DIY Farming Resources and Guide
DIY Farming Resources and Guide
Square foot gardening is a method of kitchen gardening where more food is grown in less space. In this system of kitchen gardening, you create raised beds for about 4 feet square and separate into 16 one foot square to form a grid. Each square is then planted with a type of crop. Plants in each square depending on the …
Venus Flytrap, scientifically known as Dionaea muscipula, is a perennial carnivorous type of plant from the Sundew family or Droseraceae. Venus Flytrap is a native of North and South Carolina, and this plant is usually found in a damp and a mossy area. It is a photosynthetic plant that uses the proteins from nitrogen-rich animals to survive in a marginal condition of …
A shrub is a woody plant that is characterized as smaller than a tree, and mostly, have a round shape. It has various stems that branch from the ground level. Shrubs constitute a part of the garden design since it provides color, structure, interest, and character to the garden as a whole. There are various examples of shrubs that you …
Indoor plants provide health benefits and aesthetics. Some have medicinal advantages, others absorb the air pollutants to purify the air, while most plants are adorable to see, and they improve how your home looks. However, there has been a danger in planting some plants. They are not safe for children, and they are poisonous to people. Below are some poisonous …
Among the most popular herbs all over the world are perennial herbs. Most gardeners have these herbs in their garden because of its edible flowers and medicinal qualities. They are easy to grow and do not require so much maintenance. You can grow them in a container if you do not have a lot of space. The following herbs are …
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Quinoa in culinary is a whole grain, but actually, it is a seed. It is a seed from weed-like plant goosefoot, related to spinach and beets. It is widely recognized as ancient grains. For people in Andes, thousands of years ago, Quinoa is a staple food for diet while the Incas call it the mother of all the grains. It …
Did you ever think of growing your own vegetables? The good news is that it is not as hard as you think. As long as you have an area like your backyard, you can easily start your own sustainable backyard farm. It is essential that the land gets enough sunshine and has a source of water. Trust me, it will …
Radishes (botanical name, Raphanus) are edible root vegetables. They come in several shapes, sizes and colours, each with their own unique flavour. Radishes are often used to prepare vegetable salad and as herbs. They are quite medicinal vegetables with lots of health benefits attached to consuming them. Radishes are used in curing gastrointestinal disorders, treating bile duct infections, diabetes treatments …
If you’re big on living sustainably and in harmony with nature, chances are you’ve come across the term ‘Permaculture’ at one point or the other. Permaculture garden is an excellent way of harnessing natural resources to grow your own food, whilst making sure these resources are well maintained. What is Permaculture Gardening? Before we delve into the world of permaculture …
Often overlooked is the important role bees play in our gardens and the planet in general. One of these very important insects is the mason bee. What are Mason Bees? Mason Bees are a species of bees in the genus Osmia, of the family Megachilidae. They are termed ‘Mason’ because of their tendency to use mud in the construction of …