Getting Your Own Allotment

Vegetarian and vegan diets have risen in popularity in recent years, but the looming question remains – how do meat-free eaters get enough protein?Fortunately, a variety of plant-based protein sources are readily avail

From concerns about where our food comes from to the rising costs of groceries, there’s a growing interest in how to produce our own food, whether from a backyard plot or a condo balcony. But, for those with little or no experience, knowing where to begin can be a challenge.

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Gardens can do wonders to our well-being and it’s scientifically proven that people who have them live better lives. If you are one of those lucky people, and have the privilege to live in a house with a wonderful garden then you should definitely spend some quality time on its decoration and do create some fabulous landscapes that you will enjoy even more. In this article you are going to see 19 Stunning Garden Pathways That You Can Make On Your Own with ease and without having to ask a professional for help.

Ooh boy, summertime. There’s a lot to love about a summer day spent outside, isn’t there? Let’s set the scene:Pollen wafts on the warm winds while the sun beats d

Winter is here, and that means cold weather. What’s better when it’s cold out than curling up next to a warm fire? It is actually so easy to make your own mini firepit, and you probably already have most of what you need for it, anyway! Check out this tutorial, where I’ll walk you through creating your own gorgeous firepit.

A little sprinkle of fresh herbs on a meal can mean the difference between flavors that are just nice, and flavors that are just spectacular.And when you have fresh herbs g

Bonsais are a fun way to grow big trees in a miniature form. However, you need to have patience and fortitude to grow them. With dedicated care and understanding the requirements involved, you can surely have your own bonsai, flourishing in your home! Let’s have a look at How to Grow Your Own Bonsai Quickly!

Now is the perfect time to be planting asparagus and with a number of online retailers offering fast delivery there’s still time if you act quickly. Don’t get too excited though as it will be a couple of years before you’ll be able to harvest some home grown spears but as they say ‘good things come to those who wait’.

Unless you diligently dead-head your annuals you’ll likely find an abundance of seed heads replacing the flowers as summer strides forward. The long warm days are great for drying seeds heads and there’s something very satisfying about harvesting them, it’s like money in the bank for next year.  I tend to leave them to dry out for a few weeks in a tray on a high shelf. Thereafter they can be put in packets, labelled and dated.  A pack of seeds makes a wonderful and thoughtful present, I tend to make up a few packets which can be used as emergency gifts or easily sent as a surprise with a letter.  Our free seed packet creator allows you to design your own seed packet. You can choose from a range of colours and patterns as well as enter a message before you print them out, so now you can be organised and prepared for the year ahead with style. Enjoy ! Step 1

Here’s an interesting contrast.  I was really impressed by the quality of the planting in the B&Q garden at Chelsea where the ‘Tower Block’ had balconies dripping with wonderful edible plants.  Contrast my visit to the

Whether you want to save money and to opt for a more economical option or you’re not satisfied with the quality of potting mix you bought from the store, it’s a great idea to learn how to make your own potting soil.