Succulents are one of the most expensive plants and if you want to save your money–Propagating Succulents in Water is one option. It’s an easy, hassle-free way to multiply your favorite ones. Check out succulents you can grow in teacups here Propagating Succulents in Water Water propagation is the process of using water as a growing medium to root succulent cuttings. This method is not a conventional process for propagating succulent cuttings, as you must be aware of the fact that succulents don’t like to sit in water and dislike overwatering as well....

Succession planting is a simple technique that allows gardeners to enjoy the longest possible harvest. As early crops are picked, the empty beds are then re-seeded or planted with fresh seedlings. With the exception of root crops, I prefer to use seedlings over seeds when succession planting. In summer the hot, often dry weather, plus the increase in insect pests, can make direct seeding difficult. As well, the seed of many crops won’t germinate when the temperature reaches a certain point – for example, the germination rate of lettuce nosedives at 27 C (80 F)....

Depending on the variety, they enjoy a range of locations, including some that do well in wet conditions – perfect for those hard-to-grow areas beside a bog or pond! Elegant and stately, irises are beloved for their glorious range of colorful, fragrant flowers and outstanding versatility in the garden. They add charm and grace to beds, borders, and containers, plus numerous landscape settings from cutting gardens to creek banks. This large genus in the Iridaceae family has numerous subgenera, species, sections, and cultivars that give us a fantastic array of plants to choose from....

QUESTION: My peas are wilting and turning yellow. Why are my peas dying? Any ideas? -Kevin F. ANSWER: There are a variety of reasons that your pea plants may begin to show signs of dying, such as foliage turning yellow. If you’re familiar with the most likely afflictions, you can diagnose what the problem is with your pea plants and take steps to correct it. The bad news is that many of the diseases that affect pea plants require infected specimens to be removed and destroyed, so you may not be able to save this year’s harvest, depending on what the problem is....

Don’t let the lack of space in your home stop you from growing herbs. Here are some really helpful DIY Herb Tower Ideas you can use to grow your favorite ones! Have a look at the top tips on growing fragrant herbs here DIY Herb Tower Ideas 1. Tower of Herbs Adorn any dull area with an interesting vertical herb tower like this. Visit The Martha Stewart to know the steps....

Growing a bonsai tree brings all the positive aspects of nature to your home as it symbolizes harmony and peace. Here are some great Indoor Bonsai Pictures for inspiration! Here’s everything you need to know about growing a bonsai quickly! Beautiful Indoor Bonsai Pictures 1. Baby Jade A post shared by AO Hobbies ~ Jade Bonsai (@ao_thehobbyists) Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra Also popular as ‘Elephant Plant’ or ‘Small leaf Jade,’ it is quite easy to grow and a great bonsai for beginners....

Instead of trashing old kitchen items or utensils like; tea cups, saucepan, forks, and teapots make a smart use of these things in your garden. For inspiration check this post on Best DIY Garden Ideas Using Kitchen Item & Utensils. 1. Fairy Garden Fairy gardens are in trend, if you a have a barrel or a big planter and some unused kitchen utensils like ricers, pots, a scoop, pot lids, and a muffin tin you can make this....

Are you into recycling and reusing? Try your hands at these Cool Chair Planter Ideas for Home and Garden for a quirky addition! Look at some Beautiful Succulent Centerpiece Arrangement Ideas here Cool Chair Planter Ideas for Home and Garden 1. Succulent Garden in a Chair Planter Find out the Best Balcony Succulent Garden Ideas here 2. Upcycled Succulent Bed on a Vintage Chair 3. Gorgeous Surfinia Chair Planter 4. Pretty Torenia Pot on a Wooden Chair 5....

The title of this article may sound absurd to you, and if you’re offended–you may declare that we’re posting rubbish content these days. You can even suggest us to change our Editor (We got a new editor recently). But believe it or not, human urine can be of great use in the garden. It’s proven by science, in many recent studies. It contains 95% of water, 2.5% urea, and 2.5% of salts and other minerals....

There are so many cucumber varieties (over 100) that it may feel overwhelming to decide which cukes to plant in your garden. Here we’ll discuss a few favorites with the characteristics that set them apart and make them a great choice for any home garden. Cucumbers are among the most popular plants grown in home gardens, right alongside tomatoes and peppers. After all, is a summer salad complete without a homegrown cucumber?...

Most gardeners are familiar with worm castings. They’re one of the best organic fertilizers and composts out there. You can generate your own castings using your kitchen scraps and a worm composter, also called a vermicomposter. But what is the best worm composter, and how do you choose with the wide variety that are out there? Table of Contents We’ll break down each type of worm composter for your perusal and help you to make the right choice for your needs....

by Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever heard of the flower, amaryllis? If you haven’t, you’re missing out. I love growing flowers. However, I don’t love the flowers which require a ton of effort to keep them looking great. This is why amaryllis and I get along so well. It’s easy to grow, produces gorgeous flowers, and can brighten your day with one glance in its direction. If you’re interested in gaining a few extra tips when raising this plant, you’re in the right place....

Weeds are the arch-enemy of gardeners so we’ll do anything to keep them at bay. Luckily, there’s an easy solution that’s simple, easy to install, and long-term. The best landscape fabric will save you! Table of Contents This material provides a physical barrier between the soil and the sun. It cuts off weeds from the sunlight and literally holds them back if they manage to sprout. With it, your plants can freely grow without all the competition and you can focus on more important things....

Information If you are starting a new vegetable garden, it's only natural to wonder about which pests are harmful, and which are beneficial to your new found veggie patch. Butterflies are a bug, that frequent areas with plants that flower or bloom. But are butterflies good or bad for vegetable gardens? Should you keep them away from your new veggie patch? Organic gardening specialist Logan Hailey answers this question. By Logan Hailey Last updated: August 25, 2022 | 6 min read From beautiful vibrant orange Monarchs to vibrant spotted Swallowtails, butterflies are always a joyful sign of spring blooms in the garden....

Table of Contents No matter how cute and lovable your furry friends are, they can make a mess of your precious garden space. Cats and dogs are both capable of doing not-so-nice things like pulling up your plants, digging up soil, making your green turf turn yellow, and a whole lot of other things. Also, some plants can be dangerous to your pets, even when they’re perfectly safe for you! So it’s important to make a pet-safe garden....

Drying peppers is easy and doesn’t take much time. In this post, I’m going to show you the 5 best ways to do it, with step by step instructions for each. If you’re like me, you always have an overabundance of fresh peppers from your garden every summer, and you may be wondering what to do with them. Drying peppers is a wonderful way to use them up before they go bad....

Some experts see the trending Ficus Audrey as a contender for the Fiddle-Leaf Fig’s long-held position at the top of the charts. That’s good news to many gardeners because Ficus Audrey is less demanding while offering a similar bold “statement” for interior spaces. In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about Ficus Audrey care to keep this popular houseplant thriving. Ficus Audrey needs warm temperatures, bright to medium indirect light, and consistently moist, well-draining soil in a stable environment – the plant sheds leaves easily if stressed....

If you are worried about Gardenia Buds Turning Brown and Falling Off, then don’t worry. We have listed out the major problems with their solutions! Why Gardenia Buds Turn Brown and Fall Off? Gardenia buds tend to fall off the guardian plant for multiple reasons. The most common one is an insufficient and improper watering schedule of the plants. It can also be because of too wet or too dry soil with an adverse impact on the delicate beauties....

Many home growers use trellising or staking to keep their tomatoes strong and healthy. But have you tried tomato cages? Those who do use them find no shortage of reasons to do so. The benefits start with maximizing your harvest and saving your garden space. But there’s much more to it. Tomato cages are a great alternative to both staking and trellising. Namely, they: Give the plants enough room to grow....

QUESTION: How do you help peas grow? Can you make pea plants grow faster? -Ted H. ANSWER: There are several ways that you can help peas grow more efficiently. One tip to successful pea growing is to make sure that your garden soil is draining well, as one of the few issues that plague pea farmers is seed rot. Avoid growing peas in wet areas where pea seeds may rot before they have a chance to germinate....