Home & Garden Articles
121: Bird Garden-Practical Tips
Are you delighted by the natural show of birds? Flocks of
sparrows descending to the ground for a feast, or a lone blue
jay making his noisy calls against a winter backdrop - birds
offer the observer
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Bird-Garden-Practical-Tips.html122: How to Create a Backyard Oasis
As every homeowner is surely aware, a backyard can be transformed into a relaxing outdoor retreat. With some hard work and dedication, you can turn your simple backyard into a garden of delight. A gar
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/How-to-Create-a-Backyard-Oasis.html123: Growing Bonsai Trees
The essentials.
The first thing you should decide when considering growing Bonsai Trees is what type of tree you want to grow. The type of tree you want will determine not only the tree you should bu
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Growing-Bonsai-Trees.html124: The Answer Lies In The Soil
If ever there was a truism, this is the truism of all truisms. I
have gardened on a variety of soils including soot, gravel,
clay, sand and loam. Without a doubt, loam is the best for high
production
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/The-Answer-Lies-In-The-Soil.html125: A Guide To Japanese Gardens
Ready for something different in your garden? Take a look at Japanese bridges. These beautiful ornamental bridges bring the Far East right into your back yard or garden.
Japanese bridges add elegance
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/A-Guide-To-Japanese-Gardens.html126: Thyme: The Herb of Courage
Garden thyme, fresh or dried, alone or combined with parsley and bay leaves to make a bouquet garni, adds a distinctive aromatic flavouring to meats, poultry, stews, sauces, and stuffing. Thymus vulga
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Thyme-The-Herb-of-Courage.html127: Tarragon: A Favourite of French Chefs
Long a favourite of French chefs, the herb Artemisia dracunculus, known as French tarragon or dragon herb is an essential ingredient in Béarnaise sauce, tarragon vinegar, and certain Dijon mustards. A
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Tarragon-A-Favourite-of-French-Chefs.html128: Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Friendship
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called rosemary is an aromatic herb indigenous to the Mediterranean area. Rosemary is traditionally known as the herb of remembrance and friendship. Also known as Mary
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Rosemary-The-Herb-of-Remembrance-and-Friendship.html129: Parsley: A Cook’s Best Friend
A cook’s best friend, Petroselinum crispum, commonly known as curly parsley, is used in myriad ways in the kitchen. Often discarded by diners as ‘just a garnish,’ parsley has many valuable nutrients i
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Parsley-A-Cooks-Best-Friend.html130: Oregano: Joy of the Mountain
Known as “joy of the mountain,” Origanum vulgare is commonly called culinary oregano or Turkish oregano. Oregano is a close relative of marjoram and is also known as pot marjoram. Similar in taste to
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Oregano-Joy-of-the-Mountain.html131: Mint: The Herb of Hospitality
The Mentha species or mints as they are commonly called include many varieties that flavour everything from appetizers to desserts. The best-known species in North American are peppermint (M. x piperi
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Mint-The-Herb-of-Hospitality.html132: Marjoram: The Herb of Happiness
Called the “herb of happiness,” Origanum majorana, commonly known as sweet marjoram or knotted marjoram, is an herbal symbol of peace and well-being. Marjoram is grown as an annual in the colder parts
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Marjoram-The-Herb-of-Happiness.html133: Dill: The Most Important Culinary Herb in Scandinavia
The ancient herb, Anethum graveolens or Fernleaf dill as it is commonly known, was mentioned some 5,000 years ago in early Egyptian writings. It is the most important culinary herb in Scandinavia, as
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Dill-The-Most-Important-Culinary-Herb-in-Scandinavia.html134: Basil: The King of Herbs
One of the most popular herbs is Ocimum basilicum commonly called sweet basil. Often called the ‘king of herbs,’ basil can be grown indoors or out. Sweet basil has inch-long, oval-pointed, dark green
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Basil-The-King-of-Herbs.html135: Colour in the Garden
Colour affects our emotions, moods, physical, and spiritual well-being. It has a significant effect on everything we eat, drink, and touch and influences our physical environment including our home, o
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Colour-in-the-Garden.html136: Feng Shui in the Garden
“The Ancient Art of Placement” called Feng Shui (pronounced phung schway) literally means ‘wind’ and ‘water.’ The Chinese believe this cosmic energy, called Chi or ‘the green dragon’s cosmic breath,’
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Feng-Shui-in-the-Garden.html137: The Garden As Healer
The word for ‘paradise’ comes from the Persian word for a garden and has always meant the same thing in every culture. It is representative of ‘paradise on earth’ and is our opportunity to own a littl
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/The-Garden-As-Healer.html138: Plants that Clean the Air
There are many reasons for creating an indoor garden – significant among them is the need to clean the toxins from our homes and offices. As a consequence of the energy crisis in the 1970’s, today’s h
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Plants-that-Clean-the-Air.html139: Safe Operation Of Garden Tractors
This article traces history of garden tractors, gives tips in selection of garden tractors and gives information in safe operation of garden tractors. It also gives tips on saving fuel. The article is
http://marabe7.com/ALL/Home-and-Garden/Safe-Operation-Of-Garden-Tractors.html140: Decorating around the garden
Straight Talk On – Decorating Around the Garden
Do you live near a park? Most people do – there are so many
around now. All levels of government recognize the value of a
green environment. And, of
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