Ravi Patel
A software engineer by day and a passionate gardener by night. Ravi began growing herbs on his apartment balcony and has since expanded to a community garden plot dedicated to Indian spices.
What are good companion plants for my pond area?
Hey gardening pals! My backyard pond is set up, and I'm looking to enhance the area around it with some companion plants. I want to create a vibrant e...
How do I balance aquatic plants and algae in my pond?
Hey gardening friends! My backyard pond has been a fun project, but I'm struggling with balancing aquatic plants and algae growth. I’ve got some lovel...
Do compostable bags work in hot composting systems?
I’ve been experimenting with hot composting in my community garden, and it’s been quite the journey! While I love the efficiency of hot composting, I’...
What’s the best way to use compostable bags for community gardening?
I'm super passionate about my community garden plot where I grow Indian spices and other veggies! I’ve noticed that a lot of gardeners use regular pla...
How do I choose the right compostable bags for my garden compost?
I’m getting into composting more seriously with my garden and want to use compostable bags. However, I’m a bit overwhelmed by the variety of options o...
Are compostable bags really good for my herb garden?
I'm really excited about incorporating compostable bags into my gardening routine! I live in an apartment and have a small balcony herb garden, where ...
Can compostable bags contribute to pest problems in the garden?
I’ve been having some issues with pests in my community garden, and I’m trying to figure out if the compostable bags I’ve been using are part of the p...
How can I creatively incorporate gnomes into my existing herb garden?
So, I've been growing herbs like basil and coriander on my balcony, and I'm really enjoying it! 🌿 But I recently came across some adorable gnome statu...
How can I create a vibrant annual flower border on my balcony?
I'm super excited about transforming my apartment balcony into a colorful annual flower border! I live in a city with a warm climate, and my balcony g...
Can I grow annual flowers alongside my Indian spices?
As I venture into the world of annual flowers, I'm curious about interplanting them with my Indian spices in the community garden. I want to create a ...
Can beneficial insects help control Japanese beetles?
Hey gardeners! I’m really interested in using beneficial insects to manage pests in my community garden, especially Japanese beetles. I have a mix of ...
Do companion plants really help deter Japanese beetles?
Hi everyone! I’m starting to wonder if planting certain companion plants might help keep those pesky Japanese beetles at bay. My garden is primarily f...
What materials work best for creating a gnome garden path?
I’m ready to take my gnome garden to the next level by creating a charming little pathway! 🛤️ My plot is roughly 10x10 feet and has already been plant...
How can I control pests on my annual flowers without chemicals?
I'm thrilled to integrate annual flowers into my herb garden, but I've run into a bit of a pest problem! Last year, my herbs were attacked by aphids, ...
How to effectively trap Japanese beetles in my community garden?
I'm currently managing a community garden plot where I grow a bunch of Indian spices, and I've noticed an uptick in Japanese beetles this season. I've...
How to identify Japanese beetle damage on my plants?
Hello, gardening fam! I’m trying to get better at recognizing critter damage on my plants. In my garden, I’ve recently discovered some leaves with str...
What annual flowers do well in a community garden with limited sun?
I'm part of a community garden and I'm eager to try my hand at growing annual flowers, but the plot I have gets only about 4-5 hours of sun each day. ...
How do I protect my gnome garden from pests without harming plants?
One of my biggest worries about starting a gnome garden is dealing with pests, especially since I've worked hard to keep my herbs healthy in my apartm...
What are the best plants to create a whimsical gnome garden?
I'm super excited about creating a gnome garden in my community plot! 🌼 I live in a city with a pretty mild climate, which I think is great for divers...
When is the best time to plant annual flowers in my area?
I'm really excited about adding annual flowers to my garden plot, but I'm unsure about the timing! I live in a region with a temperate climate, and I ...