June 10th, 2009 by Garden-Magaziner
More and more people are turning to gardening for various reasons. For some people, gardening may be a process of relaxing while for others it could be an added source of income. Whatever reason you may have for adopting gardening, the fact remains that gardening has changed dramatically over the years.
Gardening used to require a [...]
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September 19th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
Most of us will simply water our container gardens by hand, and enjoy doing it. However, increasingly people do need to travel during the flowering season and may need to irrigate their plants during their absence. If you have considered irrigating your container garden, read on for our introduction to the systems available.
Irrigation systems are [...]
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July 29th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
By Susan Schlenger
There are many great deck ideas and just as many wonderful possible patio designs. However, there are a few things to consider when deciding which one to include in your landscape. Hopefully you will enjoy your landscape structure for many years to come. Here are some things to think about.
The first consideration is [...]
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June 14th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
What are the Lighting Requirements for Common Container Grown Plants?
Basil, oregano, lemon balm, and chives are easy to start and will thrive in a sunny windowsill. Also plant garlic bulbs, seed onions, edible flowers (like nasturtiums and violets) and baby lettuces for impromptu salads.
Seeds to Seedlings Time Lapse
You can grow almost any herb on a windowsill. [...]
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May 30th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
By the Magaziner
Here is a selection of the messages I have received, showing what container gardeners are actually growing in their pots, and saying about it:-
HG: “I’ve got some cool-weather greens growing in plastic boxes (with drainage holes) up on our second-story window sills. Arugula, spinach, chard, French breakfast radish, and lettuces.
JI: In containers, I [...]
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May 30th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
By Garden Magaziner
Hi! I am “Garden Magaziner”!
I am looking forward to the pleasure of introducing “container gardening ” to as many people as I can, and by starting this new “magazine” (or blog!), I hope to introduce many more. There really is no bigger delight than showing people how to grow crops in different kinds [...]
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May 30th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
Very popular models are wood or wood tone materials that look organic in nature. Also very popular are containers made of stone which give a very earthy feel to any area of your home or even outside your home. If such a thing is possible, then people who live in urban environments can also enjoy [...]
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May 29th, 2008 by Garden-Magaziner
By Steve Evans
You can grow everything from flowers to herbs to vegetables in container deck gardens, and the more you get into it the more you’ll realize you can take this style of gardening as far you like. Follow your imagination and innovate and you will be amazed at the abundance of plants grown in [...]
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