Archive for the 'Gardening Tips' Category

More Gardening Tips

June 27th, 2008

I would like to share some tips on gardening with you, which I have found good.  The internet, gardening clubs, books, magazines and your local nursery could prove to be invaluable resources to get more information on gardening. What is the top information that you need to know: amount of sunlight the plot is […]

Gardening for kids

March 25th, 2008

Getting youngsters interested in gardening is a great way for them to get some fresh air and to do something that will interest them. It doesn’t have to cost a fortune to get them started and it’s a great way for them to appreciate their surroundings. In this blog post I’ll describe a few […]

Start Your Own Vegatable Operation - Part 1

February 19th, 2008

Growing your own vegetables is pretty easy. If you fancy growing cucumbers, beans, sweet corn and other delights then now is the time to start thinking about getting the necessary bits and pieces together, so that they’re ready to be placed outside midway through May (once the last frosts have gone).
You’ll need small pots (approx. […]

Rose Bush Planting Tips

May 21st, 2007

The planting stage is the most crucial part of growing roses. Here are some tips to help you out.
 

Start by letting your rose bush soak in a bucket of water for 20 minutes.
 
Find an area to plant your bush that has free drainage, the roots of a rose bush don’t like being permanently soaked.
 
Dig a […]

Five Fundamental Elements of Garden Landscaping

May 16th, 2007

Designing your garden doesn’t have to be an arduous task. And when you have an understanding of what makes a great garden, your life can be even easier. By becoming familiar with the five elements of good garden design, you can build a garden that is both organised and visually appealing.
First there is form. The […]

Attracting Birds Into Your Garden

May 8th, 2007

If you fancy the idea of attracting more birds to your garden here’s a couple of tips.
Most birds love fruit, so planting some fruit trees is an ideal way to get more of our feathered friends to visit our garden. Moreover, many types of fruit give off pleasant scents, which in turn helps make the […]

Vegetable Gardening - Getting Started

May 6th, 2007

Many people associate growing shrubs and flowers as being the reason why people are drawn to gardening. However, many people also start vegetable gardens. They do this not only because vegetables are easy to grow, but can also shave money off grocery bills and give you the satisfaction of eating produce that you’ve grown with […]

Building a butterfly friendly garden

April 20th, 2007

If you’ve got an eye for beauty then you’ll appreciate butterflies. Vivid in colour and full of life, these insects are a pleasure to behold. However, many species of butterflies have become exstinct as humans have threatened their food and living space.
The good news is that you can help protect them and even increase their […]

Welcome Gardeners

April 20th, 2007

Welcome to the Garden Equipment Supplies blog. Here you’ll find tips and articles on simple garden maintenance to building landscape features. We’ll also post about products that can help your gardening or are simply fun. 
If you can contribute to a post then we welcome your participation by leaving a comment.