Now, I plan to plant celery in my next summer garden here in Alaska. Garden celery tastes much better than the store-bought stuff, and it’s time to properly introduce my three-year-old son to one of my favorite childhood snacks. Apium graveolens I’ll admit it: as a kid, walking past the soldierly rows of celery in my mom’s garden made me shudder. Celery was the stringy offender in the otherwise pleasant garden vegetable soup she offered up on summer nights....

How do you plant cosmos in a container? It’s easy, and there are several advantages to growing them in pots that we’ll cover in detail in this guide. Are you a wildflower fan without a meadow of your own to seed? Create your own mini potted display by planting cosmos in containers instead. Their wispy, fernlike clouds of foliage and showy blossoms that seem to float ethereally above them will surely satiate the desire for summer blooms buzzing with bees and butterflies....

And they make gorgeous cut flowers as well, with many folks growing them for the sole purpose of cutting. The bright, showy booms have fantastic forms and fascinating geometry, adding long-lasting allure to floral arrangements. Dahlia spp. When the late season garden starts to fade from summer’s heat, dahlias are one of the best choices to add delightful months-long displays of brilliantly colored blooms. The timing of these flowers is perfect!...

By Bethany Hayes Never heard of jiaogulan? Sometimes referred to as the immortality herb, it’s often used to create tea, and you can learn how to grow jiaogulan at home if you love drinking the tea. Jiaogulan has a long history as an herbal plant used to promote a disease-free, long, healthy life. It originates in Asia, known as sweet tea vine. The nice thing about this herb is that it looks like a beautiful ornamental plant in your garden, but it’s useful....

This post is dedicated to cycus revoluta, which is also called as ‘sago palm’. For more information, see this article. Common name: Sotetsu, sago palm, king sago, sago cycad, Japanese sago palm Family: Cycadaceae USDA Zones: 8 – 11 Propagation Method: Seeds, pups Difficulty: Easy Soil Type: Slightly acidic to neutral Description Native to Japan, cycas revoluta is not a true palm tree (Arecaceae) this slow and low growing ornamental plant is actually a cycad....

When you think of soybeans, what comes to mind? Large agricultural fields full of bushy plants, or maybe you think of soy milk or tofu. Either way, if you haven’t considered growing your own soybeans, then exploring how to grow soybeans may inspire you to plant your own soybean crop. Table of Contents Some claim soybeans are the oldest food crop in the world, which isn’t surprising, considering soybeans are more than a food source....

By Jennifer Poindexter With a name like “toothache plant,” I bet you can guess what this plant is good for? This herb is used as a traditional home remedy and thought to act as a pain reliever for minor aches and pains such as a toothache. The power is found in the flowers. When chewing on the flowers for a prolonged amount of time, it can make the inside of your mouth go numb to help temporarily relieve pain from mouth sores or tooth issues....

One of the best flowers for window boxes and borders, Geraniums offer a splash of colors that go well with every place you grow them! If you too want to include them in your collection, then here’s all the information you need on How to Propagate Geraniums! Learn growing geraniums indoors year-round here. Geraniums Lively geraniums blooms are the favorite of gardeners because of the fact that they are easy to grow as long as you provide them plenty of bright light....

Mango is a tropical fruit, belonging to the genus Mangifera. It is native to the Southern part of Asia, especially eastern India, Burma, and the Andaman Islands. The fruit comes in a variety of shapes, sizes, textures, and tastes. Its little tart, fragrant, sweet, and pulpy flavor makes it famous all over the world. So, what mango is? Is Mango a Citrus Fruit or Stone Fruit? Let’s find out! Check out our article on growing Mango tree here Difference Between Citrus Fruit and Stone Fruit?...

Lawn care in winter is required for a lush green lawn in the spring. Learn how to care for it in this informative article. Lawn preparation for winter is one of the most important gardening tasks that must be done in time and correctly. Adequate fertilization, mowing and removing weeds and debris provide the healthy lawn appearance, but there are a few other things you should do, which are given below....

When life gives you lemons, plant a tree to grow more! With proper Meyer lemon tree care, lemons are a succulent delicacy that you can grow in your own home, no matter where you live. Meyer lemons are less acidic than the traditional grocery-store ones. This gives them a sweeter flavor that chefs and lemonade drinkers go crazy for. The tree itself is lively and colorful with its plentiful yellow-orange fruit and vibrant, evergreen foliage....

Moon flower can be a stunning addition to any flower garden. This vining plant is a fast grower that will readily attach itself to any type of support structure and create a vertical wall of flowers in your garden. They produce beautiful white flowers that are rounded and can be the size of a salad plate (about 6 inches in diameter). Although the white variety is probably the most popular they do come in other colors such as pink, purple and blue....

Carving squashes have been grown and hybridized to have that classic, large Halloween look, while pie pumpkins aren’t there for looks (though they’re often adorable.) The biggest pumpkins make for the best pie, right? Well… maybe not. Most cultivars are edible, and you can make pie out of your giant ‘Jack-O-Lantern’ or ‘Howden’ Halloween gourds, but the flesh tends to be watery, stringy, and not-so-sweet. So what are the best pumpkins for pies, purees, and other sweet treats?...

Creating a sensory garden is a rewarding experience no matter the reason. Upgrading a garden to include sensory elements is just as good. And doing so benefits everyone who enters the space. Table of Contents Whether you work in a garden that’s public-facing, or one that is in your backyard, incorporating sensory elements is easy. Considering all five senses, and working with them has the benefit of getting you closer to the plants and elements in the garden as well....

You’ve noticed a disturbing trend. The lower leaves on your tomato plants have developed spotting. Some are turning yellow and are falling off. And it looks like it’s spreading. If this sounds familiar, you may have just discovered septoria leaf spot. Table of Contents But while this is likely the most common tomato disease known to home gardeners, it’s fixable. It’s also not limited to tomatoes — it may pop up in many places you wouldn’t expect!...

I used to just ignore that particular information too – after all, the words “determinate” and “indeterminate” just don’t awaken the senses the way vivid flavor descriptions or unique color patterns do. When the warm days announce that it’s tomato growing season and you’re ready to choose which varieties to include in your garden, there are many characteristics to consider. What will they taste like? How big will they get? What do they look like?...

To ensure that your garden sparkles right until autumn, choose some of the annuals from the following list. There’s a hard-working plant for every environment, from dry or wet conditions to full sun and even deep shade. While perennials add longevity to our gardens, annuals are great for adding a single-season punch of vivid color, interesting form, or a splash of fragrance wherever they’re needed. They’re terrific in beds and borders, and a mainstay in containers, hanging baskets, and window boxes....

One of the most important parts of designing universal garden styles is path making. While the paths you create have an aesthetic appeal, they should also have proper form and function. Accessibility to pathways and all the parts of the garden they connect is pertinent too. We’ve dedicated this piece to wheelchair-accessible garden paths. Table of Contents Having an outdoor space that is inviting to every visitor is important! In this piece, we’ll cover what an accessible path is, and what material works best for a wheelchair-friendly garden....

Information Whether you are a Are you making one of these 13 common but easily avoidable houseplant mistakes? Whether you are an first time plant owner, or own several, there are some common mistakes indoor gardeners make. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton breaks down some of the most common houseplant mistakes, why people make it, and how you can avoid falling victim to them. By Madison Moulton Last updated: May 26, 2022 | 11 min read In recent years, millions of people have joined the club of ‘houseplant parents’, buying at least one indoor plant to keep them company or decorate their homes....

1. Rusty File Cabinet Learn how an old painted file cabinet was transformed into a rusted planter from the steps given at Hometalk. 2. Rusted Can Planters Scratch the surface of the tin cans to remove the paint coat. In the second step, spray with hydrogen peroxide and sprinkle salt over them. Visit Mixed Kreations to learn more. 3. Rusty Wagon Planter Visit First Thyme Mom to find how this old rusty wagon became an unusual wagon planter....