To create an enchanting garden retreat for yourself, you need to create a healthy habitat where your pot plants can flourish. Containers aren't a natural home for plants. So, they will need some extra attention to keep them happy and looking attractive. Here are some gardening secrets to help keep your small space potted garden looking … Continue reading 3 TIPS FOR CONTAINER GARDENS
Greek culinary cultures go back some 4000 years. The traditional Greek diet included lots of authentic raw ingredients, wholesome vegetables and olive oil. There was a big emphasis on fresh, locally grown ingredients. The typical Greek home kitchen served simple dishes seasoned with herbs and olive oil. The later is a distinctive and indispensable taste … Continue reading OLIVE OIL & LEMON DRESSING
Know, that there is a suitable plant for everyone. It might take some trial and error to find the perfect houseplant for your space. As the old gardening mantra goes: "Right plant, right place". A FEW THINGS TO CONSIDER: 1.) If you have pets, check that the indoor plants that you have in mind … Continue reading HOW TO GROW HERBS INDOORS
WHAT IS EDIBLE & CRYSTALLISED FLOWERS: The history of edible flowers go back thousands of years. Ancient Greeks, Romans and cultures around the world used a variety of edible florals in their salads and added it as flavourful herbs. The Victorians were particularly fond of crystallised/candied flowers. These 'sugar dusted' flowers became popular during the … Continue reading EDIBLE FLOWERS
WHAT IS A "POTAGER"/ KITCHEN GARDEN? A "potager" or kitchen garden is not the same thing as a regular vegetable garden. A "potager" is a French term depicting beautiful and abundant vegetable gardens, planted with herbs, flowers (both edible and non-edible) and also fruit trees. Furthermore, kitchen gardens are for private and non-commercial use. WHAT … Continue reading 5 TYPES OF KITCHEN GARDENS
Simply A Small Potager 