by Jennifer Poindexter Beets are a wonderful cool weather crop that many people grow because you get multiple products from one plant. For instance, you can begin harvesting beet greens in approximately four to six weeks after planting. Then the root vegetable itself is ready in about eight weeks. If you’d like to grow a fast-growing and multi-faceted crop, don’t miss out on beets. However, be sure to try your hand at companion planting while you’re at it....

Flowers make for a beautiful addition to every occasion, and here we are sharing some of the most beautiful Flowers that Start with ‘J’ for you to choose from! Find out some stunning flowers that start with ‘C’ here Flowers that Start with ‘J’ 1. Japanese Anemone USDA Zone: 4-8 Botanical Name: Anemone hupehensis Also called Anemone hupehensis, Japanese Anemone is a woody, fibrous-rooted flowering herbaceous perennial that blooms from late summer to autumn....

Flowers Thinking of adding a few purple orchids to your flower garden but aren't sure which type to add? There are many different shades of purple orchids, so picking the perfect flower can be a bit difficult! In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the some of the top purple orchid varieties you can grow! By Melissa Strauss Last updated: October 21, 2022 | 10 min read Orchids can be quite finicky in their needs, particularly if grown outside of their native climates....

If you want to utilize the empty space of a table with style, then have a look at these DIY Vintage Terrarium Ideas! Check out some stunning Terrarium ideas here DIY Vintage Terrarium Ideas 1. Vintage Mason Jar Terrarium Fill up a vintage mason jar with floral foam and Spanish moss. Finish it off by sticking faux succulents in place; you can also use real plants. Follow the tutorial at DIY Candy....

A Bohemian themed planter adds a sense of distinctive style to space with vibrancy and color that’s different yet attractive! These DIY Boho Planter ideas have a laid back appeal to them and offer a comforting look! Here are some really amazing tiny planters you can make Cool DIY Boho Planter Ideas 1. Simple Boho Planter Hang up your planters in an unconventional way using wooden beads, string, and brass rings....

Here are the Best Bedroom Decorating Ideas to Steal from Instagram for making your personal room stand out with style and substance! Get inspired with jungle decor ideas from Instagram here Best Bedroom Decorating Ideas to Steal from Instagram 1. Hanging Basket and Artifacts on the Wall 2. Botanic Pattern Wallpaper with Plants 3. Minimalistic Modern Bedroom with a Touch of Green Have a look at the best bedroom plants here 4....

Easy to make and stunning to look at, Macramé plant hangers can make your space more interesting. So, if you are wondering which of your green friends will look best in them, then check out our exclusive list of the Plants to Grow in Macramé Plant Hangers! Here are the most eye-catching Macramé Plant ideas for you! Best Plants to Grow in Macramé Plant Hangers 1. Round Leaf Peperomia Botanical Name: Peperomia rotundifolia...

Bedroom office ideas are amazing ways for privacy and convenience while working from the comfort of your home. These Best Bedroom Office Ideas from Instagram will save your space with affordable ideas so you can have an amazing bedroom office where you can work peacefully. Here are Amazing Positive Energy Plants for Home & Office Best Bedroom Office Ideas from Instagram 1. Macrame Hanging Pots Check out one of the Best Bedroom Office Ideas from Instagram with a wooden study table and a vibrant yellow chair in a room full of amazing macrame hanging pots so you’ll never get tired working....

Vines Looking for the perfect vine to climb a trellis or pergola in your garden? Not all vines are great climbers, so finding the right vine matters when picking a climbing vine. Climbers come in all shapes and colors, so there's plenty to pick from. In this article, we look at our favorite vines that will climb trellises, pergolas, or walls in your garden. By Jason White Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 18 min read Few things add to the beauty of a yard or garden more than a climbing vine that puts on colorful flowers....

Trees If you live in Tennessee, you have some growing conditions that are a bit more favorable than many northern states. This means when it comes to planting trees, you have plenty of options from fruit trees, to ornamentals. In this article, we look at our favorite trees for Tennessee homes and garden spaces! By Jason White Last updated: March 12, 2022 | 16 min read Trees in Tennessee are unique compared to foliage other states have to offer....

Plants Are you looking for some flowering groundcover plants but aren't quite sure what to choose? There are many different options available, depending on where you are planting them. In this article, we look at our favorite groundcover plants that have beautiful blooms! By Jason White Last updated: December 17, 2022 | 25 min read Flowering ground cover plants are an excellent way to add color and interest to your garden in areas you might otherwise decide to ignore....

With a name that translates from its native Spanish as “chimney”, these little fireplaces are popular decorative firepits. But not every chiminea can be the best chiminea for everyone, so today I’m going to demystify this traditional style of firepit! Table of Contents Its origins reach back hundreds of years, although it’s hard to pin down precisely when they first appeared. Some believe they were in common use starting about 400 years back, where others say perhaps 600-1000 years....

By Bethany Hayes Homeowners typically lay mulch around their house landscaping, but you might not think about laying organic mulch in your vegetable garden. Organic mulch is a bit different than the thick wood chips you can find bagged at the garden center, and it offers many benefits, which is why you should use it in your garden. Whether you want to reduce how often you need to weed your garden beds or want to add nutrients, let’s take a look at why you should use organic mulch and the best options for your veggie garden....

We all want our plants to be healthy – but overfeeding does more harm than good. It’s important to know the common signs of overfeeding plants so you can fix the issue and avoid a worsening problem. Signs Of Overfeeding Plants White fertilizer salt residue on the topsoil.Burned, brown leaf tips and edges.Yellow, curled, or wilting foliage.Deformed leaves.Loss of leaves, flowers, or fruit.Brown or black, rotting roots, or other signs of root damage....

How to include alliums in your landscape Like other members of the onion family, which includes chives, shallots, garlic, leeks, and others, alliums are ornamental onions that have a distinctive smell, which is why the critters and insect pests tend to leave them alone. Most of the allium varieties listed below are fully winter hardy even in cold growing zones where temperatures go down to -30 degrees F, making them a great fit for most gardens....

Plant and animal diseases are a huge threat to the livelihoods of agrarian societies. The word “blight” does not refer to one specific plant disease, but rather a general term that describes conditions that severely hinder the healthy growth of plants. Blight on plants has had a significant impact on human populations, movements, and diets throughout history. Table of Contents Some most notable blights include the potato blight that caused the Irish Potato Famine of 1846-50, the bacterial leaf blight in rice that swept through Asia in the 1960s that caused the lost of up to 80% of crops, and the southern leaf corn blight epidemics of 1970-1971 which total 1 billion dollars in economic damages....

Table of Contents Do you love tropical, humidity-loving plants with vibrant and stunning flowers? Perhaps you’re into odd spiky “air-plants” that seem to grow with no care at all? Do you enjoy the island flavor of roasted pineapple? Or do you prefer your trees all draped in thick, swaying coats of moss? How about drought-tolerant, heat-loving plants that act a bit like succulents? If you answered “yes” to any of these, then you like some form of bromeliad....

The arching foliage of Aspidistra elatior with its deep green hue makes for a perfect houseplant. It also survives neglect and grows well in the shade. Let’s have a look at some great tips on Cast Iron Plant Care! Check out some stunning cast iron pictures here Propagating Cast Iron Plant Cast-iron plants can be propagated through divisions. You can start a new plant by taking a rhizome piece that contains at least two leaves....

There are many herbs that you can use to add flavor to your salads and stews! Keeping that in mind, we have combined an exclusive List of Cooking Herbs that are going to come in handy while you prepare your favorite recipe! 1. Parsley USDA Zone: 4-9 Botanical Name: Petroselinum crispum Common Names: Peterselie, Prezzemolo, Peterselie, Persilja Growing Requirements: Full sun to partial shade, evenly moist, mildly acidic soil, feeding with slow-release fertilizer before and during planting, seeds started indoors...

No ground for growing? You can still pick fresh cucumbers for your cold salad. Cucumber vines may get tangled and unruly in containers, but other than that cukes are well suited to container growing. Cucumber, or Cucumis sativus, is a popular plant from the Cucurbitaceae family. Other notable members of this family include squash and bitter melon. Cucumber is a creeping vine that roots in the ground and climbs up trellises using tendrils....