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Do you know that many fruits and vegetables that we consume on a daily basis, during some time or the other, may have been exposed to pesticides, herbicides etc. and could carry the residual effect? Many of these carcinogenic fertilizers can have devastating consequences, affecting the overall wellbeing of the consumers. You may think that one can avoid these contaminated products by opting for organic produce available in the market. However, wouldn't it be great if you could grow organic foodstuff in your own garden? Gardening has immense health benefits and nurturing a kitchen garden can improve the overall wellbeing...

Growing plants in containers is a practice that has existed for thousands of years. In some places, this is the only way to grow certain varieties of plants all year round as winters there are too cold. However, if we dig a little deeper, we can see that the benefits of container gardening go well beyond this. The most notable advantages of growing your plants in portable pots are: Reduced risk of diseases and pests Potted plants are less susceptible to diseases than those grown in the soil. This is a fact proven by thousands of gardeners from different parts...

Our gardens are an ideal habitat for a host of animals, both beneficial and detrimental to our plantlife. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can tip the scales in your garden to make sure that nature is on your - and your plants - side. The best way to make your gardening life easier is to attract the helpful bugs into your garden. These insects will keep pests like aphids in check by hunting them as prey. You can woo these would-be exterminators by bringing in some of their preferred plants that they use as a secondary...

If you are an avid gardener, you will quickly notice if something has disturbed your plants. The problem can often be in identifying what is causing the disruption, because there are so many potential suspects out there. So, in order to get to the bottom of it you will need to do some investigating of your own. This post will outline some steps that you can take that will help you figure out what has been disturbing your precious plants. Eliminate Suspects The first thing to do is remove as many suspects as you can from your investigation. For example,...

When it comes to designing your dream garden, following trends isn't always necessary. Your perfect garden will be unique and suited to your tastes, but keeping an eye on the latest trends can be a fun way to find inspiration and discover new ideas. These are some of our favourite gardening trends for 2016. Subtlety over decadence. It's easy to get carried away with colours and variety in your garden, but sometimes a simple, delicate design can be the most effective. This summer's most stylish gardens will be all about a clean colour palette and small but beautiful details. Creating...