Mushroom compost is the growing material that’s left over from the process of growing mushrooms on an industrial scale. It’s sometimes referred to as ‘spent mushroom compost’. If it hasn’t yet been used it’ll be called something obvious like ‘unused mushroom compost’. Either way it’s full of nutrients and makes a relatively Read more…
It can be quite challenging growing an edible garden in Singapore with such limited space, particularly if you do not have a balcony, roof, or yard. For those who are completely new to the concept and are unsure whether they have a green thumb, here are some easy, fool-proof, and Read more…
In an extract from his new book, ‘How to Create an Eco Garden’, John Walker explains how to turn an unassuming urban plot into an eco-friendly haven. What is garden eco-fitting? Eco-fitting is the updating of any existing elements and the addition of new ones that were not there Read more…
The mission of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification in the Inner Mongolian city of Erdos is to combat the spread of deserts worldwide. China was praised for a law it passed in 2002, that is the first law in the world dedicated to combating desert expansion. Since then, China has carried out Read more…
Whenever someone complains that they can’t grow roses, Patti Jacko asks if the gardener pruned in the fall. If the answer is yes, the mystery is solved. “Pruning in fall will kill them,” said Jacko, a rose expert who grows 158 varieties at her home in Hinckley. Pruned roses lose food Read more…
Storms bring much desired rain to the garden, but they can also do damage if we don’t take measures to protect our plants. High winds, heavy rain and even hail can wreak devastation on the well tended garden. The entire garden can be swept away when the rain is heavy. Even Read more…
1. Plants really do respond to sound Talking to plants to help them grow is a well-known old wives’ tale, but studies have shown vibration (like music, or perhaps even the sweet sound of your voice) can affect plant growth. Plus, in an episode of the famous show, the Myth Busters (in an Read more…
Why Should You Prune Your Herbs? Primarily, because it’s good for the health of the plant. To encourage fresh growth, which often helps a tall, thin plant develop bushier foliage. To propagate new, rooted growth To control the size of the plant itself, and the overall size of the garden. Read more…
1. Propagation by spores Lower plants like mosses and ferns produce spores. To propagate this way: Cut out a spore-bearing leaf and place it in a paper bag to collect the brown spores. Prepare a moist, sterile, media in a tray and sprinkle the spores on it. Cover it with Read more…
Leaf and flower vines 1. Malabar spinach is a personal favorite, as it is an ideal provider of leafy greens, which can sometimes be difficult to come by in tropical environments. Malabar multiplies well and grows up to 30 meters, producing more and more leaf fodder as it is harvested. The Read more…