Posts Tagged ‘Garden’

Indoor plants give an apartment a warm, cozy feeling; bonsai plants (banzai trees are small trees) take that warm feeling to a higher level. They are appealing and beautiful, they are a millennia-old art form, and with a few simple instructions they can be easily grown in your apartment. The Whole Form The bonsai tree […] read more

Apartment gardening can be a tricky proposition for a novice gardener. Here’s some tips to help green your not-so-green thumb! Survey the Apartment Take a look around the apartment before plant shopping. Take notes about the environment the plants will be growing in. How much light does it get? Is it morning light or afternoon […] read more

Your balcony can be the perfect place to create a garden oasis where you can relax after a long day at work. Even if your space is limited, you can still enjoy a beautiful garden by making the most of your space with containers. Container gardening is easy, versatile and fun. However, before you get […] read more

Nothing comes close to the taste of home grown vegetables, and luckily there are several choices that are well suited for your apartment garden. Try out these handy tips for delicious easy-to-grow vegetables, despite dealing with limited space. Vegetables for Your Balcony 1. Tomatoes – Tomatoes are perfect for balconies or other small spaces. One […] read more

Want to add a hassle-free gardener’s touch to your small apartment? House plants lend an ornamental flare, improve air quality and bring an overall sense of well-being to your living space. Here are 4 varieties that are easy to grow and even easier to enjoy. Philodenrons for a Small Apartment The tried and true philodendron […] read more

The ability to grow a little food in your apartment is appealing: you can save some money, live a greener lifestyle and enjoy some of the freshest fruits and vegetables you’ve ever had. Living in an apartment with no yard shouldn’t stop you from exercising your green thumb. You can grow plants on your balcony, […] read more

Starting a small vegetable garden, even if you live in a small apartment, is easier than you think. With a little bit of planning and some imagination, you can enjoy fresh vegetables grown at home. Step One: Plan Your Vegetable Garden To begin planning your vegetable garden, you’ll have to locate a spot with good […] read more

If you want to add a little to your St. Patty’s Day luck, a pot of clovers can be just the ticket. Clovers can be grown in your apartment — on the balcony in the summer and on a window ledge during colder months — bringing a little of the luck of the Irish right […] read more

In case you didn't hear it, that no-good, good for nothing Punxsutawney Phil has called for six more weeks of winter! That's dour news to those of us wishing for Spring's blossoms to bloom, though as least March is here. But it's even tougher news for those fighting the urge to plant their vegetable and herb gardens. read more