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Keep your grass green, help your lawn stay lush and learn how to keep your mower in top condition with this guide to getting a better, healthier lawn. 1. Try Homemade Lawn Tonics Some “my-grass-is-greener-than-yours” lawn growers achieve great success with homemade lawn tonics made from ordinary items. If you…
Part of taking charge of your health is knowing what herbal remedies you can use instead of those from modern medicine to treat minor health issues. Medicinal plants are a must for any self-sufficient home, as they are a way of ensuring that should you need it, you can use…
No one can argue that healthy soil equals a better yard and a better producing garden. Not only does healthy soil equal a better producing garden but one that does so with less effort. The question becomes how do we get healthy soil? Even if you chose to follow some,…
Splashes of colour break up green, provide variety, contrast and focal points. Try sowing both annuals and perennial flowers. e.g. cosmos, hydrangeas, sunflowers and marigolds. You don’t specifically have to plant flowers though. A wide range of herbs and vegetables have beautiful flowers too. These include: chives (purple), spring onions (white), dill (yellow), thyme (pale pink…
So, you’ve decided to start a garden? That’s great news! These 5 foolproof tips for how to start a garden is the perfect place to start growing your green thumb. 1. Select a Good Spot When starting a new garden, look for a location that is actually conducive to growing plants. How…
If you’re like me, that morning cup of coffee is non-negotiable. Over time, that caffeine habit can generate a lot of coffee grounds. Don’t toss those grounds into the trash — using coffee grounds in the garden can help create the garden of your dreams. The Benefits of Coffee Grounds Coffee grounds…
For a simple but big statement, consider planting wildflowers. A meadow looks easy and effortless, like it just bloomed, instead of being overly designed. It’s a great way to get lots of color in your garden this summer and the fresh flower bouquets will be endless! Planting Wildflowers First, find a…
Nothing can ruin a sunny, warm day in the garden quite like mosquitoes buzzing around your head. Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce these annoying pests from bothering you. For example, it’s important to remove any standing water from your property, because this is where mosquitoes tend to breed. And you…
For most people, planting a garden is all about flowers. From a cook’s perspective, it’s all about food. Flowers are nice, but vegetables are practical. And when space in the garden is tight, I will always choose culinary over ornamental. With innovative pots and planters that have self-watering reservoirs, it’s…
In front yards across America, most people grow and harvest the same crop: turf grass. They water it constantly. They feed it regularly. And every week or two, they cut it and throw it away. All of this work for an inedible harvest! How about trading time on the mower…
Underneath the twists and turns of their salt-studded mahogany surface, most pretzels are pretty basic—just flour, water, and yeast kneaded and…
These three recipes work really well together and should provide something for everyone. The best thing about this trio is…
We show you how to make a wedding cake or celebration cake with our simple but impressive recipe. Equipment and…
A whole orange is boiled and puréed to make a rich marmalade-y cake which is lightly spiced and decorated with…
This traditional Easter fruit cake is topped with 11 spheres of homemade marzipan, representing all the Apostles, minus Judas. Decorate…
