Bulb Swaps
May 23, 2007 by Deborah Ng
Filed under General
My neighbors are having a bulb swap! Many of them have beautiful gardens, but some of their plants are getting a bit out of control. Every couple of years they all get together to have a bulb swap. They did up the plants they don’t want and trade them for some of the neighbors cast offs.I got some plants this way last year. My sister in law gave me some Irises and a ground covering plant she no longer wants, all are doing well. I know of another person who dug up all her out of control plants and …read more
Cheap Gardening Tips: Use Newspaper for Mulch
April 19, 2007 by Deborah Ng
Filed under Around the House, Eco Simplicity, Reusing and Recycling, Simple Pleasures, Simpler Thinking
Mulch is great for the garden. It helps to keep the soil moist and acts as an insulator, keeping your plants warm in the winter and cool in the summer. If purchased by the bag, it can get expensive. Purchasing by the truckload can cost a fortune. Thankfully, you can make your own. My older sisters shared this great tip with me: Most newspapers are printed with a vegetable based dye and can be used as not only mulch, but also a barrier to keep the weeds from ruining your flower garden. It may sound unconventional but it’s inexpensive and …read more
