Picture the scene. You are planning on growing a new lawn and you have prepared everything: from high-quality grass seed, to testing and choosing the most suitable soil as well as watering and taking constant care of your seedlings… yet, nothing is growing. How is this possible? Don’t blame yourself or the new grass seeds…
Loam based compost, otherwise known as John Innes compost, originated in Merton and was developed by John Innes Horticultural Institute in the 1930s. This potting compost was primarily used in the UK, so that makes sense. Although it’s in short supply, the main ingredient of this compost is loam. Different ingredients can be added to…
At the beginning of your gardening journey you will have so many questions! What type of soil to use? When to plant? Do you prune certain plants? What even is pruning? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. There’s so much information about every type of plant you could possibly want to grow out there though!…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Have you ever noticed grass growing during the day? I certainly haven’t. This process cannot be seen with the naked eye, but we know that it’s growing, especially homeowners that have to mow their…
I imagine that grass has never been in your top ten conversation topics, but if you move into a house with a backyard you’ll find yourself researching the different types of grass more and more. Ryegrass vs fescue grass is a classic homeowners’ dilemma, so we have decided to help you decide once and for…
If you are a fan of super spicy foods, then you must have heard about one of the most hot peppers; the habanero! The Habanero is a chilli pepper that originates from the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, although it sometimes gets mistaken for Caribbean chili peppers as they have a similar taste. The Yellow habanero,…
Blueberries are indeed a delicious treat. They are very famous, not only in the culinary world but also in botany. As far as the culinary world is concerned, blueberries have a high nutritional value. Blueberries belong to berries in the botanical sense, and other botanical plants include tomatoes, grapes, and cucumbers. The genus to which…
If you live in Florida, then you are probably painfully aware of all the climate challenges the area faces – intolerable humidity, constant raining, blazing heat, and even hurricanes! This makes it pretty difficult to find the perfect dark green and durable type of grass for your Florida lawn. You should also include the pH…
If you love hot peppers, then you’ll simply adore the habanero orange! Perhaps you got tired of the mild jalapeno, and are looking for more excitement. Well, growing your own orange habanero peppers will be a piece of cake if you follow our care guide. All habanero peppers need is a bit of water and…
You may have seen some pictures of black strawberries online and wanted to try them. The exquisite, unusual, dark black color entices you to come to the Dark Side, but how come you have never heard of them before? It is because the existence of black strawberries is much closer to myth than truth. Read…
If you like pumpkins, you may be surprised to know that they have many wonderful health benefits. There are also loads of cool things you can do with a pumpkin. If you really think about it, there are all sorts of pumpkin-related things. There are pumpkin pies, pumpkin seeds, Halloween decorations, jack-o-lanterns, pumpkin carvings, pumpkin…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. I’m sure that we all want only the best for our plants and gardens. I assume that you’ve heard that grass clippings can be used as mulch. That said, we decided to prepare a…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. When you wake up and look at your lawn, it can be very strange and surprising to see small holes that weren’t there the day before. The small holes that appear in your lawn…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Tomatoes are a favorite ingredient for salads, stews, and sauces. This article will discuss two very interesting varieties of tomatoes, so read on to discover everything you need to know about Black Krim vs…
I love eating watermelons in the summer, but I had no idea there was a difference between a male and female watermelon! I was so intrigued by the idea that I decided to put together this article about all the differences and features of this delicious fruit. So, if you want to learn more about…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. When someone asks me, “What’s your favorite fruit?” I reply, “Cucumber, of course.” And I am often met with a blank stare. Since when has cucumber been a fruit? Well, it has actually always…
Habaneros are hot peppers that are a staple in every spicy food lover’s pantry. If you want to start growing your own habanero plants and need to know more about when to pick habanero, then you’ll find everything you need to know and more in this article. First, general information: [table id=9 /] Now that…
I don’t know about you, but I love the wonderful smell of Fresh herbs! Especially Oregano, Thyme, and Basil, but my absolute favorite is Parsley. Parsley, or Petroselinum crispum, is a Mediterranean herb that every aspiring cook should have in their kitchen or herb garden. It is commonly used as a culinary addition to soups,…
Everyone loves peppers, whether they’re hot or sweet. But I bet you’ve never given much thought to flowering peppers, perhaps because you didn’t even know that peppers flower, or you just ignored them because they don’t improve the beauty of your reading room or office. This is why it’s good to know everything you can…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. If you’ve been planning to decorate your backyard, but aren’t sure which type of patio you want to install, then this is the article for you! Should you go for the safer option, like…
Have you ever wondered what the world’s tallest grass is? Well, you might be surprised to find that it is actually bamboo. Even though it might resemble a tree, bamboo is actually a flowering plant from the family of Bambusoideae, within the Poacea grass family. An evergreen perennial that can measure more than 100 feet…
There aren’t many of us beginner gardeners who know about the different kinds of soils, and even less who know about aroid soil mix – or at least I didn’t! I had to find out that not all plants need the same soil the hard way! At the beginning of my gardening days, all-purpose potting…