Earthworms increase nutrient availability in the soil. They improve drainage and create a stable soil structure as well. They reduce soil bulk density by creating larger pores with their burrows. These pores allow water and air to flow into the soil. Can I add them to my raised beds? The limited space and rapid temperature…
Planting and growing our own vegetables has been done for ages, nowadays it’s very easy and popular. I started with a simple thing as tomatoes, they need a lot of sunlight. Lettuce, potatoes, and different types of kale are also very easy to grow. Living on a farm as I do, my family and I…
Not sure where to begin when you want to start a garden? I’ll go over the fundamentals of gardening in this post and provide in-depth knowledge so you may garden with confidence and enjoy yourself. I’ll walk you through planting your vegetables, flowers, and herbs all the way to harvesting them. Nothing compares to the…
Hugelkultur is the process of creating raised beds from rotten wood. Germany and Eastern European countries have practiced this horticultural technique for centuries. What are the benefits of hugelkultur, and is it easy to practice? Hugelkultur involves layering logs and other plant debris to create a gardening area. It enhances soil fertility, increases water retention,…
Sweet, crunchy, and full of flavor, carrots are a beloved vegetable for both kids and adults. In as little as four months, carrots will be ready to harvest. However, you can shorten this time even further if you utilize companion planting techniques. To plant carrots in a limited space and protect against unwanted pests and…
The bold colors and brilliant patterns of land snail shells attract societies all over the world. The shells are used as colors and for decoration purposes. Such diversity in garden snail shells’ colors and patterns arise the question of how and why these shells have different colors. Garden snail shells have different colors because…