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1. How does a Pool Sand Filter Work? October 21, 2020 Some time ago, most pools did not have a filtration system to keep water clean and bacteria free. They worked simply by filling the pool with clean water. On certain days, when the water seemed unpleasant, they were emptied, cleaned, and refilled. Undoubtedly, this represented several disadvantages: the cost of water, an unsanitary swimming pool, and an unpleasant bath due to insufficient transparency of the water. But at present times, all pools have a filtration system to maintain the water clean, free of algae and bacteria. The two most central components of the treatment plant are the filt... (read more) Author: Helen Stephens

2. Planning Ahead for the Winter Garden October 06, 2020 The last of the summer barbeques are over. The grills have been cleaned and put away. The sunscreen and bug spray are all packed up. And that back-to-school feeling is in the air. Sometimes it seems as though summer will last forever. Then it wraps up in the blink of an eye, and suddenly, we find ourselves halfway to winter! As time inches ever-closer to the coldest months of the year, I am already thinking about plants for fall and winter, planning my winter container garden, and considering some winter plants for my yard. If you are a go-getter who is ready to starting planning ahead for you... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

3. Planting a Winter Container Garden October 06, 2020 I love everything about the cold and cloudy months. From lighting the first fall-scented candles and carving pumpkins to exchanging presents and watching the snow accumulate outside my window, these weeks are a delight. My favorite seasons are filled with traditions, holidays, visits with family, and of course, decorations and gardens. As the calendar flips deeper into autumn, I am already starting to plan out my winter container gardens. Have you started to think about your own winter container gardens yet? No matter where you are in the process, I have a few tips and tricks to share for your... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

4. A Snow Day in the Fairy Garden October 05, 2020 Despite the early morning hour, the garden fairies are already awake. The sweet smells of hot apple cider and pancakes fill the fairy kitchen while the garden friends crowd against the front windows of their fairy cottages, peeking from behind the curtains. Outside, the wind is blowing and the snowdrifts have begun to pile up underneath the winter plants and miniature trees. It is a snow day in the fairy garden! Once or twice each year, the fairies get a big surprise—fairy school is canceled due to fast-falling snow flurries. Instead of making their way over the stepping stones and under ... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

5. All About Ajuga October 05, 2020 What type of gardener are you? Are you the kind of gardener who likes to take care of your miniature plants under the bright sun, sweat building on your brow, before going inside to cool down with a glass of lemonade? Or perhaps you love to pull on a sweatshirt and add mulch around your miniature trees, enjoying the short but oh-so-lovely weeks of fall. For others, spring is the best season to get outside in the garden. Full of sweet smells, mild weather, and welcome rain, the spring garden is a peaceful place to be. Or maybe, just maybe, you are the elusive winter gardener. You delight i... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

6. Organic Gardening - Animal Based Fertilizers For Your Garden September 27, 2020 Organic gardening is becoming more popular, and gardeners are looking for organic fertilizers and other organic products for there gardening needs. Organic fertilizers are either animal, mineral, or vegetable-based. Animal-based organic fertilizers are a by-product of the farming and meat industry. Products like manures, blood meal, bone meal, and fish products are all part of this type of fertilizer. Manures are the most common type of organic fertilizer that comes to mind to the home gardener. They can supply a lot of organic matter to the garden's soil to improve the soil's structure. ... (read more) Author: Darren Chan

7. 6 Kid-Friendly Fairy Garden Ideas September 26, 2020 If you have children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or other little ones in your life, your miniature garden probably gets its fair share of young visitors. Fairy gardens, with their miniature houses, accessories, and wee folk, can be a wonderful outlet for imaginative children who do not mind playing in the dirt. Kids and adults agree—there is just something magical about a miniature garden! If you would like to make your miniature garden a little more child-friendly, or if you are building a new garden and hope to make it a welcoming space for all ages, take a look at the following kid-fri... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

8. Made for the Shade September 02, 2020 Are you lucky enough to have towering trees in your yard? Is your miniature garden growing in the shadow of decades-old trees, tall shrubs, a sturdy deck, or the side of your home? If you are hoping to make the most of a shady yard, look no further than Hostas. These hardy perennials are known for their reliability, easy-to-care-for nature, and long lives. Hostas range in size from miniature plants to large clumps that stretch up to 4-feet across. In the fairy garden, the tiniest Hostas add color and character wherever they are planted. Miniature varieties look gorgeous in containers, roc... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

9. The Magic of Mosaics September 02, 2020 My garden has received rain nearly every day this week. The sky is grey, without even a hint of blue. The clouds hang low over the hot and humid landscape. Late summer has brought buckets of rain down on my neighborhood, ruining any dreams I had of wandering through my garden on a bright and sunny day. Fortunately, all of this rain has given me some new ideas about how to bring a little “sunshine” to my miniature garden, despite the weather. In the midst of clouds, heat, humidity, and overcast skies, I may be able to brighten up my fairy garden with something that always makes me smile—ar... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

10. Meet the Mangavé September 02, 2020 Everyone has their favorite plant. It might be that delicate String of Pearls that trails gracefully from its indoor perch, the groundcover that provides a bright green fairy garden “lawn,” or the miniature tree that has been given careful care and attention. When you think of your favorite plant, what comes to mind? Usually these are the plants that have been residents of our fairy gardens or homes for many months or years. I have a sensitive plant that is very close to my heart, as I have managed to keep it alive and thriving far longer than I expected! Despite having a robust collectio... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

11. Back to the Garden September 02, 2020 August is a funny month. Situated at the tail-end of summertime, it is usually a month full of last-minute vacations, back-to-school shopping, and attempts to squeeze in every last ounce of summer fun. It is a month of transitions both big and small. And this year, those transitions are especially unique and meaningful. Some children are preparing to go back to school full-time, while others are gearing up for weeks of learning at home. Parents are making tough decisions and rethinking how their families’ lives will look over the next few months. In the midst of all this change and uncert... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

12. Colorful Plants for the Miniature Garden August 27, 2020 If you could design your ideal miniature garden, what would it look like? Would it provide a Zen escape from your day-to-day life? Would it celebrate your favorite fairytale or transport you to a tropical oasis? Step into the miniature garden of my wildest dreams, and you will enter a bright, bustling world full of color! I picture a fairy garden bursting with energy, colors, and textures, ready to delight the senses and open the mind. While I have grown to appreciate and enjoy gardens that are more subdued, calm, and relaxing, a colorful garden fits my personality perfectly. It also feel... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

13. Small Gardens With Big Personalities August 06, 2020 These days, my garden goals and dreams are bigger than ever. My passion for the hobby grows every year! Check in with me on a Saturday, and you will likely find me browsing for miniature plants and thinking about which accessories I will add to my online cart. But, as we all know, these days are also a little bit different than summers past. I am spending more time inside instead of out and about at the lively parks, plazas, and businesses in my neighborhood. Instead of traveling to an office building each day, I start and end my workday in the same place—my living room. Perhaps you can r... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

14. Digging Into Desert Gardens August 05, 2020 The temperature climbs. The sun beats down. You can almost feel the sweat dripping down your forehead. But you just want to be in the garden! Sometimes the summertime months can feel like a cruel joke. The blue sky and bright sun are tempting, but hot temperatures make gardening a tricky business, especially when it comes to delicate miniature plants. If you live in a hot climate, but still want to make your fairy garden dreams come true, you are not out of luck! You might just need to take a look at desert gardens. When you hear the word “desert,” what springs to mind? Sand? Heat? Long s... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

15. Adopting a Unicorn in the Fairy Garden August 04, 2020 The miniature garden is a mysterious and magical place. Miniature plants clamor up the sides of fairy cottages and wee folk frolic underneath bright flower blossoms. Open a door in the garden, and you just might find yourself on a path towards an entirely new world! If you want your imagination to grow and your creativity to flourish, you definitely want to spend some time in the fairy garden. One of my favorite ways to inspire wonder and creativity in the garden, whether I am providing garden fun for little ones or simply showing off my container garden to the next-door neighbor, is to “... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

16. Growing a Fairy Sensitive Plant July 25, 2020 Some miniature plants are loud. They burst into the garden with bright colors, unique shapes, and endless leaves. They can shoot straight up into the air or trail for several feet, winding their way down the side of a hanging basket. Cacti grow showy spines and hostas announce themselves with large, graceful leaves. Yes, sometimes the miniature garden can feel like a circus. Every plant deserves the gardener’s attention. Some, in fact, demand it! But there are a few plants in the garden that have a shy personality. They are quiet, reserved, and quite bashful, though they retain a beauty a... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

17. Celebrating Father's Day in the Miniature Garden July 24, 2020 Happy holidays! No, the stockings have not been hung and a turkey is not being cooked. But summertime still has its share of fun and family-oriented holidays. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the warmer months offer plenty of time for relaxation, adventure, and celebration. What are we celebrating today? Father’s Day! When you think of fun and floral miniature gardens, you might imagine Easter, Mother’s Day, or other springtime holidays. However, there are myriad ways to celebrate Dad in the miniature garden this year, and every year. A Fun Family Activity Some of the best presents ar... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

18. Creating a Lawn for the Fairy Garden July 03, 2020 It is no secret—garden fairies love to play outside. No matter how cozy their fairy cottages might be, fairy garden residents can often be found frolicking among the miniature plants, hosting picnics under miniature trees, and dancing with friends. No matter the weather (though cloudless, sunshine-filled days are certainly preferred), fairies are bound to be enjoying the great outdoors. As you plot and plant your fairy gardens, do you create large, open green spaces? It may be worth considering planting a green lawn for your fairies, as then they can spread out for games of stickball, ela... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

19. A Year of Miniature Garden Gifts July 02, 2020 Summertime is not usually thought of as “gift-giving season.” For that, we look to winter, when Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays give us ample opportunities to shower our friends and family members with toys, clothing, electronics, and other presents. But if you, like me, have a passion for all-things fairy gardening and miniature gardens, then you know that gardens make some of the best gifts around. And you need not wait until December. From Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day to baby showers and graduations, the year is full of special days and events that often require a gift. Wonderin... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

20. Growing an Appreciation of Shrubs in the Fairy Garden July 01, 2020 Which miniature plants are the stars of your fairy garden? In my gardens and terrariums, I can pick out the showiest flowers, the most delicate Bonsai trees, and the rarest ornamental plants I have collected over the years. But when it comes to planning and building a fairy garden that will flourish, I’ve found that one oft-overlooked category can beone of the most important: miniature shrubs. Picture, for a moment, your “life-size” yard. It likely has a few trees and perhaps some flowers. But when it comes to landscaping, a yard or garden is nothing without the bushes, shrubs, and other ... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

21. How to Choose Fairy Garden Moss June 23, 2020 When you take a look at any fairy garden, especially in the summertime, you are likely struck by the beauty and color of the miniature plants. Even indoor container gardens can grow verdant, green plants and bright flower blossoms. Miniature accessories and fairy cottages stand out in a miniature garden, but miniature plants are always changing and growing. The right miniature plants can make the fairy garden a lively and immersive experience. One of my favorite ways to add green and growth to the miniature garden is through the use of moss. Whether I’m decorating a small dish garden with... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

22. Pretty and Pink in the Fairy Garden June 22, 2020 Summer is a special time in the miniature garden. Sunlight pours onto the miniature plants and all of the fairies come out to play. Miniature trees fill out with bright green leaves. Summer showers leave the fairy garden cool and refreshed. The lush, green look of a summertime miniature garden is joyous indeed. But what about that other, sprightlier sibling of the green garden? The bright garden filled with colorful miniature plants? Yes, green gardens are a hallmark of summer, but bright colors cannot be overlooked. With just a bit of care and planning, any gardener can add a rainbow of ... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

23. Choosing Stonecrops for the Miniature Garden June 04, 2020 Is there anything more fun than choosing new miniature plants and miniature trees for the fairy garden? Whether you are planning an all-new garden for the summer season or simply updating the fairy garden plants in your existing garden, “plant shopping” can be one of the most relaxing and enjoyable ways to spend an afternoon. The act of choosing miniature plants flexes one’s creative muscles and demands logic and reason at the same time, for a fairy garden must not only look beautiful, but it should contain the appropriate fairy garden plants for the soil type, season, and local weather. ... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

24. Hosting a Miniature Cookout in the Fairy Garden June 03, 2020 It is officially "that" time of year again! Memorial Day is upon us. There is no better weekend to fire up the grill, gather with your immediate family, and celebrate the first taste of summertime. With pools closed and parties canceled, this year might look a little bit different. But in the fairy garden, there is always time and space for an old-fashioned Memorial Day cookout! With a few carefully-chosen miniature accessories, the residents of your fairy garden will be ready to celebrate in style. Where should you hold your cookout? It depends on the miniature garden. Perhaps a friendly... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

25. Furry Friends in the Fairy Garden June 03, 2020 This spring season looks and feels a little…different. Yes, the birds are singing and the flowers are blooming. Tree canopies have started to leaf out into their full forms once again. But for most of us, working in the miniature garden has become a strictly-solo activity, and visits with friends and family have been postponed. These are challenging times for gardeners around the world. While we all adjust to this new “normal,” some families have adopted furry friends, often dogs or cats, into their homes. Have you thought about welcoming a miniature pet into your fairy garden? If your fa... (read more) Author: Florence Blum

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