People in Malta love gardening, it’s a popular activity designed to unwind and relax. Plus, you get to see your beautiful plants grow and they might even offer some amazing fruits too. With that in mind, gardening in Malta can be a little difficult, since here there’s a Mediterranean, hot climate with strong winds. ThisContinue reading “Gardening tips for beginners”
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Why are Narcissus flowers protected by law in Malta?
In Malta, wild Narcissus flowers are protected by law, and it is forbidden to pick up this flower from the wild. The Narcissus is, unfortunately, becoming rarer and has an endangered level in the Red Data Book of the Maltese Islands since 1989. It is protected therefore by law, schedule VIII of legal notice LN311/2006.Continue reading “Why are Narcissus flowers protected by law in Malta?”
Vertical Gardening
Vertical Gardening is a process through which plants, fruits and vegetables grow in a vertical, upwards direction (on top of each other) instead of the horizontal, more traditional manner (next to each other on the ground). In summary, vertical gardening uses upright growth containers to make the most of your growing space. Sometimes, a vertical gardenContinue reading “Vertical Gardening”
Gardening in Malta
Gardening in Malta is a very popular activity. People in Malta love their homes, and therefore many people practice gardening on some level to provide greater charm to their houses. The country, notwithstanding its size, also offers many beautiful public gardens that people can visit to observe the calmness of nature and get some relaxingContinue reading “Gardening in Malta”
Garden Flowers – How to Grow Fascinating Flowers
Plants and flowers are the most important parts of many gardens. Purchasing plants and flowers can be very expensive, and therefore making sure your flowers are healthy and living for the longest time possible is also important. Another advantage is that your house or garden will look at its best when entertaining guests. But howContinue reading “Garden Flowers – How to Grow Fascinating Flowers”
Gardening Interview – Sharon’s Hoyas
Sharon Debattista is a popular gardening figure in Malta, with a large following on social media. She mainly specialises in the cultivation of the Hoya genus and has over the years helped numerous people in Malta grow their gardens. On her social media channels, she also shares the cultivation techniques, strategies and tools that sheContinue reading “Gardening Interview – Sharon’s Hoyas “
Why is gardening important?
Gardening provides a very long list of benefits for both humans and the environment. Apart from being enjoyed by everyone, gardening is an activity that everybody can do, not limited by different skills, age, nationality, or economic capability. In this sense, gardening is an activity that empowers people and unites all humans in our oneContinue reading “Why is gardening important?”
How many types of gardens are there?
One of the most exciting parts about gardening is its variety. There are numerous types of gardens one can grow, most of which can be nurtured at home or managed in limited spaces. Some gardens do need more space to become interesting, however, there will always be something sensational to grow for both beginner andContinue reading “How many types of gardens are there?”
The Next Big Thing in Gardening
It is well known that gardening is becoming more and more popular across different countries. The pandemic has forced most people in the world to quarantine or stay at home for extended periods, and gardening is a hobby or activity that people can do safely and with limited exposure to the COVID-19 virus. It isContinue reading “The Next Big Thing in Gardening”
Planting Flowers in your Garden
The vibrant colours that flowers add to your flower garden make them an obvious addition to many people’s home gardens. They are beautiful to look at and admire, and the good news is that most of them are easy to grow. Another bonus is that most flowers attract many pollinators who can be observed doingContinue reading “Planting Flowers in your Garden”
