Category: General Article

  1. Dividing Perennials

The cooler days of September are perfect for tidying and rearranging the borders. One of the main tasks is dividing overgrown clumps of herbaceous perennials. Plants older than three years quickly lose their vigour if left unattended. Use two garden forks placed back to back to prise them apart. Replant sections from the edges of a large clump as this is where the newer, stronger growth will be. Perennials to divide include hardy geranium, lily-of-the-valley, delphinium and verbena.

  1. Pond Maintenance

Autumn leaves can be harmful to garden ponds as they will slowly pollute the water and deprive the inhabitants of oxygen. Ponds need to be maintained by reducing overgrown aquatic plants and removing the silt which settles at the bottom. To prevent fallen leaves blocking the pond even further, use a fine mesh netting to keep them at bay. Secure it a few inches above the pond’s surface … Read more

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Updating the furnishings and décor in your home can energize the atmosphere and possibly even be uplifting to all of those living there. Making a lifestyle change that puts the focus on sustainable living, the use of organic, eco-friendly products and healthy eating can have a positive impact on your physical, mental and emotional well-being.

A Health-Conscious Diet

Getting the whole family on board with a health-conscious diet can be beneficial to them now and in the future. You can transition slowly to the routine of buying organic foods and preparing food in a healthy manner. Growing a garden and letting the kids be involved is a great way to educate children and encourage them to try new vegetables. If growing a garden isn’t a viable option for you, visits to your local farmer’s market is an excellent alternative. Fresh foods are healthier than pre-packaged items which are often packaged … Read more

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Your refrigerator arguably works harder than any other tool in your kitchen. By plugging away 24/7, this often-underappreciated appliance is able to preserve a wide variety of perishables for long periods. In light of the large volume of foods and beverages stored in most refrigerators, there’s little wonder as to why fridges frequently find themselves beset by bad smells. Fortunately, keeping your refrigerator aroma-free isn’t nearly as difficult as many of us make it look. In the quest to keep your fridge safe from bad smells, the following tips are sure to prove useful.

1. Absorb the Odors with Baking Soda

Having something in place to absorb any unpleasant odors is among the most effective ways to protect your fridge from bad smells. This is where baking soda enters the picture. Keeping an opened box of baking soda in your fridge can soak up and neutralize a wide variety of … Read more

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