So, without further ado, let’s talk about agaves, and how to plant, propagate, and care for them in your landscape for decades of enjoyment. Agave spp. Succulents exist in a vast array, their form and color ranging from tiny green bulbous leaves on a string-like stem to rosy-toned stumps that appear to be living rocks. It can be hard to believe that agaves belong to this category as well. At maturity, some may appear to be more closely related to a large variety of cacti rather than something like hens and chicks....

While they still serve lots of boysenberry-infused food items, Knott’s is purely an amusement park these days. Rubus ursinus × R. idaeus When I was seventeen years old, I visited Knott’s Berry Farm with my then-boyfriend (now-husband) and his family on a spring break trip to southern California. He’d grown up enjoying the famous boysenberry pie and chicken dinners at Knott’s – plus the thrilling rides – and couldn’t wait to share all of that with me....

Ready to start troubleshooting? Let’s dig in! Tomatoes are a much-loved summer crop, but everyone from the newbies to the most seasoned green thumbs may discover a problem or two afflicting their plants. So, what’s a gardener to do? Our guide to the most common tomato diseases will help you to identify, treat, and even prevent a variety of fungal, bacterial, and viral ailments, as well as physiological disorders and issues caused by other types of pathogens....

Succulents Thinking of adding a ghost plant to your indoor garden? Ghost plants (aka Graptopetalum paraguayense) are well known succulents that can make any indoor garden pop with visual interest. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Emily Horn outlines how to plant, grow, and care for Ghost Plants. By Emily Horn Last updated: January 12, 2023 | 11 min read Succulents have become increasingly popular over the years, especially as houseplants....

Best of all, growing it has an almost instant payoff since young leaves can be harvested only a few weeks after sowing seeds. Eruca vesicaria What is not to love about arugula? This peppery leafy plant is my all-time favorite salad green, and luckily for me it is a cinch to grow! Referred to by many names including rocket, rucola, roquette, rucoli, and rugula, arugula is an incredibly fast-growing cool season crop that adds a fresh spicy kick to salads and sandwiches....

Ready to learn about growing this plant at home? Here’s what we’ll cover: Brassica rapa var. ruvo If you’re the culinarily adventurous type, you’ll probably want to add a diverse assortment of leafy greens to your garden – and if that’s the case, you don’t want to overlook broccoli rabe! While it may be somewhat uncommon fare in North America, it is a popular ingredient in both Asian and Mediterranean cuisine....

Scoville Heat Units (SHU) are a measurement indicating the amount of capsaicin present in peppers. Capsicum annuum ‘Poblano’ Your vegetable garden should be a living reflection of your eating habits. Plant what you want to cook with and you’ll have the joy of picking it fresh out of your garden. If you live in a warm climate with hot summers and you crave chiles rellenos for breakfast, it’s time to learn how to plant and grow your own poblano peppers....

QUESTION: Is the flowering dogwood a good tree? I’m hoping to plant some kind of tree that blooms in my yard, and the photos of this tree looked nice. – Elena K ANSWER: The flowering dogwood tree is an overall good tree. This plant reaches heights ranging from twenty to thirty-five feet. Plus, it isn’t considered messy and remains hardy in planting zones five through nine. If you live outside of these planting zones, this might not be a good tree for your landscape....

Roly poly, doodle bugs, or pill bugs… whatever you call them, these are popular little garden dwellers. Table of Contents Children play with pill bugs, fascinated by their ability to roll their seven pairs of legs up into a little ball. Frogs and lizards find them to be tasty treats. And we find them in every part of the United States as well as widespread abroad. But are pill bugs in garden settings a problem?...

Admittedly, when I graduated from college with a degree in horticulture, I was a chemical pesticide “junkie.” I used a broad assortment of synthetic pesticides to control pest insects in my own garden, as well as in the gardens of a few dozen clients. When a friend and fellow horticulturist started suffering the ill effects of acute pesticide poisoning, I decided to stop spraying synthetics and go organic. Yes, I still used organic pest control products, like horticultural oil and insecticidal soap, for several years after that, but then I stopped using those products, too....

Follow this easy-to-do technique on how to Sprout a Corncob & Grow Unlimited Corns! This will surely tempt you into growing them in your home garden! Learn how to grow baby corns at home here How to Sprout a Corncob & Grow Unlimited Corns 1. Get Fresh Corns from a Farmer’s Market or a Garden Center The process starts with getting fresh corns. Make sure you are not buying the old and dry ones as they have less to no chances of germination....

If you are new to growing these pretty winter flowers, see our guide to growing hellebores. The hellebore, Helleborus, is a member of the expansive Ranunculaceae family. It’s not one plant, but a family of approximately 20 species, plus various subspecies. And it’s often called the Lenten, Christmas, or Winter rose. Most hellebores grown in the home garden are assorted H. orientalis hybrids that are collectively referred to as Helleborus x hybridus....

Lighting conditions in your home will have a direct effect on the growth and health of your houseplants. Too little or too much light can cause your plants to look sickly, fail to grow and bloom, drop leaves or die altogether. In this guide, we discuss light requirements for indoor plants, how to provide the perfect amount of light, and how to solve lighting problems in houseplants. Light Requirements for Indoor Plants Indoor lighting for houseplants involves:...

You have a small balcony or a terrace and you want to grow a garden there? Well, if you arrange everything neatly and use every inch of your space then you will be able to do this really. One thing you need to remember is balcony gardening is not about putting some pots and grow plants. It is about how aptly you manage space. Using vertical space is part of it....

ZZ plants are hugely popular houseplants, with stunning, glossy leaves, and interesting upright stems. They are renowned for being tolerant of neglect, easy to care for, and they also grow quite quickly and can become large, impressive plants. This article covers all you need to know about ZZ plant growth rate, size, and how to make yours grow to its full potential. Most ZZ plants produce 1-3 new stems every few months during the growing season....

Plants that Help in Hair Growth can help increase the blood flow in the scalp, thereby preventing premature baldness. Here’s a list of the best ones you can easily grow and use! Find the Best Plants for Naturally Coloring Your Hair here Plants that Help in Hair Growth 1. Hibiscus Botanical Name: Hibiscus rosa sinensis Hibiscus has many beauty-related benefits and also promotes hair growth and repairs the damaged ends of the hair....

If you do not want to go through the hassles growing plants and their maintenance, then you can get these best Types of Fake Plant Versions that Almost Look Real! Have a look at the best fake plant projects here Types of Fake Plant Versions that Almost Look Real 1. Fake Monstera Deliciosa The perforated dark green fake foliage looks fantastic indoors! You can keep it in homes, offices, store decoration, and experience a natural feel with any maintenance....

Information Do your peonies look a little more rugged than normal? Peonies are some of the most popular flowers grown each season. However, they aren't without some common issues that can impact their growth. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner looks at the most common problems you'll likely encounter with peonies, and how to fix them! By Laura Elsner Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 11 min read With so many different types of peonies for gardeners to choose from, it’s no wonder they are one of the most popular plants that end up in flowerbeds across the world....

If you spend the most time in the living room, these Best Plants Behind the Couch Ideas are what you need to transform the space and add a touch of nature! Here are Different Types of Indoor Plants Best Plants Behind the Couch Ideas 1. A Trio of Peace Lilies These beautiful peace lilies make this one of the Best Plants Behind the Couch Idea, with excellent green foliage and little maintenance....

Check out these Stunning Hosta Container Ideas to invite some lush tropical vibes into your home and garden! Learn How to Grow Hostas Indoors here Hosta Container Ideas 1. Stunning Variegated Foliage Family In this Arrangement: Actaea Racemosa Caryopteris ‘White Surprise’ Cimicifuga atropurpurea Heuchera ‘Cinnabar Silver’ 2. In a Concrete Tub In this Arrangement: Ferns Hosta Cyclamen Anemonella 3. Large Foliage Hosta in an Urn Planter Hosta Torenia Check out some Stunning Hostas Varieties here 4....