Depth is the figure printed on the box of every elevated garden bed and the one gardeners quote to each other. Volume is what plants actually experience, and the two diverge sharply once a bed gets narrow. A twelve-inch-deep bed two feet wide holds half the soil of the same depth at four feet wide, … [Read more...] about Soil Volume, Not Depth, Is the Number That Matters in an Elevated Garden Bed
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Blade Depth, Water Feed, and Why a Concrete Cutter Stalls Mid-Cut
A concrete cutter that bogs down halfway through a slab is usually not underpowered. It is being asked to remove more material per second than its blade can clear, and the operator is responding by pushing harder, which makes the problem worse. Understanding why that happens turns a frustrating … [Read more...] about Blade Depth, Water Feed, and Why a Concrete Cutter Stalls Mid-Cut
How Outdoor Solutions Make Small Backyards Feel Much Bigger
Small backyards have a reputation they don't deserve. A compact outdoor space isn't a limitation, it's just a design problem that hasn't been solved yet. In Boise, homeowners are finding that thoughtful planning and smart outdoor solutions can transform even smaller yards into inviting, functional … [Read more...] about How Outdoor Solutions Make Small Backyards Feel Much Bigger
Container Gardening – Growing Strawberries
Two years ago we purchased a large metal container to start a new container garden. For this particular garden we decided to grow strawberries. It's one of our favorite fruits during the late spring and summer seasons. Strawberries are really easy to grow in your backyard garden. I purchased the … [Read more...] about Container Gardening – Growing Strawberries
The Benefits of Having Houseplants in Your Home
I love houseplants and have over 50 of them throughout our home. I have some that hang from the ceiling, some that sit on shelves and others that are displayed on plant stands. You don't need to be an expert in gardening to have a few throughout your home. The secret is...to select varities that are … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Having Houseplants in Your Home
How to Prepare Your Garden for Spring
As the days start to draw out and the first signs of milder weather start to arrive, the garden starts to stir from its winter slumber. For gardeners across the UK, this long-awaited transition can offer the perfect opportunity to lay some groundwork for spring’s arrival. According to horticultural … [Read more...] about How to Prepare Your Garden for Spring
How to Make Your Own Aloe Vera Gel at Home
I've been growing Aloe Vera plants in my home for the past 25+ years. Aloe is one of the easiest houseplants to grow. It doesn't need a lot of water or attention. Just make sure it's planted in a soil that is made specifically for succulent plants. Give it water on a regular basis and place it in … [Read more...] about How to Make Your Own Aloe Vera Gel at Home
Why Try a Homemade Mozzie Repellent?
If you’ve ever enjoyed a warm Aussie evening outdoors, you’ve probably met our least favourite guests—mozzies, commonly known as mosquitoes. While store-bought sprays can do the trick, many people prefer a safer, natural approach. That's where the homemade mozzie repellent becomes indispensable. … [Read more...] about Why Try a Homemade Mozzie Repellent?