The common nettle, or stinging nettle is a herbaceous perennial plant that has been used for a variety of purposes throughout the millennia. It seems unbelievably useful at first glance. You can make a lot of from it – boil some tea with dried nettle, mix it into a pie with some cheese, mix it with chicken feed as a supplement. Or, you could use nettle water as a fertilizer or pesticide on your other crops.
The Great Nutrient Collapse – Re-Examined
The phrase “Great Nutrient Collapse” refers to the ever-decreasing nutrient density of plant matter, and specifically – the plants we use in human diets across the world. There have been a lot of theories and experiments revolving around these questions:
When to Plant Grass Seed in Your Area – Best Time to Seed Lawns & Turf
The short answer is – the date of planting or sowing grass seed depends on your location and type of grass you’ve chosen. So, when is the best time to plant grass seed for lawn or turf?
In this guide you will find out how to estimate your ideal time frame for sowing or planting grass seed or sod.
Coffee Grounds for Plants – Soil & Plant Booster
Why not throw it away?
Coffee grounds are the thick layer of dregs that are leftover after enjoying a cup of coffee. Most people just throw these away, not thinking too much about its “secret” potential.
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Can I Use Banana Peels for Roses – Gardening Tips
Many DIY gardeners have been testing out unusual methods of fertilization with items that usually end up in the compost heap. One of them is the humble banana, or banana peels to be more precise.