Those who know the herb lemongrass probably know about the huge range of products it can be used to make like citronella to keep the mosquitos away, cosmetics, creams, food flavouring etc.
However, not many people realise how easy lemongrass is to grow and how it can be used in the garden not only as a feature plant but also as a weed suppressant and mulch for other plants. This video explores the later.
Ever wondered if all fertilisers are the same? Or, if one fertiliser was better than others? How about using no fertiliser at all and just
Article updated April 2015 Some people struggle with the thought of owning a rooster and wonder if they should keep one with their flock. Others,
Some of us have our own allotment (our backyard) where we can grow much of the produce we require and others rent an allotment of
The melt-in-your-mouth texture of a sorbet is all the more delicious when you’ve made it from fresh home-grown fruit. Pretty enough for a dinner party
This vegan apple & carrot cream is extremely versatile! You can use it on its own as a dessert (pudding), as breakfast, as a sauce,
So you’d like to grow some of your own food but you can’t be bothered digging the garden bed several times a year and managing
Self Sufficient Me is a blog about self-sustainment by growing our own produce (plant/animal), and self-fulfilment by looking after our health (physical/mental) through exercise and slowing life down a little.
