Propagation is a great way to keep the orchids that you grow thriving for many years into the future. If you know how to properly perform orchid propagation you can use this technique over and over again for every plant that you decide to grow. Propagating orchids will take some… Read More
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Soundproofing your home so that the neighbours don’t bother you – nor you them – isn’t difficult. Good insulation materials with shock-absorbing properties will deaden sound, and ensure that nobody suffers unwanted noise. However, one area of the home that can go overlooked in terms of ensuring privacy is your… Read More
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Cuprous oxide is a semiconductor, just like doped silicon, and was one of the first materials experimented with as a solar cell. But its efficiency was found to be so low, around 1%, that researchers stopped trying, though the occasional set of experiments are still done in research labs and… Read More
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Little video showing steps in building my vertical hydroponics tower. Built this one for strawberries but it also works great for leafy greens, herbs or any smaller root structured plant (don’t try tomatoes in here) Checkout more at http://hydroponicsiscool.com Full blog post with material list http://hydroponicsiscool.com/vertical-hydroponic-garden-how-to-build-your-own/
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I have quite a bit of experience when it comes to growing green beans. I’ve been gardening for more than 30 years. Over the years, I’ve tried growing many different varieties of green beans. Since I like canning beans to store in my cellar, I’ve narrowed my favorites to the… Read More
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Energy efficient, or “low flow” shower heads – use less water while you shower, so they make hot water last longer. This saves energy and money. Reduce the flow of water through your shower and you reduce the use of hot water. You could take a “Navy Shower:” Turn the… Read More
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