That’s why when anything happens to make the flowers look odd, it’s extra disappointing. A deformed poppy might be annoying, but not the end of the world. A distorted rose? Time to freak out. Broadly speaking, roses aren’t one of those types of plants that you can put in the ground and forget about. On the contrary, us gardeners generally spend a lot of time pruning, deadheading, spraying, and otherwise coddling our shrubs....

Indoor Plants Decoration makes the atmosphere lively and can transform your home into a green oasis. If you too want to invite some greenery, discover Great Ideas to Display Houseplants and enjoy the happy vibes! Check out our article on DIY indoor garden decoration ideas here Great Ideas to Display Houseplants 1. Potted Houseplants on Floating Shelves Check out some fantastic plant shelf ideas here 2. Lush Tropical Corner 3. Macrame Hanging Garden 4....

Each year as winter wanes, gardeners are deluged with catalogs full of glossy photos and alluring descriptions of seeds. But now shoppers also like to browse them online. We’ve pulled together our top picks for seed companies and their catalogs and web sites. Here’s why: Some gardeners may prefer to order from catalogs that feature heirloom varieties. And, organic and environmentally conscious gardeners might look for catalogs featuring sustainably grown seed....

In humans, calcium serves as a critical part of building healthy bones and teeth. Calcium in soil plays a critical role in developing garden soil structure. For plants, calcium promotes healthy plant growth throughout the growing season. It is, after all, an important macronutrient in the plant nutrition profile. Table of Contents This article will outline calcium as a plant nutrient and help readers determine how to spot a calcium deficiency....

Information Are you considering adding some succulents to your rocks in your garden? Perhaps you are thinking of planting some succulents using rocks in a bowl as the soil? If you do, are you wondering if your succulent will even grow correctly? In this article, we examine everything you need to know about planting succulents in rock beds, or bowls of rocks! By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 11, 2022 | 5 min read Succulents are popular plants across the world, not only for their geometric beauty but also for their ease of care....

Plants Not quite sure what sun orientation your lavender should have this season? Lavender can be tricky depending on the variety you grow. In this article, gardening expert and former organic lavender farmer Logan Hailey examines if lavender should be grown in full sun, partial sun, or full shade conditions! By Logan Hailey Last updated: August 4, 2022 | 4 min read There is nothing quite like stepping into a spring garden with the sweet aroma of flowering lavender....

Foxtail fern is a lovely plant that doesn’t require any special care. In this post I’ll tell you all you need to know about growing it, so you’ll have the best success. The tough and low-maintenance nature of the foxtail fern makes it a great choice for beginners to grow. But even easy plants like this one have needs. Learning to meet them is the best way to keep yours thriving....

Buy potted strawberry plants of day-neutral varieties. Day-neutral varieties grow year long if right condition and protection from winter is provided. They don’t spread, produce less runners and small fruits that’s why this type of strawberry is better for both hanging basket and upside down planter. Varieties Tristar Evie Albion tribute and alpine for partial sun. Step One You can either buy an upside down/topsy turvy planter or if you are a DIY kind of person, make your own at home....

Many people think of houseplants as a decorations, and don’t pay much attention to where they display them. But it’s important to remember that they are living creatures, and they require certain conditions in order to thrive. You might not know it, but one of the most important factors for successfully growing houseplants is temperature. Indoor plants are very sensitive to extreme temperatures. Placing them in a hot or cold drafty area can kill them pretty quickly....

Calathea crocata, commonly called Eternal Flame Plant belongs in the Marantaceae family and is only one of 300 different species of Calatheas. With proper care, the tropical plant adds a splash of indoor color with its lush foliage and bright orange-yellow blooms resembling a flame, thus its common name. Here’s a quick summary of its care with further details outlined below. How to care for Calathea crocata: Grow Calathea crocata plants in a rich, well-drained soil situated in a humid environment with indoor temperatures ranging between 65°F to 80°F....

Since this shrub grows wild in so many different locations, it probably won’t surprise you that it’s also exceptionally easy to grow in backyard gardens. Actaea spp. Its berries might be toxic, but its beauty is anything but. Baneberry is a plant in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae, that’s worthy of a spot in your woodland garden. The common name for many species of plants in the Actaea genus, this plant is aptly named....

This guide contains all you need to know to grow and care for tulips, as well as an introduction to the many varieties from which to choose. Tulipa spp. Have you ever visited a botanical garden on a warm spring day and marveled at tulips in a rainbow of colors, with shapes ranging from cups to stars, contrasting striations, and ruffled edges? Now’s your chance to bring a taste of that awesome display home....

Growing potatoes in your home garden is easier than you might think! In this post, I’ll show you everything you need to know in order to get the biggest and best yields. Potatoes are among the most common crops planted across the world, so why not try growing them in your own garden? Being able to choose your favorite varieties and reap the delicious rewards is a really fulfilling experience....

I’m going to help you learn how to identify and get rid of these pests. Malacosoma spp. Call me dramatic, but there’s no other pest that strikes fear into my heart like a wriggling, wiggling mass of tent caterpillars. It’s not because of the damage they do to plants, but because their nests look like something straight out of a horror movie. An individual caterpillar is kind of cute, right? Some of them even have markings that look like a happy face....

In our guide to growing lettuce, we cover how to cultivate crispy heads and tender greens in your garden. Almost all garden plants are susceptible to some type of disease, and lettuce is no exception. Some can be mildly inconvenient and easy to prevent, while others can destroy crops and infect soil, leading to chronic crop loss if you don’t have the land available to rotate. If you’re growing your own salad greens for healthy, homegrown salads, it’s a huge disappointment when you discover your plants are showing symptoms of disease....

Houseplants Want to know the difference between Marble Queen Pothos and Golden Pothos? Closely related, only color and variegation intensity set these two plants apart. Houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton breaks down the similarities and differences between these two indoor plants. By Madison Moulton Last updated: June 3, 2022 | 10 min read If there was a hall of fame for houseplants, Pothos would certainly feature. With stunning trailing vines, lush leaves, and variegation patterns in an amazing array of colors and patterns, these plants are irresistible for beginners and houseplant experts alike....

Table of Contents If you have always wanted a palm tree but thought you’d never be rich enough to have a house it could fit in, then have I got a great deal for you: the Chamaedorea elegans, otherwise known as the parlor palm. It rarely grows bigger than four feet in height, and it’s an indoor plant well suited to humidity and light levels in homes. Perhaps you’ve longed for some of that old Victorian elegance in a potted plant to grace your home and make your visitors marvel about your wealth and affluence....

Pickled garlic is quick and simple to make, and this recipe is has all of the tang you’d expect, with a slightly sweet and spicy finish. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to make it. Making pickled garlic is easier than most people realize, and this recipe is sure to be a family favorite. It’s a great way to use the heads you grew in your garden, or you could get it fresh from the grocery store....

by Bethany Hayes Tomatoes are the most popular summer vegetable, and like any other veggie, tomatoes come in different varieties. From black to orange and all colors in between, tomatoes come in more varieties than we think, and if you want to turn your homegrown tomatoes into a delicious sauce, make sure you grow some of the best tomatoes for tomato sauce. Until I grew several cultivars of heirloom tomatoes, I never realized that tomatoes aren’t all the same....

A new kind of companion planting In writing my book, Plant Partners: Science-based Companion Planting Strategies for the Vegetable Garden (Storey Publishing), my goal was to look at companion planting through a science lens. I wanted to sort through current university and agricultural research that looks at the possible benefits of partnering plants and then put it all together into a book to help gardeners make smart planting decisions. In the research community, plant partnering isn’t called companion planting (probably because of the term’s questionable reputation)....