Mayoral candidate proposes urban farming jobs plan

Denver mayoral candidate Michael Hancock has come up with a novel plan to create more jobs in the city – gardening. He believes setting up hydroponic greenhouses to plug the gap between what local farmers produce and the total amount … [ Read More ]

Sunflowers ‘fun and easy to grow’

Growing sunflowers is easy and fun for all the family, it has been suggested. In an article for the Daily Press, Kathy Van Mullekom said: "There's nothing like a sunflower in your garden to make you smile. And to bring … [ Read More ]

Junior gardeners in Tennessee get the chance to learn and have fun

Aspiring junior gardeners in Tennessee are to receive expert tuition at the 12th annual Junior Master Gardeners day camp for children in Davidson County. Held at Ellington Agricultural Center and offered to kids aged from nine to 14, the camp … [ Read More ]

Florida school opens greenhouse classroom

Students at a school in Florida have a different type of classroom in which to learn about gardening – a greenhouse. Equipped with heating and air-conditioning, the one-room plexiglass and metal structure at Edwins Fine and Performing Arts School in … [ Read More ]

Working outside ‘can reduce the risk of cancer’

Engaging in outdoor activities such as working with plants in the garden can lower the risk of cancer, it has been suggested. According to founder of male cancer charity Orchid Professor Tim Oliver, a significant amount of research suggests increased … [ Read More ]

Even a shaded area can be home to a beautiful garden, expert says

People worried that there is not enough light in their outside space to grow a beautiful garden need worry no more, as one expert has revealed the secret to creating a perfect shade garden. Many people believe it is impossible … [ Read More ]

‘Cheapskate’ gardening tips revealed

Keeping a garden in perfect condition and being careful with money can go hand in hand, according to one expert on finances, thanks to her top frugal gardening tips. According to Everyday Cheapskate columnist Mary Hunt on TwinCities.com, newspaper is … [ Read More ]

Growing vegetables in a window box ‘needs careful preparation’

Vegetable-growing in a garden box from the window of a planned unit development must be done carefully, an expert has said. According to an article by certified professional horticulturist Maggie Wolf in the Salt Lake Tribune, it is important to … [ Read More ]

Growing herbs ‘is easy, even without a garden’

Herbs are easy for anyone to grow even if they do not have a garden or outside space, it has been suggested. Landscape designer and gardener Sheri Silver told the Miami Herald that all herbs need to thrive are lots … [ Read More ]

Gardening connects one Philly resident to the Earth

Gardening is more than just a pastime for David Braneky, it is a way to establish a connection to the Earth and to humanity. To the congregation of Lansdowne Baptist Church, he is known as Pastor Dave, grower of fruit … [ Read More ]