Beware of late frosts and keep vulnerable plants and new shoots protected at night if frost is forecast. Don’t be tempted to put out tender bedding until much later on in the month, and even then be prepared to cover it if necessary. Deadhead daffodils and narcissi; give them a liquid feed or a sprinkling of bonemeal and then let them die down. Don’t cut off the leaves as they are necessary to replenish the bulb for next year. Keep deadheading spring bedding to keep it looking neat, and to…
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25. Riot Tourism Ok, here’s the disclaimer: Beastsheds does not support riots, molotov cocktails, burning effigies, or anything of the sort. With that said, however, this rapidly growing pastime was just too crazy to keep off the list. People actually scour the world looking for riots to join. What you do with this information is up to you. 24. Yak Skiing If you ever make it out to Manali, India you absolutely have to check this extreme sport off of your bucketlist. Participants start out on skis at the bottom…
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Let’s be honest, the difference between having a green thumb and a black thumb in this day and age isn’t ability, it’s information! These easy to follow tutorials on simple and beautiful DIY household plants and make your living space livable and will let your friends know how useful a homemaker you really are.1. Make Your Own Terrarium What You’ll Need: Small round glass vases, marbles or tumbled glass, selection of small succulents, wood lollypop sticks, alphabet stamps, stamp pad. 2. Metal Hanging Flower Pots What You’ll Need: Seeds, Soil,…
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Published on March 25, 2015 by The Beast+
When even action sports get boring, there’s only one thing left to do: Do them while Mother Nature refuses to cooperate. Earthquake Skateboarders Recently popularized after the 6.0 earthquake in Napa, CA this past August, skateboarders have actually been shredding wrecked post-earthquake pavement around the world for decades. Blizzard Surfers For the extreme cold-water surfing enthusiast, nor’easters and blizzards can mean only one thing: the best surf of the season. Kayaking During Volcanic Activity Honestly, your guess is as good as mine when it comes to why someone might risk…
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Published on March 24, 2015 by The Beast+
Red & White Grapes Some grape varieties do really well indoors, especially dessert grapes. Celery Grow celery from a leftover bottom. You’ll need to replant this in soil. Bok Choy You grow this one the same way you grow celery! Scallions These grow from their own roots! Make sure you water every day and they should grow within a week. Lemon Grass Using old lemongrass roots, you can grow some in about three weeks. Basil You can grow basil from basil cuttings. Eggplant Eggplants do well growing in containers, they…
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Published on March 20, 2015 by The Beast+
Fly a fighter jet One company called MiGFlug allows everyday people to fly a fighter jet…no pilot experience necessary! If you’re in the mood to hit the sky and see what you’ve got, this might just be the trip for you. (Top Gun references come free of charge.) Swim with deadly crocodiles Ever wish for the opportunity to get up close and personal with a crocodile? Now you can, in Australia. Most sane people would say no, but if that’s something you’re into, one company in Darwin City can make…
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These micro houses prove that there is a certain beauty in finding a low-impact solution for you and your family. Bigger isn’t always better. Fans of the tiny home movement swear by it: when we simplify our lives and live “smaller” big savings – and improvements to the overall quality of your life – are possible.Small Traveling Microhouse This microhouse cost Rachel Ross less than $8000 to build from recycled material. The quaint home looks like something from a fairytale and Rachel now uses…
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10. Fifa World Cup £3 million There was controversy in England in 2000 when FA Cup holders Manchester United withdrew from the tournament to compete in the inaugural – and much derided – Club World Cup. The competition has evolved since then and is now seen as a respected title. Bayern Munich are the current champions having defeated Morocco’s Raja Casablanca in December. 9. Dubai World Cup £6 million The world’s richest horse race takes place, unsurprisingly, in Dubai. Held annually on the last Saturday in March and contested at…
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If your yields are disappointing, your garden space isn’t as productive as you’d like, or if you only have a small space to devote to gardening, building a raised bed may be the answer to all of your problems. Raised beds allow you to garden with more efficiency, less space, and harder soils. Method 1 of 4 1. Use an old wooden boat Using a wooden boat can be a great way to make your garden look unique but it can also help…
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