These plant pairs grow better together. When it comes to gardening, a little planning can go a long way, saving a lot of time, hassle, and your precious plants in the process. This is especially true of companion gardening, which refers to the pairing of plants that have properties that benefit each other. […]
I’ve enjoyed writing blogs for The Great Big Greenhouse for the past few years. One of the things I’ve enjoyed most is learning new and interesting facts. I thought I’d share with you 12 of the most fun and interesting things I’ve learned so far: There are several species of fireflies native to Virginia.[…]
If you love to cook with fresh vegetables and herbs, growing an indoor garden is a great way to keep your recipes clean and healthy year-round. When outdoor garden space is limited, or the weather outside is too cold, your windowsill can serve as a small-space garden for certain edible plants, such as leafy[…]
What are the benefits of growing your own vegetables? Vegetables are so easy to grow especially in sunny spots. And you don’t need a large yard to build a vegetable garden. Even the tiniest slice of space can be transformed into a lush, thriving garden. If you love the idea of growing your own[…]
Each autumn, the culinary benefits of gardening overflow into our kitchens. Our pantry shelves fill with the many-colored fruits of the harvest: glowing jars of tomatoes and beans, golden braids of onions and garlic, winter squashes in rich greens, oranges and tans…and tucked away from light and moisture, bins of sustaining potatoes, beets, carrots and[…]
How It Affects Your Child’s Brain, Body and Soul For parents struggling to find ways to encourage their kids to eat a healthy and balanced diet, gardening can be an important tool. Don’t let the idea overwhelm you. Gardening doesn’t require a perfectly level, large or sunny backyard. Try planting in a small raised bed[…]
Bees are the backbone of the environment as we know it, helping many plant and animal species by pollinating. “More than 20,000 bee species around the world are the most important group of pollinators for farming and wild plants,” a representative from The Honeybee Conservancy told Bored Panda. We can thank bees for such delicious produce as[…]
Apartment Balcony Gardening Tips to Get Started Your own private sanctuary may be only a few feet from your couch. An urban balcony garden adds peace to any place, whether you’re in student housing or a luxury high-rise. Living in the heart of a bustling city provides excitement and energy, but the apartment living[…]
Here’s what you need to know about what plants might be producing the pollen that makes your allergies flare. Birch If it’s spring and you’re sneezing, these trees might be part of the problem. They grow throughout the continental U.S., except in the southernmost and westernmost states, and their pollen is very likely to[…]
Gardening benefits kids’ health and well-being as well as their attitudes towards learning and the environment. It captures their interest, gives them a sense of pride in their accomplishments and introduces them to healthful foods. From helping you to mulch and pull weeds at age 4 to garnering active and engaging connections to science, math[…]