Part of taking charge of your health is knowing what herbal remedies you can use instead of those from modern medicine to treat minor health issues. Medicinal plants are a must for any self-sufficient home, as they are a way of ensuring that should you need it, you can use…

No one can argue that healthy soil equals a better yard and a better producing garden. Not only does healthy soil equal a better producing garden but one that does so with less effort. The question becomes how do we get healthy soil? Even if you chose to follow some,…

Splashes of colour break up green, provide variety, contrast and focal points. Try sowing both annuals and perennial flowers. e.g. cosmos, hydrangeas, sunflowers and marigolds. You don’t specifically have to plant flowers though. A wide range of herbs and vegetables have beautiful flowers too. These include: chives (purple), spring onions (white), dill (yellow), thyme (pale pink…

If you’re like me, that morning cup of coffee is non-negotiable. Over time, that caffeine habit can generate a lot of coffee grounds. Don’t toss those grounds into the trash — using coffee grounds in the garden can help create the garden of your dreams. The Benefits of Coffee Grounds Coffee grounds…

For most people, planting a garden is all about flowers. From a cook’s perspective, it’s all about food. Flowers are nice, but vegetables are practical. And when space in the garden is tight, I will always choose culinary over ornamental. With innovative pots and planters that have self-watering reservoirs, it’s…