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5 Easy Flowering Plants to Grow in Summer on Your Terrace or Balcony
The best plants to grow in your terrace garden during hot weather and with minimal watering.
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Square Foot Gardening: Learn How to Grow Food in Limited Spaces
Growing food for your family might not have been a priority if you’re an urban dweller with limited space. But the COVID-19 pandemic, with its disruptions in supply chains, might have caused you to reconsider. Indeed, things are back to normal as far as food supplies go. Still, the pandemic also sparked renewed interest in home gardening. As a result, square foot gardening is gaining popularity, particularly among those living in urban areas with limited space to grow food. There is more to urban gardening than self-sufficiency. Growing food on your balcony, patio, or terrace garden deepens your connection to nature. Gardening is an enriching activity that reduces stress and…
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How to Keep Mosquitoes Away from the Terrace Garden—10 Pest-Repelling Plants to Grow
The warm and humid summer months see an increase in mosquito activity, making it difficult to enjoy outdoor spaces, including terrace gardens. Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance; they carry diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya. While chemical repellents are widely used for mosquito prevention, they often contain harmful ingredients that can affect health and the environment. A safer and more sustainable approach is to grow pest-repelling plants that naturally deter pests and mosquitoes. These plants create a more comfortable and healthier outdoor space with their strong fragrances and essential oils. Here are 10 plants that keep mosquitoes away and tips to use them effectively. 1. Lavender Lavenders are…
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Perfect Planters for Your Balcony or Terrace Garden – How To Choose Them: 7 Tips
When you live in an urban area, terrace gardening is an excellent way to bring nature closer to home. However, the success of a garden lies in the details—one of the most crucial being the selection of planters. By choosing the right planters, you not only enhance your garden’s aesthetics but also help plants grow healthy. Here are 7 tips on how to choose the perfect planters for your balcony or terrace garden. Here’s a guide for planning your terrace garden. 1. Assess Your Space Before buying planters, evaluate your garden space. Balconies often have limited areas, requiring compact planters or vertical gardening solutions. Terraces, on the other hand, may…
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Terrace Garden Design: Here’s What You Need to Know
If you live in an urban jungle, the chances are you yearn for a green area where you can step out, connect with nature, and rejuvenate. Whether a small balcony off the living room or an expansive terrace garden with more detailed landscaping, gardening is becoming increasingly popular. Most city dwellers would love to add a touch of nature to their living spaces, whether a small vegetable patch or a lush green retreat. A well-planned garden on your terrace brings numerous benefits. Besides enhancing your home’s aesthetic appeal, it can be a step towards sustainable living. It can provide fresh produce and positively impact mental well-being by offering a serene…
Greening your terrace and life one step at a time
