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And the rewards of gardening? Look below, I found an Easter egg. I can't believe this one wasn't found. Really, some of my nieces and nephews have been hunting eggs for years and have no excuse for not finding this one. …
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Good things come to those who wait. At least ten years ago, I planted the first of these snowdrops lining the path to the Secret Garden. You will have to click on the photo to enlarge it in order to… [[ This is a content summary only. …
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Hi everyone
Welcome to this edition of your Gardening Weekly, today's edition is entitled:
Getting Children into Gardening
QUOTE: No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the garden
- Thomas Jefferson
If you have ever wondered how to keep children occupied for hours on end then it's time to introduce them to the joys gardening.
Children can really enjoy growing plants particularly if they have their own area of the garden where they can see the results of their own efforts growing there.
It will give them a sense of reward to see what they have been able to accomplish, whether it is from a flower garden or a vegetable garden.
It is also a very healthy pastime that will get them out of the house and into the fresh air. It will do more for their health than sitting in front of a computer screen or playing on their PlayStation all day.
They will also be learning about gardening and as this is one of the most popular hobbies it will give them a knowledge base that they will benefit from for years to come.
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Gardening can also help to relieve stress and fatigue and there are many more children suffering from that these days.
By getting your children to work alongside you in the garden, it will help to build better family relationships too and that is an investment in them that no amount of money could ever buy.
I have known many children who have used their gardening skills to make a few dollars of their own by selling the plants and vegetables that they have grown in their own garden to others during their school holidays. Not only do they get a sense of accomplishment but they can also get monetary reward for their work.
If you have ever seen the delight on a child's face after they have sold something that they have grown themselves in their own garden then you will know exactly what I mean. It is more exciting for many of them than opening their presents on Christmas Day.
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Thanks,
Annie
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It's a fairly easy process and one that should reward your gardening habits the more you do it. How to collect seeds from perennial plants Collecting garden seed from your perennials is no more difficult but the art of germinating them …
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salaams. i found this hadith looking for wedding ettiquette hadith! we have a garden at my house and gardening in and of itself is totally therapeutic but dude I didn't know we got reward from it too . alhamdulillah! i'll take it …
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Hi everyone
Welcome to this edition of your Gardening Weekly, today's edition is entitled:
Growing Orchids In The Home
Orchids are not as difficult to grow as you may think. By following some simple guidelines you too can be successful and with their beautiful, sometimes fragrant but long-lasting flowers, the reward can be magnificent.
Success with growing orchids is making sure you choose the type of orchid that suits the conditions of your own. The following is a little introduction to help you choose the correct type and care for them.
Both "Paphiopedilum" (mottled leaf type) and "Phalaenopsis" are perfect for growing in the home. Place in a well lit spot (not not in direct sunlight) and a minimum temperature of 16C (60F) with a rise of 6C (10F) in the day. Stand the pot on a tray of gravel that is kept moist. During the summer months, keep the temperature below 32C (90F).
"Cattleya", "Miltoniopsis" and "Zygopetalum will all thrive given a minimum temperature of 13C (55F) with a rise again of 6C (10F) in the day. Place in a shaded spot and stand the pot on a tray of gravel that is again kept moist as this will maintain the humidity. During the summer months keep the temperature below 29C (85F).
"Odontoglossum", "Odontioda" and "Cymbidium" will be happy in a heated conservatory or glasshouse with a minimum night temperature of 10C (50F), with a rise of 6C (10F) during the day. During the summer months, keep the temperature below 27C (80F). Place out of the direct sunlight and stand the pot on a tray of gravel. Can you see a pattern forming here? 
To encourage flowering, place your "Cymbidium" in a shady spot outside during the summer months.
Let's look at compost a little. Most orchids that grow in the home are those that live as "epiphytes (grow on trees). They therefore require a free drainage compost made with bark and perlite. Once your newly bought plant has finished flowering it is advisable to re-pot into fresh compost. Remove the flowering spike at the base, remove all old compost and re-pot making sure the compost surrounds all the roots. Do not over pot. Most orchids will only need re-potting every couple of seasons.
With regard to watering, if you can, collect rainwater and use this to flush through the pot placed over the sink. Allow the compost to dry between watering. Remember orchid roots so not like standing in water.:
Now, feeding… From March to October orchids can be fed using a diluted growing feed (divide the recommended rate by 10). This can be flushed through the compost every other watering.
Some other facts about orchids:
To find out more about an excellent guide to growing orchids simply visit our page at Growing Orchids.
Bye for now!
The My Gardening Home Blog Team
Hi everyone
Welcome to this edition of your Gardening Weekly, today's edition is entitled:
Growing in Baskets
QUOTE: We come from the earth, we return to the earth, and in between we garden.
- Anonymous
If you are growing plants in baskets there are a few things that you will need to take care of if the plants are to survive.
Obviously you will need to start with the best and healthiest seeds or plants. It is important that you choose good quality container mix too. There are proprietary hanging basket mixes that you really should use as they have been developed to provide the best growing conditions in these unique situations.
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For aesthetics you will probably want to get the basket looking as 'full' as possible so you will be cramming the plants in. It is best to put the larger plants in the middle of the basket with smaller plants trailing out to the edges and the sides.
The larger the basket the better chance your plants will have to survive and they will also require less maintenance.
As with all plants no matter where they are growing water will be essential and with baskets more care is required than normal.
You can place a water trough between the plants and the liner to maintain a place to hold water that would normally seep through the liner.
In warmer weather you will need to water the plants more often and this is best handled with a long watering wand, which makes reaching the plants easier.
Occasionally, where you have baskets that are easily moved, you can soak the entire basket in a tub of water.
If the basket has been quite dry you will need to soak it until the bubbles stop rising.
Always use quality liquid plant feed to ensure your plants are getting all the nutrients that they require.
To prevent the plants from drying out in the sun and the wind aim to get maximum foliage coverage.
If you take the time to give your basket plants the additional care that they need, you will be rewarded with a pleasant addition to any living area.
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Thanks,
Annie
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Hi everyone
Welcome to this edition of your Gardening Weekly, today's edition is entitled:
Gardening Can Improve Your Health
QUOTE: I'd rather have roses on my table than diamonds on my neck.
- Emma Goldman
While we are attending to the health of our plants, we too are improving our health both physically and mentally.
Even the relatively light work of weeding the garden is good exercise and particularly with elderly people it is an opportunity to get outside, breath the fresh air and improve their well-being.
As we bend down to pull out weeds or pick up plants and pots we are exercising and stretching our muscles and keeping our joints active.
This helps to circulate the blood through the body and help maintain a healthy heart.
It is also good for the mind as gardening can relax the mind and reduce stress.
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Working outside in the garden also exposes us to sunlight and that is essential for Vitamin D, which helps the body to absorb calcium, and this is particularly important for women.
Gardening is one of the most popular hobbies in the country and also ranks as one of the most popular forms of exercise for many people.
Along with any form of exercise precautions need to be taken. Lifting heavy pots and plants can also do damage to the lower back and knees so we need to be sensible when gardening to ensure we can continue to enjoy this wonderful pastime.
Like the lower back, our knees are susceptible to damage from gardening if we tend to kneel down while working but fortunately there are various gardeners' aids that can be worn or used to help protect our knees.
There are also belts that can be worn to support our back when lifting heavy items in the garden.
If you take a sensible approach to your gardening and don't over extend yourself you can reap the rewards of improved health and happiness while enjoying the fun of creating your own piece of paradise.
Website Of Interest. Check out the following:
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Thanks,
Annie
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… one's own thoughts, ideas, and work is very rewarding. Making a beautiful landscape garden design can be difficult for new gardeners or for some experienced gardeners as well. Making a landscape garden design implies grafting a …
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