The word for ‘paradise’ comes from the Persian word for a garden and means the same thing in every culture. It is representative of ‘paradise on earth’ and is our opportunity to own a little bit of heaven – in the here and now. It has a restorative significance as a healer when we understand that … [Read more...] about Grow Your Way to Better Health: Healing with a Garden
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Gardening Catalogs
Spring is approaching for those living in the United States and the gardening catalogs are already in bloom. There is a wide selection available online and many places will send out a free catalog via mail upon request. Nothing is more fun to a gardener than receiving those catalogs full of plants … [Read more...] about Gardening Catalogs
Raised Bed Gardening
Planting goals that require good water drainage in a yard that does not cooperate well can be frustrating. Some plants can handle the excess water in certain areas that does not drain well, in fact, some plants will bloom more with a moist soil base. Those plants that can't cope as well, will cause … [Read more...] about Raised Bed Gardening
Gardening Gifts for the Gardening Friend
There is nothing nicer than receiving a gift relating to one's passion. If your loved one's passion is gardening, then show your thoughtfulness by giving a gift that will be truly appreciated. There are so many great gardening gifts that fit anyone's budget. If your budget is small, go for … [Read more...] about Gardening Gifts for the Gardening Friend
How to Do Indoor Gardening
For many people, plants are just as important to have as furniture. Aside from the aesthetic value plants provide your home with, there are also health benefits - grade school science class tells us that plants cleanse the air through utilizing the carbon dioxide and producing more oxygen. Here is … [Read more...] about How to Do Indoor Gardening
Seven Gardening Yard Tips
Here are 6 essential tips for maintaining a simple but well-maintained garden. Only two things are needed - determination and know-how. Here are some tips on how to keep your garden by the yard looking spruced up and glamorous. 1. Deadheading Keep your border free from wilted flowers and dried … [Read more...] about Seven Gardening Yard Tips
