A greenhouse is a structure that's made out of a transparent material like glass and provides plants the protection they need from cold weather. But really a greenhouse is a structure that's created for the love of gardening.
Propagating your own plants = free plants. Free plants for decorating your jungalow style living room. Free plants to take care of. Free plants to share.
Wind chimes are popular not just for their beautiful sounds but also for purifying and enhancing energy. The soothing and melodious sounds make them a popular addition to the home and garden where a gentle breeze will bring music to your ears and possibly bring positive energy into your surroundings.
What does it mean when you see a dragonfly? It means many things because of what the dragon fly symbolizes.
The dragonfly is an ancient creature that’s gone through many changes in the past 300 million years making them the perfect symbol for transformation and change. This winged insect is one of the oldest species on earth.
What is seasonal eating? Eating seasonally means you are eating the freshest local food. It's purchasing and consuming the fruits and vegetables that are locally grown at their prime time of harvest. (It's extra special if it's grown in your own garden.) The produce will be simply delicious and fresh because it's picked when it's at its best.
In full disclosure - we started keeping chickens before keeping chickens during Covid was cool. Here at Calgo we already knew the benefits of the backyard fowl before chickens became the unexpected pet of the pandemic. The surprising trend of tending chickens came from the unease about food security coupled with new stay at home stay away from work policies. New lifestyles had people flocking to the hatcheries. But raising chickens is more than a pandemic past time and shouldn't be attempted without serious consideration.
We knew it was coming, but it seemed to happen overnight. So if you find yourself suddenly scrambling to add some autumnal color and fall vibes to your landscape, we have plenty of ideas for you!
If you thought loofah sponges come from the ocean like a natural sea sponge, you'd be wrong...but you wouldn't be the first to think so! In fact, loofahs come from the garden, and you can actually plant your own!
Did you know that deer are the largest wild herbivore in New Jersey? Or that a deer’s stomach can only digest different foods at specific times of the year? These are two reasons why your garden seems like a never-ending food supply for this large species.
With so many choices, choosing the right kind of container for your plant can be overwhelming. Putting aside personal taste, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure that your plant will thrive in the right container.
