by Contributed | Mar 31, 2020 | Small Spaces |
With the pandemic situation, we have been forced to self-isolate and adapt to an indoor lifestyle. And while it’s easy to stay idle inside your apartment, it’s important to keep ourselves occupied. One great way to stay productive is by trying indoor gardening. According to researchers from Chungnam National University, indoor gardening comes with numerous benefits—from relieving stress, to decreasing blood pressure. The good news is that you don’t need a big space to get started, as an apartment garden can be just as ideal for lush greenery as a regular garden. If you’re ready to set up your own, we have gathered some tips from here in the US and from Europe that will guide you. Set Up a Sunny Space The first thing you’ll need to do when setting up your garden is find a space that attracts some sunshine.… Read Full Post
by Keri Byrum | Mar 24, 2020 | DIY Garden Projects, Small Spaces |
Yep, we all have some extra time on our hands right now. It makes a DIY terrarium the perfect way to fill an afternoon. If you are looking for garden projects to do with your aging parents or your children, this is a good one! While I titled this “DIY Terrarium” it probably could also be called “Terrarium Refresh” or “Replanting a Terrarium” because this was an old terrarium that needed a new look. After more than three years sitting on my desk it was time! As you can see this terrarium is sad, S-A-D! I decided to scrap everything, including the pepperomia with the green and white leaves. With more tropical and water loving plants to go in here it didn’t seem like it would do well in the moist environment.… Read Full Post
by Contributed | Mar 24, 2020 | DIY Garden Projects |
There are some big countries in the world right now that are being made to stay indoors. The latest one to follow suit is the UK. With tightening restrictions, now might be the perfect time to get your garden ready for the season. The world has changed completely, but one beautiful thing is that all people have to do now is go outside and enjoy the natural world. People will be going for walks and runs because that’s all they can do. Even if not in complete isolation like some countries, the US is practicing social distancing and people are staying at home more. This leads to being out in the garden and enjoying the peace and quiet of gardening. It becomes almost a hobby and a way to pass the time for some people.… Read Full Post
by Contributed | Mar 20, 2020 | Plant Spotlight |
Phalaenopsis Orchids are believed to be the most popular kind of orchids. People commonly refer to the them as the “Moth Orchids”. Taking good care of them is very important, same as knowing the dos and don’ts when dealing with them. They are not your typical houseplants you water in whatever way you feel like. For Phalaenopsis orchids, you have to be deliberate when watering them. You can’t afford to overwater them. Underwatering your orchid is a manageable situation unlike overwatering which is more dangerous to the health of the plant because it is not able to absorb the water. Overwatering is believed to be the number one reason most Phalaenopsis orchids get into trouble. These orchids, being epiphytic plants, naturally cling to trees in their natural tropical environment.… Read Full Post
by Contributed | Mar 18, 2020 | DIY Garden Projects |
The world may be a little turned around right now, but in the wake of self-isolation and social distancing, it’s the perfect time to turn your attention to your home. Your house and garden need your time, and with the weather moving into the spring, it’s the best time of year to get the garden tidied and ready for everything to open once more. A messy garden is easily ignored when life is filled with work, but if you now have the time, let’s take a look at some of the ways that you can get your garden tidied and ready for that warmer weather. Image Source: Pexels The first thing to do is to allocate some time to cleaning out your garden.… Read Full Post
