Okra or lady’s finger is a flowering plant that is cultivated all year round in tropical climates. It is a drought-tolerant vegetable but not frost-tolerant. It is easy to grow okra from seeds. Growing conditions for okra You can grow okra in Sandy and Loamy soils. The minimum temperature needed for okra to grow is between 20 to 26°C (68°F to 80°F). You can start seeds indoors and transplant them…
Hot pepper plants or Chillies are commonly used as a spice to flavour dishes. They are easy to grow in containers and you can get lots of them from a single plant. They can be grown easily when you plant them at the right temperature and soil conditions. Hot pepper plants grow well when the weather is warm and dry. The optimum temperature needed is between 20 to 28° C…
The food that we eat today is grown by using tons of pesticides and has the potential to harm our health. Having your own garden where you can grow your own vegetables is not only healthy but also cost effective. If you are a beginner and don’t know exactly what to grow in your garden, then this article can help you. Easy vegetables to grow in your home 1. Chilies…
Are you planning to grow your food by having a kitchen garden? Then knowing how to make compost can help you to nourish your plants. Although garden stores sell them, homemade compost is cost-effective and helps to recycle your kitchen waste. It is quite easy and you don’t have to spend a lot of money on buying the necessary tools. You can make nutrient-rich compost by following these simple steps.…
Mentha also called mint is a perennial herb that does not require much care and is very easy to grow. Growing mint in your garden can repel insects, rodents, and ants. The optimum temperature for growing mint is between 13-21°C (55-69°F). It grows well in moist, well-drained soil that contains lots of organic content. You can also grow this herb in pots. You will need a pot that is at…
A food forest is a food production system that mimics natural woodland ecosystems. It is also called as forest gardening. Woodlands have trees and shrubs however in food forests trees and shrubs are replaced with fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers. These can be consumed by humans. Forest gardening has been practised by indigenous people for a very long time. Unlike modern agriculture that has had disastrous effects over a long…
Having chickens in your backyard has lots of benefits besides getting fresh eggs. Chickens are quite friendly creatures that do not require much maintanence. They use only a small space in your backyard. If you have a kitchen garden or a vegetable garden, having chickens can benefit you in many ways. Benefits of having backyard chickens 1. Fresh eggs You get lots of eggs by raising chickens in your backyard.…
Marigolds are herbaceous plants that belong to the family Asteraceae. Many species of marigold vary in colour and size. These flowers come in different colours such as orange, gold, yellow and white. Marigolds are low-maintenance flowers and they grow well in any type of soil and are drought tolerant. They help to repel several pests and rodents. They are often grown as companion plant with tomato, eggplant, cucumbers and basil.…
Most of the food that we eat today is grown using pesticides and they do more harm than good to our health. At the same time, these pesticides destroy our soil, water, and biodiversity. Having a kitchen garden can benefit you and the environment. Fruits and vegetables that are grown in kitchen gardens are more nutritious and benefit our health. Benefits of having a kitchen garden 1. Provides clean air…
A lot of us have heard of the word permaculture but are not sure of what it is. Permaculture is derived from “ permanent agriculture”.It was introduced by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren in the year 1978. It follows a natural and sustainable approach to agriculture. Besides agriculture, permaculture design principles can be applied in several other fields such as Town Planning, Community Spaces, and Commercial and Industrial Premises. Permaculture…
