When growing ornamental plants, gardeners often take the natural route by growing plants from cuttings or seeds. This method requires a lot of time and effort since gardeners need to provide their plants with their basic requirements and monitor them regularly to prevent pests and diseases. But...
BY PATRICIA BIANCA S. TACULAO Flowers have always provided joy and vibrancy to people everywhere. When placed in a room, it brightens up the area, and when given as gifts, it holds different meanings that get the message across. But flowers aren’t just meant to be as gifts. These can also...
Growing food in urban areas has become popular due to the threat of food insecurity. Because of this, coupled with rising market prices, many people found it practical and fulfilling to grow their food in the comfort of their homes. Two urban gardening approaches widely used by urban...
During the warm season, a flower species that gardeners should consider growing are petunias ( Petunia spp. ). Their colorful blooms come in different colors and can bring a burst of vibrance to any garden, especially one that’s located in a bright, sunny area. Petunias are distinct for...
Located in Lucban, Quezon, Bukid Amara is a farm tourism destination known for the colorful flowers and wide variety of vegetables that grow on its premises. It was established by Michael Caballes, a former corporate employee. After working for 20 years, Caballes retired early and decided to...
When we talk about eggplants (or talong in Tagalog), many Filipinos visualize the long, purple vegetable used to make tortang talong, ensalada, pinakbet, and other favorite local recipes. But eggplants take different forms and varieties besides the prolific one in the Philippines and neighboring...
Commonly, chickens are the widely raised and consumed poultry animals in the Philippines since many consumers prefer eating its versatile meat and eggs. But another bird should be given more attention for its potential to become a source of livelihood and sustenance. Native ducks, or itik,...
During the previous year, the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been felt by people globally. In the Philippines, the community quarantine in the world has been imposed. Although the quarantine has been placed for the benefit of the people, it has also provided new challenges that...
Apart from the global pandemic, other pressing issues that continue to concern people from all over the world are climate change and food security. While experts are looking for ways to solve these problems, some possible solutions can come from farming. Ramon Peñalosa, the proprietor of...
Calamansi, or lemonsito, ( Citrofortunella microcarpa ) is a popular citrus fruit in the Philippines. It is widely consumed because of its vitamin C content which helps boost the immune system against illnesses. It is also delicious, which is why it appears as the main ingredient in condiments,...
Over the recent years, cacti and succulents have become popular among gardeners. This is because succulent plants are drought tolerant and need little to no maintenance, making them suitable for beginner plantitos and plantitas. So it’s no surprise that more people are looking forward to...
When we think of a healthy dish that combines different kinds of vegetables, one recipe that comes to mind is chop suey. This stir-fried vegetable dish is a favorite among Filipinos because its ingredients can easily be replaced to fit the preference of the consumers or add a personal touch to this...
