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”
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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 “
Olive Trees – How to Grow Olive Trees
Last updated on 4th January 2023 Olive trees are admired across the world for their beauty and are found especially in sunny regions such as the Mediterranean and North Africa. Olive trees are also known for their aesthetics and functional uses. In Malta, the olive trees (siġar taż-żebbuġ) are very popular across the country, especiallyContinue reading “Olive Trees – How to Grow Olive Trees”
Bay Laurel – How to Grow Bay Laurel Trees
The bay laurel (laurus nobilis) is a plant grown commonly in the Mediterranean and used in many cooking recipes, especially stews. In Malta, it is usually called siġra tar-rand or simply rand. Internationally, it is known by different names, including Bay Laurel, Sweet Bay and Grecian Laurel. It has a particular smell and gives aContinue reading “Bay Laurel – How to Grow Bay Laurel Trees”
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?”
Lemon Trees – How to Grow a Lemon Tree
Lemon trees are one of the most beautiful and widely popular trees in the world, especially in sunny regions such as the Mediterranean and North Africa. The aesthetic and functional, cooking value of lemon trees are only some of the reasons for its high demand. In Malta, for example, the lemon tree (siġra tal-lumi) is veryContinue reading “Lemon Trees – How to Grow a Lemon Tree”
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?”
Looking for guest writers
loveforgardens.com is looking for external contributions that are well written and relevant to the topic of gardening. With over 58,000 views and 44,000 visitors between April and mid-June, loveforgardens.com is quickly becoming an interesting website for gardening enthusiasts around the world. If you would like your blog or article to be featured as a guestContinue reading “Looking for guest writers”
