Monstera are species of evergreen tropical vines/shrubs that are native to Central America. Monsteras are famous for their natural leaf-holes, and has led to the rise of its nickname, Swiss Cheese Plant. These holes are theorized to maximize sun fleck capture on the forest floor by increasing the spread of the leaf while decreasing the mass…
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Try Straw Bale Gardening
Do you like trying new types of gardening methods to see how they work? Some people like to grow a variety of crops in containers or on a mound. An ingenious way to grow plants that you may want to try is straw bale gardening. foxfarm ocean forest soil A couple of bales of straw are…
5 Sustainable Aquaponic Keys and Facts
1. Saves Water Water is an incredibly precious resource. Its availability and quality are two very limiting factors for growing food around the world. Luckily, sustainable aquaponics requires significantly less water by recirculating it through the fish and plant system. Locations with significant water pollution should consider filtration before installing a aquaponic system. Fact is,…
How Many Plants Does It Take to Feed a Person for a Year?
Not every person will consume the same amount. Our chart below is based on average consumption for one adult. Be flexible in planning for likes and dislikes, not everyone will eat peppers, etc. Also consider any food allergies. Preserve as much of your harvest as you can for year-round eating. Many vegetables can not be…
How to Start an Herb Garden
This article briefly talks about steps involved in planting herbal garden. When planning an herbal garden it is important to decide what herbs you want to grow. Then decide where you’re going to plant them. Will it be indoors or outdoors? Is there enough sunlight? Is the soil loose with good drainage or very firm…
Using Conifers to Complete Your Garden
There are just so many options to explore and we are excited to share them with you. We believe there is a solution for every last landscape! We’ve discussed a great deal about fast growing plants, their vibrant colors and ornamental growth really spice up a garden, but today we’ll be presenting how conifers- their…