In today’s unhealthy world, backyard and organic gardeners who use sustainable practices, can play an essential part of the solution to our climate change dilemma. I consider myself a bit of a green finger because most things I’ve put into the soil so far this year have sprunt up and have already found themselves in […]
Last column, I asked interested readers if I could visit their gardens. I would love to knock on some of the household doors of gardens I’ve admired from afar, but I like privacy, too, and prefer folks to volunteer. If you’re interested in talking to me about your garden and possibly having it printed in […]
In a world shaken by the cost of living crisis, growing some of your own food has never made more sense. For Laois man Brendan Sheppard, whose impressively productive, pretty 0.2 hectare plot, is situated on the edges of Durrow village, it’s also second nature. Now retired, this soft-spoken gardener, beekeeper and keen fisherman, comes […]
Maintaining and caring for your home landscape is essential to ensure it remains a vibrant and inviting extension of your living space. The following are some key maintenance and seasonal care tips to keep your garden flourishing. Watering Regular watering of your plants, shrubs and trees is important, especially during dry spells or high temperatures. […]
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