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I study landscape ecology and through my studies have discovered a love for plants. Plants are not only beautiful, but also have countless fascinating survival strategies. To bring a bit of nature into my home as well, I nurture my houseplants and herbs on every possible windowsill. Favourite fruit: rhubarb and all kinds of berries … Read more
The snake plant is the perfect plant for anyone who wants to grow a plant without doing a lot of work. Its low-maintenance, grows fast, and is easy to care for. Snake plants are succulents, which means they store water in their leaves and stems. This helps them survive without much water, so they make … Read more
September is a busy month of change. We transition from one season to another and head back into routine after the slower summer months. Here are 10 things to do in September to simplify your life. The school year is a special time full of learning growth, and community. As the calendar flips from September … Read more
Hardy hibiscus are gorgeous tropical-looking flowers that can add vibrant color to any garden. One of the easiest ways to get new hardy hibiscus plants is to grow them yourself from seed. With some basic supplies and a bit of patience you can grow hardy hibiscus from seeds in your own backyard. What Are Hardy … Read more
Having grown up in the countryside, nature and self-sufficiency have always been big part of my life. I live and breathe nature and had the chance to delve even deeper into this interest during my studies in agricultural systems science at university. Favourite fruit: apples, blackberries and plums Favourite vegetables: potatoes, peppers and courgettes Alocasia … Read more
Garlic doesn’t only scare off Dracula! It also scares away pests, so growing garlic in your greenhouse is very useful and it is super easy! You can grow 10-12 crops from one garlic bulb. It is a very efficient and simple vegetable that thrives perfectly in a greenhouse. Garlic, or Allium sativum, has very few … Read more
As a child, I played every day in the garden in front of my house in my home town of Rheinlandpflanz. There, my interest in nature grew, as did my aspirations to become a natural scientist. I now study horticultural phytotechnology and am currently writing my bachelor’s thesis on the topic of crop protection in … Read more
Yards aren’t created equal. Some are beautifully flat and easy to work with, while others may be set on a sloped surface, either going up or down. Without major terraforming, you’re stuck working with the landscape you’ve got. Thankfully, building a raised bed on a slope is an option, and there are multiple ways to … Read more
How to Keep Squirrels Away from Your House Squirrels may seem cute and harmless, but they can cause substantial damage to your home. Learning how to keep squirrels away is key to protecting your house and yard. With persistence and a multi-pronged approach, you can discourage squirrels from invading your property. What Attracts Squirrels to … Read more
Flowers can express so much more than mere aesthetics Their meanings and symbolism have been used throughout history as a silent language conveying emotions and messages This is exemplified beautifully in the 1993 episode “Flowers from a Lady” from the TV series In the Heat of the Night. Let’s explore the possible hidden meanings behind … Read more