hammered into the ground. Connect the hoops at the top with a central ridge of piping. It’s an effective way to keep winter-hardy salads and vegetables safe from harsh weather. Seehow to make a...
If you want to transplant potted Mums into the garden to grow as perennials, do this at least 4 to 6 weeks before the first frost date to give them time to get used to their new location. Note that many florist-variety Mums may not survive the winter outside because they are not as...
Mums are pretty straightforward plants. You need to keep their soil moist (not too dry and not too wet). Always water at the base of the plant. Your mums are hungry and benefit from receiving a balanced fertilizer monthly (10-10-10). When you put the mums into the ground, mulch them...
The 9kg drum is a great size for a family, and our tester uses the Eco cycle most often, which makes use of the whole 9kg. We were also impressed with how gentle the tumble dryer is on fabrics, with Hotpoint's signature ActiveCare setting to preserve colours. The refresh cycle keep cl...
Is your tree over or under-watered? If your tree is too dry you may notice that the leaves are turning crispy and falling, if too wet the leaves may start to go limp and curl before falling. Is your tree getting enough light?
This classic, timeless method offers numerous benefits and is remarkably easy. Hanging allows you to preserve the natural beauty of the flowers while maintaining their shape and color. The simplicity of this method makes it accessible to everyone, requiring minimal tools or equipment. ...
“Doctors recommend parents of new babies to simply use water and cloth for nappy changes at home – especially for those who have skin conditions such as eczema. This isn’t always possible of course so the only baby wipe I recommend to new mums and dads is WaterWipes,” said Wattis. ...
Steamed:While many gardeners still like to preserve beets through traditionalpicklingand canning, Steve Peters, commercial seed manager at Seeds of Change in Santa Fe, says he prefers the natural earthy taste of the root. "Steamed with a bit of butter is perfect." ...