Houseplants The philodendron rio and the philodendron brasil come from the same plant genus. While they do share similarities, they also have some differences. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton walks you through what you can expect from these two plants. By Madison Moulton Last updated: March 15, 2022 | 9 min read Philodendron hederaceum is one of the most popular beginner-friendly and low-maintenance houseplants around. And, with cultivars like Rio and Brasil, we can add beauty to their list of benefits....

By Erin Marissa Russell When you’re planning what to grow each season in your garden, there’s an additional choice you may not have considered: whether to grow each plant from seeds or starter plants. Each gardening method has its benefits as well as its drawbacks, and they both perform best in certain situations. Most people choose to use a combination of growing plants from seed and starting with transplants in their gardens....

Why choose tall perennials for the garden? Tall perennials not only add depth and shape to a garden, when included among plants of other heights, they can camouflage things you might want to hide, like a chainlink fence or an air conditioner. They can even add a bit of privacy. When choosing all of the plants for your garden, no matter what the height, try to select a variety based on bloom time, so there is always something flowering from spring through fall....

QUESTION: What is tomato honeycomb? I see references to it here and there and would like to know more. — Jared N. ANSWER: Tomato ‘honeycomb’ is a variety of cherry tomatoes. Here’s everything you need to know about tomato ‘honeycomb’. (You’ll also see these called honeycomb tomatoes.) Facts About Tomato ‘Honeycomb’ Honeycomb tomatoes are the golden orange color of marigolds or pumpkins. The taste of tomato ‘honeycomb’ is rich and sweet, with a touch of honey-flavored aftertaste....

If there’s any herb that has a long and storied history, it’s the white sage plant, also called salvia apiana. Table of Contents Used heavily amongst California tribal people for centuries (and still in use today), this plant has many names given by the tribes who use it. The Tongva or Gabrielino tribe traditionally called it kasiile and found it on hills around the area now known as Los Angeles. A similar pronounciation, qas’ily, was used by the Chumash people who lived along the current Santa Barbara coastline....

Orchids are one of the most popular flowering houseplants in our homes. But have you ever wondered why many orchid roots are green? They certainly don’t look like the roots of most other house plants and in fact, they don’t look much like the roots of most other plants I’ve grown. Why do orchids have green roots? Orchids have green roots because they contain chlorophyll, which allows photosynthesis to take place....

The croton plant (Codiaeum variegatum) is a popular houseplant that is prized for its lush, dazzlingly colored foliage. It has a reputation for being difficult, as it is common to find your croton plant dropping leaves soon after bringing it home from the store. But don’t be discouraged if this happens with your plant, as a croton plant dropping leaves is normal behavior. I’m going to tell you why it happens, how to fix it and how to prevent it....

There are some weird and absurd ways in which you can make sure that your plants get all the required nutrition they need–to be healthy. One of them is using pasta water! Surprised? Here is Why You Should Use Leftover Pasta Water on Your Plants. Here are some great ways in which you can use expired medicines for plants Is Pasta Water Good for Plants? Full of starch, pasta water has traces of calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, and potassium that helps to boost the plant’s growth by providing beneficial nutrients....

Information Does your monstera plant have brown spots on the leaves? There are a number of reasons why this happens, some of which are relatively harmless. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton looks at why brown spots may appear on the leaves of your Monstera, and what you should do next. By Madison Moulton Last updated: January 12, 2023 | 7 min read Monsteras are beloved houseplants, an impressive genus of interesting leaves and amazing patterns....

Shrubs Are you looking for some shade-friendly camellias to add to an area of your garden or yard that doesn't get as much sunlight? While most camellias can tolerate some shade, there are certain varieties that excel in it. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through her favorite varieties of camellia that will thrive in the shade. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: November 17, 2022 | 7 min read Shade is a precious commodity during those humid summer days....

Planting indoor plants are not enough when you are a plant fanatic. Planters play a big part in the overall look of a plant. We have curated a list of DIY Rectangular Indoor Planters You Can Try. Check out Beautiful DIY Succulent Boutonniere Ideas here Rectangular Indoor Planters You Can Try 1. Wooden Garden Planter Wooden boxes will make for a wonderful planter. Just wrap the box properly so the soil does not spill out....

Do you admire the lovely shades of violet? These beautiful Purple Peony Varieties with their subtle sweet fragrance will have your heart! Check out the best purple outdoor plants here Purple Peony Varieties 1. Takara Peony Botanical Name: Paeonia ‘Treasure’ This peony features wide florets of pale yellow with a pink-purple tint that fades to pale white in the center as the flower matures. 2. Tree Peony Botanical Name: Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Kokuryu Nishiki’...

By Chris Honett Looking for a high quality garden sprayer for your home? Garden sprayers are the kind of tool we rarely think about but, we need to have work reliably when we’re ready to get to work. There are many different types of garden sprayers, but for this roundup, we’ve chosen mostly manual models, in the one to two-gallon range, but have also included a few smaller options as well as some battery-operated machines....

Plants come and go, but the love for philodendron among the indoor plant growers remain the same! Considering that nothing goes wrong with it along with its pollutants absorbing nature, makes it unique in the plant world! But with various philodendrons available in the market, choosing the one that’s right for you can be quite a daunting task. Here are the types of philodendron to help you decide one that fits your needs....

The solution is at once complex and simple, but don’t worry. Keep on reading, and by the end you’ll be well-prepared to choose and plant that apple tree, and then harvest its fruit. If you’ve planted an apple tree and wondered why it never produced more than a few beautiful blossoms, you’re in good company. Many of us will head out to the garden centers in springtime, purchase our favorite type of apple tree, and rush home to plant it....

Keeping the trend of bringing you the best balcony pictures uploaded on Instagram from around the world alive, here are the best Balcony Garden Pictures of January 2021! Have a look at the top Balcony Garden Pictures of December 2020 here Best Balcony Garden Pictures of January 2021! 1. Green and Peaceful A post shared by Felfel Pepper Mint (@felfelpeppermint) 2. A Mini Jungle A post shared by chris (@enriqu1)...

We have handpicked the Most Popular Garden DIYs on YouTube in 2020 that garnered tonnes of views thanks to their creativity. Take ideas and use them in your own garden and home! Check out our article on vertical garden DIYs here Most Popular Garden DIYs on YouTube in 2020 1. Recycling Old Plastic Chai into Planter for Garden Watch the video here 2. Wooden Pallet Stand for Garden 3. Hanging Garden from Recycled Old Tires 4....

Add a green element to your restroom by taking inspiration from these beautiful Pictures of Bathroom with Plants! Here are the best plants you can grow in the bathroom Pictures of Bathroom with Plants 1. A Tropical Bathroom with Large Mirror and Plants Find out some stunning bathrooms turned into indoor garden ideas here 2. With a Wooden Wall and Vining Plants 3. An Indoor Bathroom Jungle! 4. A Luxurious Bathroom with Tropical and Climbing Plants 5....

Here are the best Varieties of Pepper that you can cultivate easily in pots! We are sure you must have never heard about these Types of Pepper! Here’s all you need to know about growing peppers Pepper Nutrition The nutrition of each kind of pepper varies, but if we have to note down the nutrition in peppers in general, they are a rich source of Vitamin C. There are several varieties that are rich in Vitamin A....

Despite being the most abundant natural resource on the planet, fresh water is often limited right when you need it the most. One of the biggest advantages of rain barrels is capturing and saving this free resource for later use. But rainwater harvesting is becoming very popular these days for many other reasons as well. Collecting rainwater is one of the easiest steps you can take to make a positive ecological and economical impact....