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A LIVING TREE FENCE

Lai Cheng August 30, 2024 0 Comments

Take a look at this unique fence. The structure is an artform, showcasing the remarkable adaptability of trees and how they can be grown in a creative way. Natural tree fences are living fences that promote biodiversity and nature preservation. They create their own ecosystems and support life – small animals and beneficial insects call the border plants their home. Plant trees, make art –...

NATURAL FUNGICIDE SPRAY FOR PLANTS

Lai Cheng August 30, 2024 0 Comments

Are your garden plants having any of these: rust and black spots on leaves; leaf, root and stem rot; rotting flower petals and buds; fuzzy grey mould and white powdery mildew on leaves? These are plant diseases caused by fungi. Fungal pathogens are behind 85% of all plant disease. Most fungi reproduce through spores. They cause stress to plants, damaging and eventually killing them, if nothing...

ENCOURAGE KIDS TO GROW TREES

Lai Cheng August 21, 2024 0 Comments

Inspire children to plant trees so that they can love trees in the future. Plant trees, save the earth. Source: Global Environmental and Climate Conservation Initiative

REPURPOSE GARLIC PEELS INTO NATURAL PLANT SPRAY

Lai Cheng August 21, 2024 0 Comments

Our grandmothers were true pioneers in household recycling, constantly finding innovative ways to repurpose everyday scraps. Among their many old-school tricks, one of the most valuable yet lesser-known was the reuse of garlic peels. Garlic peel spray is an excellent natural alternative to chemical pesticides, offering protection against fungi and pests while being safe for beneficial insects....

NATURAL ANT REPELLENT

Lai Cheng August 1, 2024 0 Comments

Ants can be annoying but you don’t have to kill them. There’s an easy way to keep them away from your home.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN CHILDREN GROW FOOD AT SCHOOL

Lai Cheng July 17, 2024 0 Comments

School gardens are a great way to teach children about healthy eating... and much more! Discover what happens when children grow food at school Source: Food and Agriculture Organization

HOW TO USE EGG SHELLS AS FERTILISER

Lai Cheng June 27, 2024 0 Comments

Eggshells can be a great source of calcium and other minerals for your plants, and they can also help to deter pests such as slugs and snails. Here's how to use eggshells as fertiliser: > Collect your eggshells: Start by saving your eggshells after cooking or baking. Rinse them out and let them dry. > Crush the eggshells: Once the eggshells are dry, crush them into small pieces. You can do...

BE-E THANKFUL TO THIS SMALL INSECT WITH A BIG SACRIFICE

Lai Cheng June 18, 2024 0 Comments

Bees are tiny heroes. Do you know: The honeybee is responsible for nearly a third of crop pollination (a wide range of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and oilseeds). They also produce 6 hive products — pollen, honey, beeswax, royal jelly, propolis, and venom. These are all collected and used for nutritional and medical purposes by humans. Bee populations have been declining globally over recent...

A GOOD LESSON ON RESILIENCE

Lai Cheng June 10, 2024 0 Comments

This mango plant refuses to die after being cut down and bears fruit as a sign of victory... We can learn so much from plants. Plants are determined to survive and thrive – nature always finds a way. This one is saying, “I shall live”. That’s the willpower all humans need.

PUT OVERRIPE BANANAS TO GOOD USE

Lai Cheng June 6, 2024 0 Comments

Recycle overripe bananas by hanging them up in your garden. Here are the benefits of doing this. 1. Attracts Beneficial Insects. The sweet aroma of overripe bananas attracts butterflies, bees and ladybugs. 2. Nutrient-Rich Compost. After attracting insects, the banana can be added to your compost pile for nutrient-rich soil. 3. Natural Fertiliser. As the banana decomposes, it releases nutrients...

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