After pruning the vines we find ourselves with too many pruned vine stems. For some people these vine branches are like “trash” and they burn them at the first opportunity. To me, these vine stems are a great tinder for the wood stove. See what process I follow to create bundles and packages. Making bundles […]
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In a pine-rich country like Greece, dry pine needles are abundant. They can be used in the garden. They are very useful if used properly and with care. But they are misunderstood and treated as difficult to manage waste. Under a pine tree, whole layers of dry pine needles are created that fall from the
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This article describes what I learned from experiencing problems with the wood stove and the flue pipes. What I learned about stoves, logs and firewood. At our cottage we have been using a cast iron wood stove for heating for many years. The wood stove heats effectively if set up correctly and is economical. Length
