Growing any tree from seed is amazing, but an apricot tree started from a pit is really unbelievable! Read More
How would gardening be without weeding and pruning? Practically speaking, it wouldn't exist! Read More
Have you ever tried pickled zucchini? If not, you should, because they are delicious and a real treat. Read More
I believe our Romanian traditional dishes combine all the vegetables, meat, cheese, eggs or fruits in the best way. Let me explain. Read More
The most rewarding work in the garden is most definitely growing vegetables. Read More
I am used to wearing a mask because I am a person with allergies. Read More
Although I already have too many plants in my garden, I still want more. But there is nothing like too many plants, is there? Read More
Everyone knows how hard it is to get rid of the weeds that grow in the garden and choke the beautiful flowers. Most of us pull them out, which isn't easy, because they are so many! Yet, there is another method which is more effective and not only stops the weeds from invading the garden, but it also improves the garden's soil - and that is digging! Read More
I'm always proud of my vegetable garden, especially of my tomatoes. They are tasty and fresh, but did you know how much work stands behind those beautiful tomatoes? You might be amazed to find out that February it's the perfect time to start them from seeds. Read More
If you ever come to Romania for Christmas, you'll be suprised of all the food we serve on our lunch table. Read More
Who wouldn't like those 'Heavenly blue' flowers, blooming like a living curtain, every morning? Read More
Tomatoes are sensitive vegetables and can be easily damaged by rain or heat, or even by worms. Read More
If you are lucky to live into the countryside, you can gather medicinal plants all summer long. Are you ready? Let's Go! Read More
I've always wanted a climbing rose, such as those I've seen in the Dave's Garden pictures. Read More
Once upon a time - when I was a child - there were lots of trees of heaven growing downtown. There was a little princess (meaning me) who played under the trees of heaven without any worries. The old emperor's castle (my grandpa's home) was surrounded by those trees, but he never thought of cutting back any of them. He knew that his small princess would cry if he would do that. Read More
I'd like to enjoy all the plants in my garden, although I know this isn't possible. Read More
Sometimes I have a revelation of how to solve a problem I've had for years. It usually happens by chance, not by thinking, as I'm not so good at that. This is how I made the white flies disappear from my conservatory, purely by chance. Read More
I've worked a lot to make my small grapevine grow and fruit more and more grapes. And now, to let the starlings eat it? No way! Read More
A huge hydrangea bush is any gardener's dream, as is mine. Read More
Wasp stings are something you shouldn't ignore. Read More