Why do sowing in winter? Even if the weather conditions don't seem initially favorable, it is possible to sow biennial flowers in winter. A biennial flower refers to a plant that completes its life cycle over two years. In the first year, it primarily develops roots, stems, leaves, and only a few ...
en manure? A green manure is a fast-growing plant that is temporarily cultivated to improve soil structure and enrich the land. This method involves sowing fast-growing plants, which continue to grow even in the late season and cover the ground over a large area. These plants are then intended to ...
rs: green, red, yellow, pink and even purple! Its cultivation was very common from the Middle Ages until the 19th century as long as it is easy to sow this plant. It was then replaced by spinach popularized in France in the 17th century. Don't hesitate to sow a few seeds and make a place for i ...
drizzle of olive oil. As for the larger, less tender leaves, they can be used to make arugula pesto or incorporated into a velouté or stew. 3- Sow directly in place from March to August If you want to start growing ro(u)quette in your vegetable garden, you should know that this salad can be ...
e white lupine or Lupinus albus is a plant of the Fabaceae family that was already cultivated in ancient times by the Egyptians and Greeks. Simply sow it in spring or fall in regions with mild winters and the plant will emerge from the ground in less than a month. This legume, which enjoys a sunn ...
1- Don't think too big Spring will soon be here and, for many gardeners, it's time to choose what to plant and sow in the vegetable garden. While it's only natural to want to diversify your crops, the drought that has been in the news for several months in France should prompt you to be reasonable ...
st sprout wheat grains or lentils in beautiful cups. Among the Christmas preparations that bring together young and old around ancient traditions, sowing the wheat of Saint Barbara is a fun activity that usually delights children. Where does this tradition come from? The origins of this tradi ...
The edible chrysanthemum is a rather easy plant to grow. It is usually grown in the ground, but can also be grown in pots or window boxes. You can sow it in a dish or in the ground in April-May. As this plant is freezing, it should be installed in the garden when the risk of frost has passed. ...
When to sow the poet's carnations? It is recommended that poet carnations be sown in late spring, in May or June, and transplanted into place in the fall to enjoy beautiful blooms the following year. The Poet's carnation or Dianthus barbatus blooms from May through August. This colorfully named ...
ed in a dry rock garden or a sunny bed. It can also be grown in a pot or window box, provided it is given a sunny exposure and good drainage. Easy sowing and maintenance The chocolate drop really has it all: besides the gourmet scent of its flowers, it is easy to plant and maintain. Berlandie ...
ly, the village gathers classified dwellings: house of the Artichoke, house of the Shell, house of the Unicorn, house of the Copper Pot, house of the Sow that File, dwelling of Saint-Aubert, dwelling of Tiphaine Raguenel, dwelling of Saint-Symphorien, hotel of the Dauphin, hotel of the Mouton-Blanc, ...
tivation. Even novice gardeners will have no trouble growing this great flower south of the Loire, as the sunflower loves warm climates. Simply sow the seeds under cover in March-April and transplant the plants outdoors in mid-May. This plant enjoys full sun and slightly alkaline soil that ...
Companion plants live in symbiosis Companions because they are associated with each other, planted in close proximity, these seeds provide each other with the pests they can repel, the minerals and nutrients they bring to the soil, and their flowers, which are useful for pollination. Creating a ...
root system that contributes to soil structuring. As for its stems and leaves, they can be used as green manure to fertilize the soil. To do this, sow in the spring when the temperature exceeds 10°C. Use a rake to cover the seeds and water lightly. The plant will grow quickly. After two month ...
same or neighboring vegetable gardens and are cross-pollinated. The risk of your squash becoming poisonous increases if you collect the seeds and sow them year after year. Also note that it's even easier to get poisoned because inedible squash from hybridization look exactly like edible squas ...
e the happiest of felines, consider seeding some grains (oats, wheat or barley) that will help him purge and digest hairballs better. You can also sow catnip (the famous catnip!) as cats love to roll around in it. Contrary to what some owners think, this plant is not toxic for animals. ...
vantages for gardeners, particularly for beginners! Indeed, the ease of cultivation is the first advantage of perpetual vegetables. You don't need to sow or plant them every year and you can enjoy their leaves or fruits for several years with minimal maintenance... Another advantage of a permanent g ...
ng less fearful and your shouts may not be enough to drive away the intruder. In the presence of a wounded or frightened adult or a female with piglets (the sow and her piglets), it is better to do nothing and wait for the animal to leave on its own. In these particular situations, a wild boar can ...
What is a franc tree? In gardening, a wild tree is called a tree that comes directly from the sowing of a seed, a pip, or a stone. Most wild trees are wild trees that reproduce by sowing. 2- What are the advantages and disadvantages of free-standing trees? The culture of free trees is cheaper sinc ...
hedges. This setup constitutes an ideal shelter for hedgehogs who like to take refuge there to give birth. Finally, you can also build an insect hotel and sow a flower meadow to attract butterflies and all sorts of pollinating insects, ensuring beautiful flowers and bountiful harvests in the vegeta ...
