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“Once we started bringing stuff out, other people joined, and the community developed organically.” 15:11, 21 Jul 2020Updated 11:16, 12 Dec 2020 Tom Clarke lives on Ardmore Avenue, just off Ormeau Road A South Belfast alley, which was transformed into a garden paradise during lockdown, has been featuring in a new gardening programme with Diarmuid…
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If you’re looking to start the year green-fingered, January in Mackay is ideal for planting heat-loving vegetables and tropical plants that thrive in summer conditions. For vegetables, think fast-growing and resilient. Tomatoes, capsicum, eggplant, and cucumbers flourish in the tropical heat with plenty of sunlight and consistent watering. Herbs like basil, coriander, lemongrass, and mint…
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Nothing says laid-back luxury better than a tropical destination, so it’s no surprise that many people try to channel this vibe into the design of their deck. Whether it’s in the landscaping, embracing palm trees, shrubs and exotic flowers, or just in the choice of materials and furniture, this space can become the ultimate relaxation…
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Three primary schools have turned their outdoor spaces into “edible playgrounds” where youngsters can grow fruit and vegetables. Sunderland City Council said the schemes at Barmston Village, Gillas Lane and Hetton Lyons schools would “help children connect with nature”. They are designed to give pupils a better understanding of where food comes from as well…
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Indoor plant care: Plants rely on the nutrients within the pot you plant them in, in order to flourish. To ensure your plants reach their full potential, use a good quality, premium potting mix. Search for a potting mix with the Australian Standard red tick, which ensures that the mix has been manufactured with quality…
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Whether you need some inspiration on how to redesign your garden or have just moved into a new place with a blank canvas, choosing a cohesive theme can really help you create an impressive outdoor space. With all the garden trends that come and go, it can be hard to settle on just one you…
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Forget backyard farming, soil under your nails and playing the gardening guessing game. There’s a way to grow your own produce in the comfort of your home without the backache, without the endless war on pests, and without battling nature’s elements. Vertical hydroponic gardening is here. Consider it farming’s sleek, space-age sibling. And if you’re…
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Columbus St. Mary middle school students are digging into science, sustainability and stewardship with the launch of two new Flex Farm hydroponic gardens from Fork Farms. Thanks to the guidance of middle school science teacher Mrs. Katie Patti and the support of Mr. Hanson, students in grades 7 and 8 planted nearly 270 lettuce plants…
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Sign Up For Goods 🛍️ Product news, reviews, and must-have deals. Picking, chopping, and grinding freshly grown herbs can quickly improve the taste of a pasta dish, enhance the appeal of vegetables, or even bring out the flavor of seared salmon. However, in many locations, you cannot grow herbs outdoors all year, so starting an…
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Staying up to date with the latest garden trends can help to keep your outside space feeling fresh. Whether you are planning to re-landscape your entire plot later this year, or perhaps you want to develop an underused corner in the coming weeks, keeping an eye on the current trends is always a good idea.…