gardening

How To Build A 4 x 16 ft Cinder Block Raised Bed Garden

This year I decided I wanted a raised bed garden.  I went with a raised bed rather than a ground garden for several reasons. Raised gardening beds are higher than ground level, so there is not as much bending to work in your garden. A high frame puts plants in reach of a gardener. For easy access, (about 4 feet wide)  it’s easy to reach to the center of the bed. Raised beds are so effective for increasing efficiency and yields that crops produce better because the soil in the beds is deep, ...[READ MORE]

6 Garden Animals That Need Your Help This Winter

The winter months are tough – having to venture out of the house when there's sleet or snow falling in droves can be depressing at best, and downright dangerous at worst. And for the critters who don't have a heated home to retreat to this winter, the bad weather really can be a matter of life and death. Luckily for them, though, they have you responsible animal lovers to take care of them, right? Here are some tips on helping out your feathered, furry, scaly and winged friends when it's cold ...[READ MORE]

Eight Things To Think About When Building A Greenhouse

Eight Things To Think About When Building A Greenhouse This means no more worrying about Winter frost, no more limitations on the types of plants that you can grow and of course, no more Sundays missed when the weather says you can’t work in the garden. Should you find yourself actively planning a home greenhouse, here are eight important factors to consider.     Sunshine The first step towards building your own greenhouse is of course choosing the perfect spot in your garden. ...[READ MORE]

Multipure's Splash Into Spring Promotion

Multipure's Splash Into Spring Promotion Multipure wants to help your yard, your garden, and your business spring forward with our Splash into Spring Promotion! From April 8, 2013 through June 30, 2013, we’re offering our beneficial Aquagrow yard-and-garden de-chlorinator at $15 off to customers who purchase any Multipure Drinking Water System! The Aquagrow easily connects in-line to your existing garden hose to reduce the levels of harmful chlorine in your outdoor water, giving your plants the ...[READ MORE]

Avoid Conservation Crime! Learn The Best Ways To Conserve Water

Avoid Conservation Crime! Learn The Best Ways To Conserve Water During the year there will be dry spells.  In order to keep your gardens in the best health you will at times need to do some watering.  There are some great ways to keep your garden from getting thirsty without wasting water. Why Save Water? Clean water is becoming a precious resource that does need to be conserved. Consider very carefully before you turn the tap on and use clean mains water for your garden.  Not only could this ...[READ MORE]