If you're going to grow a garden full of vegetables, one gardener asserts that half the fun is in growing items that are not common-place and easily found at the supermarket. The fun is in trying out varieties of things that will seem odd, colorful, and maybe just plain fun to passers by that get to peruse the visual feast of your garden. That said, what could be more visually inspiring then … [Read more...]

If you commonly wait for the last frost date, specific to where you live, and then go out and plant your entire vegetable garden, you're actually on the same page as many other gardeners, but you don't have to be, nor should you be. It actually is more productive to go ahead and plant some hardier items earlier and plant throughout the season, in a manner known as succession planting. By utilizing … [Read more...]

Researchers at Purdue are working on a greenhouse conveyor belt system that moves plants around within the greenhouse to ensure consistency and stable growing conditions. Advances in greenhouse technology could help boost the interest among ordinary people in using greenhouses to produce food and mitigate harm to the environment. Greenhouses come in all different shapes and sizes, from small … [Read more...]

Salt doesn't just come from the sea - it can come from salt flats as well. Even though salt is processed and bleached, it is still healthy for people, and can improve the body's functions. Off The Grid News lists five ways that salt can help the body: it can improve the immune system, help fight depression, improve the circulation system, help deal with dandruff and lastly, can be used to … [Read more...]

You don't have to give up an area of your landscape for a vegetable garden that looks bland, you can use flowers to spruce it up. Using annuals and spring bulbs produce colors that are pleasing to look at for both humans and beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. The video included in this article will take you through the easy and fun process of creating a beautiful masterpiece in your … [Read more...]

Having a pantry is a great way to save money or prepare for a disaster but you could lose your food investment if your pantry has too much moisture. You need to identify the source of the moisture, if it's from the outside you need to seal the entry point. If it comes from the air in the room, there are ways to prevent moisture build up as well. There are also dehumidifiers you can use, whatever … [Read more...]

If you have a cabinet with a shorter back and taller front, you might want to consider a bottom drawer pull that is curved to prevent tipping. This tutorial will walk you through the process. You will need plywood and a jigsaw or bandsaw to start. After finishing the build, you can paint it to match your cabinet and follow the installation instructions also found here. You can finish with the … [Read more...]

Whether you are gardening for the joy it brings you and or the delicious healthy vegetables you grow, you might not be utilizing your time wisely so that you are getting the most out of your experience. You should plan ahead and keep records of what you plant. Be sure the soil is healthy and try something new to plant. Finally, plant some flowers to add a little color to your garden making it … [Read more...]

Not all electrical fixes need an expensive electrician. With the proper noweldge and tools, any homeowner can make changes safely and cheaply. Links available in this article will take you step by step through the process of DIY projects such as installing landscape lighting and radiant indoor floor heating. Each of these fifteen projets has safety in mind for the nervous first time do it your … [Read more...]