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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
My Grandfather's #1 Tomato Secret
"One-Armed Farmer Reveals The Most Over-Looked Secret That Grows You Mouth-Watering Organic Tomatoes In Half The Time, With Less Effort, And Doubles Your Harvest..."
Without Losing Your Plants To Disease, Using Steroids or Damaging Chemical Additives, All With Simple Age-Old Gardening Wisdom!
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Sunday, November 22, 2009
What Makes The Complete Grape Growing System So Unique?
The high quality, 120 page e-book, filled with literally tons of actual photographs taken in my vineyards AND a choice audio product, takes you by the hand and guides you through the complete process of growing grapes - every step of the way; even if you have NEVER grown grapes before!
It shows you how to choose the best site location for growing grapes
It shows you how to prepare the soil before planting grapes
It shows you exactly how to treat your cuttings before planting them;
It even shows you how to make your own cuttings and how to propagate new grape vines!
You will learn how to construct a trellis system that suits your needs
It explains the importance of pruning a grape vine. It even shows you EXACTLY how it should be done. There's ton's of pictures to guide you; from the first year of pruning a grape vine to pruning a mature vine. It even shows you how to prune a never before pruned grape vine.
This Grape Growing System will teach you how to train your grape vine to the trellis wires or even an arbour within one year from planting it - this is something not many grape growers achieve!
Struggling with diseases on your grape vines? Learn how to manipulate the vine and make the vine more diseases resistant - even without using chemical sprays.
How about knowing how to develop a grape vine frame work that will make future manipulations and pruning a breeze? This system shows you exactly how it's done!
Growing grapes in the tropics or extremely cold climates? This system will help you succeed growing grapes under abnormal climate conditions as well.
You've heard the so called grape growers say: "Grape vines produce their first grapes after 4 years." Using this system, will get your grape vines in production after only two years - that is in half the time!
And much more ...
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It shows you how to choose the best site location for growing grapes
It shows you how to prepare the soil before planting grapes
It shows you exactly how to treat your cuttings before planting them;
It even shows you how to make your own cuttings and how to propagate new grape vines!
You will learn how to construct a trellis system that suits your needs
It explains the importance of pruning a grape vine. It even shows you EXACTLY how it should be done. There's ton's of pictures to guide you; from the first year of pruning a grape vine to pruning a mature vine. It even shows you how to prune a never before pruned grape vine.
This Grape Growing System will teach you how to train your grape vine to the trellis wires or even an arbour within one year from planting it - this is something not many grape growers achieve!
Struggling with diseases on your grape vines? Learn how to manipulate the vine and make the vine more diseases resistant - even without using chemical sprays.
How about knowing how to develop a grape vine frame work that will make future manipulations and pruning a breeze? This system shows you exactly how it's done!
Growing grapes in the tropics or extremely cold climates? This system will help you succeed growing grapes under abnormal climate conditions as well.
You've heard the so called grape growers say: "Grape vines produce their first grapes after 4 years." Using this system, will get your grape vines in production after only two years - that is in half the time!
And much more ...
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Friday, November 20, 2009
In The Garden
Get active and plant your own vegetable garden!
Growing your own vegetables will not only teach you about the marvels and bounty of nature, but you will also get fresh air, exercise and some sunshine (that's a good source of Vitamin D). So, get the whole family to join in the fun. Here is a step-by-step guide to create your own little veggie patch!
1.) Equipment:
Rake, Fork, Spade, Watering Can, Wheelbarrow and Gloves
2.) Compost
The secret to a happy garden is healthy soil. Set up a compost heap outside where you throw all your organic waste matter - vegetables, peels, egg shells, tea bags, vegetable leaves, mealie cobs, weeds etc.
This means that you will be recycling within your own home. You will be using these waste materials to produce healthy food for your family!
3.) Positioning
Choose a sunny spot for your vegetable garden. 6 hours of sun per day is ideal. the ideal size for a bed is 1 x 2 metres.
If you have limited space, you can use an old car tyre to protect your bed.
If you are serious about producing lots of vegetables throughout the year, you will need 4 searate beds. Mark your bed with four sticks and some string or use bricks / stones to make a border.
4.) Soil preparation
Dig out the topsoil (darker more nutritios soil) and keep to one side.
Dig out the subsoil and keep the other side.
Dig your trench about half a metre deep.
Cover the bottom with newspaper.
Alternate layers of soil with layers of fresh organic matter until the trench is almost full.
Replace the topsoil, making the level slightly higher than before.
Topsoil
Subsoil
Organic Matter
Subsoil
Organic Matter
Newspaper
Note: The soil will sink down as the material decomposes.
5.) Crop rotation
Rotating crops will maintain the balance of nutrients in the soil. There are 3 main groups of vegetables which should be rotated.
A: Legumes: Peas and Beans
Grain: Maize
B: Leaf crops: Lettuce, Spinach and Cabbages
C: Root crops: Beetroot, Carrots, Leeks, Onions and Potatoes
6.) Planting time!
Rake the bed till smooth and level.
Cover bed with a thin layer of dry grass or leaves (mulch). This will conserve water, feed the soil and discourage weeds.
Decide what you want to plant, for example:
Plant 3 rows of Carrots 30cm apart. Plant the seeds 2 to 5cm apart in rows, 1cm deep and cover the soil.
Plant 3 rows of Beetroot 30cm apart. Plant the seeds at the same spacing but 2cm deep and cover with soil.
Plant your Potatoes in a seperate bed 60cm apart.
Plant seed potatoes that are beginning to sprout 20cm apart, 10cm deep and cover with soil. When the potato plants are 30cm tall, ridge the soil up around them. The potatoes will develop in the ridged-up soil.
WATERING AND WEEDING: Don't forget to water your vegetable garedn daily and to weed it regularly!
Growing your own vegetables will not only teach you about the marvels and bounty of nature, but you will also get fresh air, exercise and some sunshine (that's a good source of Vitamin D). So, get the whole family to join in the fun. Here is a step-by-step guide to create your own little veggie patch!
1.) Equipment:
Rake, Fork, Spade, Watering Can, Wheelbarrow and Gloves
2.) Compost
The secret to a happy garden is healthy soil. Set up a compost heap outside where you throw all your organic waste matter - vegetables, peels, egg shells, tea bags, vegetable leaves, mealie cobs, weeds etc.
This means that you will be recycling within your own home. You will be using these waste materials to produce healthy food for your family!
3.) Positioning
Choose a sunny spot for your vegetable garden. 6 hours of sun per day is ideal. the ideal size for a bed is 1 x 2 metres.
If you have limited space, you can use an old car tyre to protect your bed.
If you are serious about producing lots of vegetables throughout the year, you will need 4 searate beds. Mark your bed with four sticks and some string or use bricks / stones to make a border.
4.) Soil preparation
Dig out the topsoil (darker more nutritios soil) and keep to one side.
Dig out the subsoil and keep the other side.
Dig your trench about half a metre deep.
Cover the bottom with newspaper.
Alternate layers of soil with layers of fresh organic matter until the trench is almost full.
Replace the topsoil, making the level slightly higher than before.
Topsoil
Subsoil
Organic Matter
Subsoil
Organic Matter
Newspaper
Note: The soil will sink down as the material decomposes.
5.) Crop rotation
Rotating crops will maintain the balance of nutrients in the soil. There are 3 main groups of vegetables which should be rotated.
A: Legumes: Peas and Beans
Grain: Maize
B: Leaf crops: Lettuce, Spinach and Cabbages
C: Root crops: Beetroot, Carrots, Leeks, Onions and Potatoes
6.) Planting time!
Rake the bed till smooth and level.
Cover bed with a thin layer of dry grass or leaves (mulch). This will conserve water, feed the soil and discourage weeds.
Decide what you want to plant, for example:
Plant 3 rows of Carrots 30cm apart. Plant the seeds 2 to 5cm apart in rows, 1cm deep and cover the soil.
Plant 3 rows of Beetroot 30cm apart. Plant the seeds at the same spacing but 2cm deep and cover with soil.
Plant your Potatoes in a seperate bed 60cm apart.
Plant seed potatoes that are beginning to sprout 20cm apart, 10cm deep and cover with soil. When the potato plants are 30cm tall, ridge the soil up around them. The potatoes will develop in the ridged-up soil.
WATERING AND WEEDING: Don't forget to water your vegetable garedn daily and to weed it regularly!
Backyard Greenhouse Basics
By Anne Clarke
Having a greenhouse in one's own backyard is a hobby that will provide hours of enjoyment -or work, depending on how the challenges of gardening are viewed. For those with dreams of spending days blissfully working in the garden or greenhouse they may be in for a rude awakening once the greenhouse kit arrives and they realize the amount of work that goes into maintaining a successful greenhouse.
Like most hobbies there can be moments of sheer frustration but the reward can definitely outweigh the effort. Knowing the basics of owning a greenhouse can save the gardener multiple trips to the garden store and save many unsuspecting plants' lives. Before the beginner greenhouse owner wastes money on plants that will die if the greenhouse is not set up properly, he or she should take the time to learn a little about the ins and outs of greenhouses.
Greenhouses create mini ecosystems. Much like the larger system we know as our planet, heat from the sun becomes trapped and gives rise to the warm temperatures needed for plants to grow. The sunlight, heat, moisture, nutrient, and gas levels must all be within certain ranges to keep the plants healthy and growing. A backyard greenhouse will need things like sunlight, ventilation, heaters, and an irrigation system for it to be a success.
Let's start with the creation of the greenhouse itself. The site of the greenhouse should be a sunny location in the yard. The plants need the light to grow and to keep the climate within warm enough. The size of the greenhouse will depend on the gardener's budget. It's easy to fill up a greenhouse so buying as large as one can afford would be wise- it's hard to expand or put an addition onto a greenhouse.
For the most part no foundation is needed, but if the greenhouse is intended to be a permanent structure then a gravel floor is nice. Concrete or pavers can also be used, but a means for drainage will be needed- so gravel is usually the best bet. Also if concrete is used make sure the floor has some texture as it will often be wet and slippery.
Greenhouse kits make it easy to build the actual structure. Getting the measurements and dimensions correct when building the greenhouse from scratch can make for a frustrating weekend or two. The greenhouse needs to be properly sealed and able to withstand the local weather. Kits can be bought online and come in several sizes.
If the local weather doesn't include snow then cheaper polyethylene film greenhouses will do just fine. If snow and extreme weather take place during certain times of the year then a polycarbonate greenhouse will be a better choice. Most of the polycarbonate greenhouse kits have frames that allow the panels to snap right in making assembly a breeze.
Once the greenhouse is assembled the work is not over yet. Those who live in climates with cold winters will need to provide heat during those months so that the temperature inside the greenhouse never goes below forty degrees or so- depending on the type of plants being grown. Low cost heating systems with thermostats can be installed or for those looking to reduce costs even more; a good old-fashioned thermometer, space heater and daily monitoring can also work.
Ventilation is also key to maintaining the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the greenhouse. Without ventilation the air can become stagnant and the temperatures can become too hot. Those using space heaters must be extra diligent about ventilation. Most greenhouses have vents built in, but a fan will also help keep air moving.
Irrigation is another critical component to a greenhouse. It's true that a hose can be dragged in and out every day to water the plants, but the ease of installing a drip system or a mini sprinkler system makes it seem silly to deal with a hose. The systems can easily be setup on a timer and the amount of water each plant receives can be precisely controlled.
In the warm summer months sometimes a fan and adequate ventilation won't do the trick. Greenhouse shades are available to help cool the structure during the hottest hours of the day. Those who have a larger budget can always spring for an air conditioner, but the cost of cooling a see-through structure can be astronomical even if it's a small space.
After all the systems are in place the plants can finally be brought in. Some greenhouse kits come with shelving, in other kits the shelves will need to be purchased separately. The gardener will quickly learn which accessories are missing. The chances of a successful greenhouse are much greater when the gardener is prepared and has some knowledge on how the greenhouse actually works. Taking the time to learn the basics will make the hobby more enjoyable and produce healthy flowers and vegetables for years to come.
Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for Web sites on gardening, parenting, fashion, and home decor. Her background also includes teaching, gardening, and fashion. For more of her useful articles on gardening, please visit Greenhouse Kits, supplier of greenhouses and greenhouse systems.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Anne_Clarke
Greenhouse Kits: http://www.orchidgreenhouse.com/
Having a greenhouse in one's own backyard is a hobby that will provide hours of enjoyment -or work, depending on how the challenges of gardening are viewed. For those with dreams of spending days blissfully working in the garden or greenhouse they may be in for a rude awakening once the greenhouse kit arrives and they realize the amount of work that goes into maintaining a successful greenhouse.
Like most hobbies there can be moments of sheer frustration but the reward can definitely outweigh the effort. Knowing the basics of owning a greenhouse can save the gardener multiple trips to the garden store and save many unsuspecting plants' lives. Before the beginner greenhouse owner wastes money on plants that will die if the greenhouse is not set up properly, he or she should take the time to learn a little about the ins and outs of greenhouses.
Greenhouses create mini ecosystems. Much like the larger system we know as our planet, heat from the sun becomes trapped and gives rise to the warm temperatures needed for plants to grow. The sunlight, heat, moisture, nutrient, and gas levels must all be within certain ranges to keep the plants healthy and growing. A backyard greenhouse will need things like sunlight, ventilation, heaters, and an irrigation system for it to be a success.
Let's start with the creation of the greenhouse itself. The site of the greenhouse should be a sunny location in the yard. The plants need the light to grow and to keep the climate within warm enough. The size of the greenhouse will depend on the gardener's budget. It's easy to fill up a greenhouse so buying as large as one can afford would be wise- it's hard to expand or put an addition onto a greenhouse.
For the most part no foundation is needed, but if the greenhouse is intended to be a permanent structure then a gravel floor is nice. Concrete or pavers can also be used, but a means for drainage will be needed- so gravel is usually the best bet. Also if concrete is used make sure the floor has some texture as it will often be wet and slippery.
Greenhouse kits make it easy to build the actual structure. Getting the measurements and dimensions correct when building the greenhouse from scratch can make for a frustrating weekend or two. The greenhouse needs to be properly sealed and able to withstand the local weather. Kits can be bought online and come in several sizes.
If the local weather doesn't include snow then cheaper polyethylene film greenhouses will do just fine. If snow and extreme weather take place during certain times of the year then a polycarbonate greenhouse will be a better choice. Most of the polycarbonate greenhouse kits have frames that allow the panels to snap right in making assembly a breeze.
Once the greenhouse is assembled the work is not over yet. Those who live in climates with cold winters will need to provide heat during those months so that the temperature inside the greenhouse never goes below forty degrees or so- depending on the type of plants being grown. Low cost heating systems with thermostats can be installed or for those looking to reduce costs even more; a good old-fashioned thermometer, space heater and daily monitoring can also work.
Ventilation is also key to maintaining the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the greenhouse. Without ventilation the air can become stagnant and the temperatures can become too hot. Those using space heaters must be extra diligent about ventilation. Most greenhouses have vents built in, but a fan will also help keep air moving.
Irrigation is another critical component to a greenhouse. It's true that a hose can be dragged in and out every day to water the plants, but the ease of installing a drip system or a mini sprinkler system makes it seem silly to deal with a hose. The systems can easily be setup on a timer and the amount of water each plant receives can be precisely controlled.
In the warm summer months sometimes a fan and adequate ventilation won't do the trick. Greenhouse shades are available to help cool the structure during the hottest hours of the day. Those who have a larger budget can always spring for an air conditioner, but the cost of cooling a see-through structure can be astronomical even if it's a small space.
After all the systems are in place the plants can finally be brought in. Some greenhouse kits come with shelving, in other kits the shelves will need to be purchased separately. The gardener will quickly learn which accessories are missing. The chances of a successful greenhouse are much greater when the gardener is prepared and has some knowledge on how the greenhouse actually works. Taking the time to learn the basics will make the hobby more enjoyable and produce healthy flowers and vegetables for years to come.
Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for Web sites on gardening, parenting, fashion, and home decor. Her background also includes teaching, gardening, and fashion. For more of her useful articles on gardening, please visit Greenhouse Kits, supplier of greenhouses and greenhouse systems.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Anne_Clarke
Greenhouse Kits: http://www.orchidgreenhouse.com/
Hypertufa What??
A Versatile Concotion With Peat Moss For An Ingredient
Hypertufa ... A Mud-Pie Recipe That Is Used To Make All Sorts of Garden Art Objects
Hypertufa is perfect for making long lasting garden troughs (plant containers), fake rocks and boulders, stepping stones, wonderfully whimisical garden spheres and all sorts of decorative garden accents. Smooth it over a form or mold, let it properly cure (dry) and you’ll have a very durable DIY garden art treasure for years to come.
Exactly what is it? Hypertufa (pronounced hyper-toofa) is the term used for a type of artificial stone. It was first created in the mid 19th century by mixing sand, peat, various volcanic aggregates and cement. It’s relatively lightweight compared to stone or concrete and no matter how cold your winter temps may be, if properly cured, is freeze proof.
Hypertufa was concocted to be used as a substitute for the natural volcanic rock called Tufa. Tufa has been used for making Alpine style planting troughs. Unfortunately, it is not readily available anymore.
Most deposits have been depleted and it is increasingly difficult to find. I've read that there are only two deposits left in the United Kingdom, with a site in Wales having the best quality; there is some in East Germany; there are a few deposits left in the United States; and Canada has an excellent deposit located in Brisco, BC.
** Are you looking for hypertufa projects and recipes and not a 'tufa overview??
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Hypertufa ... A Mud-Pie Recipe That Is Used To Make All Sorts of Garden Art Objects
Hypertufa is perfect for making long lasting garden troughs (plant containers), fake rocks and boulders, stepping stones, wonderfully whimisical garden spheres and all sorts of decorative garden accents. Smooth it over a form or mold, let it properly cure (dry) and you’ll have a very durable DIY garden art treasure for years to come.
Exactly what is it? Hypertufa (pronounced hyper-toofa) is the term used for a type of artificial stone. It was first created in the mid 19th century by mixing sand, peat, various volcanic aggregates and cement. It’s relatively lightweight compared to stone or concrete and no matter how cold your winter temps may be, if properly cured, is freeze proof.
Hypertufa was concocted to be used as a substitute for the natural volcanic rock called Tufa. Tufa has been used for making Alpine style planting troughs. Unfortunately, it is not readily available anymore.
Most deposits have been depleted and it is increasingly difficult to find. I've read that there are only two deposits left in the United Kingdom, with a site in Wales having the best quality; there is some in East Germany; there are a few deposits left in the United States; and Canada has an excellent deposit located in Brisco, BC.
** Are you looking for hypertufa projects and recipes and not a 'tufa overview??
NO PROBLEM! Just click this link to go down to the Click Here!">
Gardening Proverbs
"As the garden grows so does the gardener."
"Friends are flowers than never fade."
"From tiny acorns mighty oaks grow."
"A garden is a work of art in progress."
"Reap what you sow"
"As fresh as a daisy"
"Can't see the wood for the trees."
"Digging a hole for yourself."
"Don't make a mountain out of a molehill."
"The grass is always greener on the other side."
"Stop and smell the roses."
"Friends are flowers than never fade."
"From tiny acorns mighty oaks grow."
"A garden is a work of art in progress."
"Reap what you sow"
"As fresh as a daisy"
"Can't see the wood for the trees."
"Digging a hole for yourself."
"Don't make a mountain out of a molehill."
"The grass is always greener on the other side."
"Stop and smell the roses."
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