Landing Ideas, Tips & Guides

If you envision your garden as a secluded sanctuary where you can relax and enjoy some peace, it will be of great benefit to improve the privacy of that special place. One way to do that is by strategically planting different beautiful tall-growing plants. They will not only add a touch of botanical elegance but will also shield your outdoor area from curious eyes.

Offering some of the closest beaches to London, Essex has a reputation for kiss-me-quick resorts and dormitory commuter towns. The truth is that this flat county, defined by slow-flowing rivers, estuaries, salt marshes and oyster beds, abounds in subtle charm. The Romans settled in Colchester and evidence of their occupation can be found in many coastal settlements. In the 1560s Flemish protestants brought their silk-weaving skills to the town, while the Dutch reclaimed swathes of land for farming. 

Encountering a dead dragonfly that lands on you might initially be startling, but it might have a deeper significance. Stay with us as we explore this fascinating topic!

Nature lovers feel a sense of awe when a dove gets down to perch at their place. As it lands gracefully, they might wonder: What Does It Mean When a Dove Visits? Is it just a usual thing, or could there be a special meaning? Let’s unearth the meaning behind this visit below.

Natural swimming ponds serve a twofold purpose: not only can you (obviously) swim in them whenever you fancy a refreshing, chill dip, but they also look beautiful in a garden, replacing the luminous blue sterility of a normal chlorinated pool with a wilder look. As such, they are much in demand, though creating one requires a little forethought and consideration of a number of moving parts. With that in mind, we spoke to Tim Evans, owner of swimming pond specialists Gartenart, about how to make one work in your own garden.

Creating a garden is, initially, an introverted process. It takes a while to imagine a garden and to develop it into its final form. For much of that period your thoughts are just part of an evolving dream of a future reality. It takes longer to build a garden and a whole lifetime, or more, for that garden to mature. To embark on making a garden is an act of faith. The creative journey is made unique by the relationships we have with those we enlist to help us. Without other people there would be no garden. Together, we generate a great alchemical soup of ideas, we consider constraints and we discuss details that ultimately coalesce into the new garden. Landscape gardens can express themselves in myriad ways. I have always enjoyed the freedom landscaping offers to explore what the land, the people and the circumstances ultimately reveal.

When you pull a pie crust out of the freezer aisle at the grocery store or a sleeve of cookies off the shelf, it’s likely that one of the ingredients they contain is dietary fat, such as soybean or palm oil. These oils are agricultural products, but do they have to be?

Experiencing a moth landing on you can be filled with wonder and curiosity, especially for garden enthusiasts. This seemingly small event often blends folklore, symbolism, and fascinating biological insights! Let’s have a look at it in detail!

Since the new year is quickly approaching, we asked professional interior designers to share the top carpet and rug trends that will take center stage over the coming months. Regardless if you tend to gravitate toward classic, neutral pieces or are eager to experiment with bold colors and funky shapes, there's a style for everyone to look forward to.

For many years, these slow-moving creatures have been seen as an invitation to slow down and reflect on the growth and health of your garden. Keep reading to know What Does it Mean When a Turtle Visits You so that you know the reason when you spot one in your garden!

These majestic birds of prey are known for their keen vision and power. Whether perched on a tree branch or soaring above your garden, a hawk’s presence can be interpreted as a significant sign from nature. Let’s explore – What Does it Mean When a Hawk Visits You?

The Japanese art of growing miniature versions of beautiful trees is perfect if you wish to fill your home with stunning greenery without compromising space. Let us look at the 14 Oldest Bonsai Trees in the World to inspire you.

Have you ever thought What Does It Mean When a Cricket Lands on You? Some say they bring a message of a change that is about to come in life, and others believe they bring good luck. Scroll down and learn fascinating beliefs and tales connected to these small, chirpy insects.

Butterflies thrive in various environments, from open meadows and woodlands to wetlands, deserts, and even urban areas. With over 20,000 recognized species, each butterfly is uniquely suited to its specific ecological niche, and their vivid colors and intricate wing patterns capture the imagination of people worldwide.

Imagine you’re enjoying a serene moment in your garden, admiring flowers and the buzzing bees, when suddenly a bird flies overhead and—plop!—you find yourself the unwitting target of an aerial surprise! While it might seem like a messy inconvenience, it may carry a hidden symbolism. So, What Does It Mean When a Bird Poops on You? Well, time to find out!

Have you ever been in your garden, tending to your blooms, and suddenly felt the buzz of a bee near you—only to find that it’s chosen you as its landing spot? So, What Does it Mean When a Bee Lands on You? Is it a sign of good luck, a spiritual message, or simply random behavior from our pollinator friends? Time to find out!

Before the garden, there was my father. And then, all of a sudden, there wasn’t: He was alive, and then he was dying and then he was dead, the cancer spreading quickly over the course of 18 months.

Gifting your first catch, whether a moose, a deer or berries, is a Tlingit tradition. 

When it comes to looking for a home to buy, there are many things to consider beyond size and curb appeal. The type of housing itself is important and sometimes confusing: take condos and townhouses.

We’re back in New Zealand today to see more of Jill Hammond’s beautiful garden. She has spent the last 28 years transforming a 7.5-hectare (18.5-acre) piece of land in rural Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. When she and her husband moved in, it was a completely bare piece of land, so she’s created this entire garden from nothing.

Today we’re visiting with Jill Hammond.

In this article, we will discuss Endangered Flowers in Michigan and the important steps that must be taken to preserve them.

I first learned the fundamentals of kitchen gardening from my mother, who learned it from her father, a passing-on of traditional skills repeated down through countless generations.

It’s always a pleasure to speak with our neighbors in Canada, and it’s clear the community garden movement there is alive and thriving. Judy Stafford and Naomi Kulhawy are two of Kin Park Community Garden’s biggest supporters, with Judy as executive director and Naomi as the farm director.

It’s a tentative start. We crack open wet soil, slot the roots of a small birch tree into the gap and firm it in. The blessings of Mother Earth on you, little tree. The birch is a bare slip of a thing barely anchored in the ground. One down, 23,999 to go.

Discovering a frog in your garden or home isn’t just a sign of a healthy ecosystem; it’s often steeped in symbolism and cultural beliefs that span across various traditions. Whether you consider the frog’s appearance as a simple quirk of nature or a message from the universe, the event certainly piques curiosity. So, What Does it Mean When a Frog Visits You? Read on and find out!

Almonds, those delectable and nutritious nuggets of goodness, have a history as rich and varied as the lands from which they spring.  Join us as we embark on a flavorful expedition to unearth the secrets of where almonds truly come from, revealing the hidden gems of history, tradition, and culinary delight that make these nuts so much more than just a snack. Scroll on and be prepared to savor the tale of these nuts like never before.

Chris Rauch was strolling past booths at the annual ag show in Spokane last summer when he spotted a large jar full of basalt powder. A nearby sign urged him to spread it on his croplands to help improve soil pH. 

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Welcome to Gainesville Giving Garden, a community led non-profit farm, which strives to enable equitable access to quality food and the benefits that come with healthy eating! Located in Gainesville, Florida, this garden exemplifies what can be accomplished with inspiration, some hard work, a strong community spirit and a passion for humanity.

The benefits of community gardens are hard to overstate. These green spaces, often in the midst of an urban landscape, are a boon to individuals and the community as a whole. One of the most surprising benefits is a significant and measurable reduction in crime.

When Neil Patterson Jr. was about 7 or 8 years old, he saw a painting called “Gathering Chestnuts,” by Tonawanda Seneca artist Ernest Smith. Patterson didn’t realize that the painting showed a grove of American chestnuts, a tree that had been all but extinct since his great-grandparents’ time. Instead, what struck Patterson was the family in the foreground: As a man throws a wooden club to knock chestnuts from the branches above, a child shells the nuts and a woman gathers them in a basket. Even the dog seems engrossed in the process, watching with head cocked as the club sails through the air.

Less than one percent of the US is covered in pavement. Although it may feel like roadways, highways, back lanes and city streets are omnipresent—inevitable, in some ways—they actually cover a shockingly small portion of the country. 

When it comes to gardening, hillsides are hard. Steep slopes are difficult to plow, to mow and to irrigate. But unplanted or inappropriately planted, a hill is prone to erosion.

Surveying the aftermath of the Kula Upcountry Fire—one of three devastating wildfires that raged across Maui last month—Brendan Balthazar noticed a striking pattern emerge across his cattle ranch. Peppered throughout some 500 acres of charred pastureland, he found sizable patches of grass left unscathed by the blaze.

What Does it Mean When a Ladybug Lands on You—have you ever wondered if there’s more to it than meets the eye? From ancient folklore to modern spiritual beliefs, the ladybug is often considered a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and transformation. Keep reading to uncover the intriguing reasons why a ladybug choosing you as its landing spot might be more than just a random event!