In this article, you’ll learn the most common way to propagate the fragrant herb – plus a less common but no less thrilling way to grow your own garlic. Garlic is such a phenomenal bulb that there’s an entire California restaurant devoted to it. The original location is in San Francisco and it’s called, The Stinking Rose: A Garlic Restaurant. I’ve walked past its aromatic doors many times but did not have the chance to partake of the “garlic, seasoned with food” as the restaurant’s motto proclaims....

So you’ve researched which plants grow best in your area, shopped for the best quality plants and carefully planted them in your garden. Your work is done, right? Wrong! Every gardener knows that planting is just the beginning of the work. It’s the beginning of a lot of work for the plants, as well. A newly planted tree or plant is usually in a bit of shock. Nursery-grown plants have come from a warm, moist environment with fairly predictable temperatures and conditions....

There’s nothing more annoying for a gardener than seeing pests sucking their plants. Chemical pesticides are the best way to get rid of them but they back up cancerous activity and are detrimental to the environment, that is why using natural pesticides for the garden are the safest and best option as they are inexpensive and Eco-friendly. 1. Neem Oil Neem Oil is among the most powerful natural pesticides and insecticides; it covers more than 200 species of chewing and sucking insects....

Is there anything better than winter squash grown on vines in your backyard? Absolutely not. Acorn, delicata, and kabocha are all lovely, however, they do not compare to the delicate flavor of butternut squash. But how do you know when to harvest butternut squash? Table of Contents There are a few key things that indicate a squash is ready for harvest. You’ll have to pay attention to the season to know the right time to harvest....

For at least a short time each year, we all like having a winter wonderland. But snow and ice tend to cause major problems on our driveways or walkways. The snow can be shoveled out of the way with a good snow shovel, or blown away with an electric snow blower. However, ice is a bit more complicated to remove. So what’s the best way to clear up that slippery ice in the dead of winter?...

I discovered these varieties at the California Spring Trials this past spring, when I visited many of the growers taking part by showcasing their current and 2018 plants with the National Garden Bureau. So without further fanfare, I present to you 10 plants with showy blooms (many or all of which I hope will find their way into my garden). Oh, and be warned. I say “I love” a lot!...

If you’re a fan of this crispy salad green, then you must know about various types of lettuce so that you can select the best lettuce varieties for your garden. As homegrown lettuce taste as good as tomatoes, you should grow it even if you don’t own a garden–in containers. In your apartment balcony, patio, or windowsill, it’s easy. Check out this article to learn more. 1. Crisphead Lettuce As the name suggests, the texture is crisp and leaves a mild taste in the mouth....

Viola × wittrockiana plants are hybrids, and centuries of horticultural experimentation have gifted us gardeners with a vast array of colors to choose from, including many bi- and even tricolor options. Pansies are such a welcome relief, blooming brightly in late fall, and bursting into a riot of color in late winter or early spring. They flower at such an unlikely time, you may be too busy appreciating their cheer in a bleak landscape to notice that different varieties have their own distinct appeal....

If you love plants, then you must know how to display them properly! Here are the best DIY Indoor Plant Shelves Ideas that you can use to show them off in a limited space! Here are the cute and small plants you can grow indoors DIY Indoor Plant Shelves Ideas 1. Modern Plant Shelf This smart and modern-looking plant shelf can be made easily using common wooden boards. Details are here....

Have old, rusty, and unsued coffee mugs in your kitchen? Well, don’t let them go to waste and use them in creative ways with these fun DIY Coffee Mug Ideas for the garden! You’ll be surprised to see how well they can be used in your home and yard! Check out our article on Coffee Mug planter ideas here DIY Coffee Mug Ideas for the Garden 1. Repurpose Broken Mugs Into Planters If there are broken mugs in your house and you don’t want to throw them away because they look cute?...

Plants are known for giving a fresh and alluring look to your garden, but according to a few traditions, they can also bring luck and positivity to your home. Here are some Good Luck Plants that Can Make You Lucky! Check out our article on best birthday flowers according to months here Best Good Luck Plants 1. Pitcher Plant Botanical Name: Nepenthes Also known as monkey cups, pitcher plants are very popular for Lunar New Year as they resemble money bags and are considered lucky....

Also known as “Arrowhead vine” due to the erratic arrowhead-like shape of its leaves, Syngonium is a famous houseplant and these Pink Syngonium Pictures in this post will make you realize why. Don’t miss checking out more pink houseplants here 1. Lush Pink Arrowhead A post shared by Katie 🌞 plantsdoingplantthings (@plantsdoingplantthings) 2. Easy to Grow in Water A post shared by PERTH GARDEN CENTRE (@mixgardencentre) 3. Pink “The Color of Happiness” A post shared by Potscapes (@potscapes)...

Have a look at this exclusive article to treat your eyes to the Best Groundcover Rose Pictures! Get inspired and pick one of these ideas for your yard. Check out some Shade Tolerant Roses here Best Groundcover Rose Pictures 1. Periwinkle Rose Cover A post shared by Laura Hartley Short (@laurasflowerpage) 2. Peachy Driftrose Groundcover 3. Pink Paradise Check out some Beautiful Rose-Like Succulents here 4. Toscana Rose Bed 5. Pink & White!...

Peperomia plants come in a variety of beautiful, smooth, and textured leaves that make them stunningly stand out from other plants. If you are an avid plant lover looking forward to having an easy-going plant for home, pick one from these Best Peperomia Types! Check out our article on the best purple flowers in Texas here! List of Best Peperomia Types 1. Beetle Peperomia Botanical Name: Peperomia quadrangularis Height and Spread: 8-12 inches...

1. Succulent Birdhouse Planter This birdhouse brimming with an assortment of different succulents’ cuttings can be your next idea to get an amazing look at the main door. The DIY tutorial is here! 2. DIY Gold Splatter Succulent Planters Let your creativity run wild with a good splatter paint session on basic succulent planters. Once planted, your succulents will look good like never before. The more of it is here!...

In the best of health, it is a floral diva aswirl in rich, jewel-like tones. But disrupt its ideal growing environment and it melts down, dramatically dropping leaf after leaf until its denuded stems make you want to avert your eyes. Garden croton, Codiaeum variegatum, is a showy foliage species for cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 to 12 or it may be grown as a houseplant in any region....

This guide helps to make sense of all of the different categories, plus we’ll provide details about a few plants that exemplify each group. Here’s what’s ahead: If you’ve ever shopped for a Japanese maple, you have no doubt noticed that they come in an astounding array of leaf colors and shapes, and a range of growth habits and sizes. While that’s wonderful in terms of options, it can be a challenge when you’re trying to talk all things Japanese maple: “You know, the one with the really deeply divided lobes?...

by Matt Gibson Outdoor lighting is a great way to brighten up your garden when the sun goes down. The summer months are perfect for outdoor get togethers, backyard cookouts, and patio parties. This summer, add some color, texture, and warmth to your outdoor excursions by installing some DIY outdoor lighting. Take in a few tips and pointers with these outdoor lighting ideas, and then dive in and light up your area with some techniques that will make your yard or garden a summer hotspot to enjoy after dark....

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....

If you’ve ever tried growing them in your garden, you know that you usually end up with way more fresh herbs than you can use up before winter. If you’re like me, you’ll want to make the most of your bounty so you can continue using them long after the growing season has ended. There are lots of ways to preserve them, and drying herbs them is one of the easiest....