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6 Helpful Tips for a Thriving Flower Garden in Urban Spaces
Today’s fast-paced urban life leaves little time for relaxing hobbies like gardening. But having a flower garden on a terrace or balcony is an excellent way to reconnect with nature in the heart of the city. Irrespective of your urban garden size, you can create a blooming oasis with proper planning and care. A flower-filled terrace garden improves air quality and boosts mental well-being. It’s a true blessing. Here are six practical and proven tips to help your flower garden thrive in limited urban spaces. 1. Choose the right flowers Urban gardening comes with unique challenges—limited space, fluctuating sunlight, and exposure to pollution. Therefore, selecting flowers that thrive in containers,…
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How to Create a Home Gardening Schedule That Actually Works
While home gardening has taken root in many urban households, from compact balconies to large terraces or backyard gardens, ensuring your garden thrives throughout all seasons is essential. That’s where a gardening schedule comes in handy. It allows you to align your efforts with nature’s rhythm, manage time better, and achieve healthier plants and higher yields. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, a customized schedule will make your growing journey more rewarding. Tip: If you’re unsure of your planting seasons, refer to the Indian Meteorological Department or regional Krishi Vigyan Kendras to understand seasonal trends. Note: This blog is written for home gardeners in India. If you’re in…
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10 Surprising Health Benefits of Urban Gardening: Reasons to Grow
Most people look at urban gardening as a lifestyle trend. But did you know it’s a powerful tool for improving physical and mental health? Whether growing herbs on your balcony, veggies in your terrace garden, or flowers in hanging planters, turning your urban space into a green haven offers a host of wellness perks. Here, we explore 10 compelling health benefits of urban gardening and why it’s worth getting your hands dirty—even in the heart of the city. 1. Reduces stress and promotes mental clarity One of the most significant health benefits of gardening is stress reduction. Tending to plants helps quiet the mind, slow racing thoughts, and promote mindfulness.…
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5 Easy Flowering Plants to Grow in Summer on Your Terrace or Balcony
The best plants to grow in your terrace garden during hot weather and with minimal watering.
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Square Foot Gardening: Learn How to Grow Food in Limited Spaces
Growing food for your family might not have been a priority if you’re an urban dweller with limited space. But the COVID-19 pandemic, with its disruptions in supply chains, might have caused you to reconsider. Indeed, things are back to normal as far as food supplies go. Still, the pandemic also sparked renewed interest in home gardening. As a result, square foot gardening is gaining popularity, particularly among those living in urban areas with limited space to grow food. There is more to urban gardening than self-sufficiency. Growing food on your balcony, patio, or terrace garden deepens your connection to nature. Gardening is an enriching activity that reduces stress and…
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How to Keep Mosquitoes Away from the Terrace Garden—10 Pest-Repelling Plants to Grow
The warm and humid summer months see an increase in mosquito activity, making it difficult to enjoy outdoor spaces, including terrace gardens. Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance; they carry diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya. While chemical repellents are widely used for mosquito prevention, they often contain harmful ingredients that can affect health and the environment. A safer and more sustainable approach is to grow pest-repelling plants that naturally deter pests and mosquitoes. These plants create a more comfortable and healthier outdoor space with their strong fragrances and essential oils. Here are 10 plants that keep mosquitoes away and tips to use them effectively. 1. Lavender Lavenders are…
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Watering Plants in Summer: How to Keep Your Terrace Garden Thriving
The summer temperature in India can be harsh for all living creatures, including plants. It’s a time when the plants in terrace gardens and balconies exposed to direct sunlight and high heat experience accelerated moisture loss. Unlike traditional ground gardens, watering plants in pots or containers in apartment terraces and balconies presents unique challenges, such as limited soil volume, faster evaporation, and heat retention from surrounding concrete surfaces. Watering garden plants properly is crucial to keep them healthy and vibrant during the scorching summer months. This guide covers the best watering practices, moisture-retention strategies, and vacation-friendly hacks to help your container plants survive the summer heat. Table of Contents: When…
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Perfect Planters for Your Balcony or Terrace Garden – How To Choose Them: 7 Tips
When you live in an urban area, terrace gardening is an excellent way to bring nature closer to home. However, the success of a garden lies in the details—one of the most crucial being the selection of planters. By choosing the right planters, you not only enhance your garden’s aesthetics but also help plants grow healthy. Here are 7 tips on how to choose the perfect planters for your balcony or terrace garden. Here’s a guide for planning your terrace garden. 1. Assess Your Space Before buying planters, evaluate your garden space. Balconies often have limited areas, requiring compact planters or vertical gardening solutions. Terraces, on the other hand, may…
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Terrace Garden Design: Here’s What You Need to Know
If you live in an urban jungle, the chances are you yearn for a green area where you can step out, connect with nature, and rejuvenate. Whether a small balcony off the living room or an expansive terrace garden with more detailed landscaping, gardening is becoming increasingly popular. Most city dwellers would love to add a touch of nature to their living spaces, whether a small vegetable patch or a lush green retreat. A well-planned garden on your terrace brings numerous benefits. Besides enhancing your home’s aesthetic appeal, it can be a step towards sustainable living. It can provide fresh produce and positively impact mental well-being by offering a serene…
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