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In an inspiring move, a government school in Hazaribag has taken a step towards sustainability by cultivating organic vegetables right in its own backyard for mid-day meals. Students and teachers unite in growing brinjal, tomatoes, and spinach, elevating the nutritional value of the food served. Hazaribag: The students of govt upgraded middle school in Paratanga…
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Key Takeaways Pairing structure with softness helps give gardens a dynamic, painterly quality. Plant in drifts, use strong focal points, and add vertical interest for a layered effect. Stagger plant heights to add depth and movement to your garden composition. There’s an enigmatic quality to the garden of Cordelia de Castellane, author of Flower Couture…
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Perhaps you’ve thought carefully about every plant in your garden, and now you want to focus on making your yard more inviting or need help organizing your gardening gear. We’ve assembled some of our favorite DIY garden projects, ranging from a succulent wreath to a pallet potting bench. Now, grab your gloves and get started.…
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Your yard could benefit from a few upgrades, but that doesn’t mean you have to hire out an entire landscaping crew. It’s entirely possible to DIY the smaller details yourself, refreshing your space and making it even more functional. Here, we’ve gathered just a few easy and elegant expert-approved ideas that you should definitely try…
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1 / 12 Courtesy @bloom.and.grow.ali/Instagram Colorful Spring Bulbs One of the most fun container garden ideas is to pick plants that you can watch mature. Planting your containers with bulbs lets you enjoy all the different stages of growth and color in the blooming process. This container by @bloom.and.grow.ali featured bulbs and palm fans to…
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For the time-rich and cash-poor, gardening is the perfect hobby. And although at this time of year it’s tempting to go and splurge at the garden centre, most gardeners would argue that exercising caution and restraint will help you spend your money more wisely, and end up with a better garden. It’s a cliche, but…
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Most modern homes, if they have outside space at all, have a compact square or rectangular plot. Yet this doesn’t have to be boring. Landscape designers have plenty of garden corner ideas to make the best use of these awkward spots and bring beauty and balance to your yard. Traditionally, a garden with four right…
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A sun trap garden catches the sun throughout the day and is a sheltered space that doesn’t have much (or any) shade. This can happen as a result of the natural garden environment, or you can design it that way using trees, hedges, or hardscaping features like walls and terraces to create the right effect.…
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Online garden planners are excellent tools for organizing and maximizing your garden’s potential. They help you design the layout and select the contents to best suit your garden’s needs. With various planners, you can specify the size, shape, and terrain to create the best garden beds for your space. You can also add boundaries like…
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If your garden is on the small side and you’re struggling for inspiration this year, take a look at the below ideas for small gardens. We’ve handpicked a selection of brilliant designs from the recent years of Britain’s most prestigious Flower Show. Ideas for small gardens Photograph by Jayne Lloyd. If space is so tight…