Adding greenery to your living space can liven it up, provide oxygen, and eliminate harmful gases. If you are a beginner gardener, here are the Rules for Decorating with Houseplants you must follow! What are the rules for watering your indoor plants? Click here Types of Plants You Can Use as Houseplants Before we begin to understand the Rules for Decorating with Houseplants, it is vital to know the types of plants you can use as houseplants....

Parasitic plants derive their required energy and nutrition from other plants, hindering their growth. Here is a list of some Unwanted Plants that are Parasites! Are orchids parasites? Find out here Plants that are Parasites 1. Dodder Botanical Name: Cuscuta Dodder is a genus that comprises over 200 species of parasite plants. The plants come in varied colors, like red, yellow, or orange. Why it is Considered a Parasite: The Dodder does not contain chlorophyll and instead absorbs food through Haustoria....

Hawaii is home to exotic and tropical flowers that are an integral part of its culture. You must have seen locals welcoming the visitors with a garland of orchids or plumeria! Discover the best Hawaiian Flowers Names and their growing habits! Check out our article on flowers that grow in Russia here Hawaiian Flowers Names 1. Plumeria Botanical Name: Plumeria rubra USDA Zones: 9-11 Plumeria was discovered in Mexico in the 1800s....

Looking for a way to transform your yard? These Side Yard Desert Landscaping Ideas are exactly what you need to give the outdoor space the perfect makeover and create a beautiful and sustainable desert landscape. Here are Easy Landscaping Tips for Low Maintenance Garden Side Yard Desert Landscaping Ideas 1. Agave and Dracaena Flower Bed One of the best Side Yard Desert Landscaping Ideas involves flower beds lined with large stones full of agave, dracaenas, and succulents....

Shrubs Do you need some shrubs for shady areas of your garden? Perhaps you are creating an entire shade garden but aren't sure which shrubs to plant? The good news is, there are plenty of shade loving options, no matter your hardiness zone or geographic location. In this article, we look at our favorite shade-loving shrubs. By Jason White Last updated: December 30, 2022 | 18 min read Not quite trees and not quite low-growing plants, shrubs provide the perfect in-between size and shape....

Check out our article on taking care of ferns here Most Beautiful Ferns 1. Cotton Candy Boston Fern Botanical Name: Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Cotton Candy’ ‘Cotton Candy’ is an excellent houseplant as it’s not fussy about regular watering and light requirements. It has thin, light-green, fluffy leaves that resemble the kid’s favorite cotton candy! 2. Tricolor Fern Botanical Name: Pteris quadriaurita tricolor Also known as ‘Painted brake,’ this fern exhibits tender red and bronze new growth that takes a mid-green hue with purple stalks and midribs with age....

Thinking of giving a makeover to your home? Check out these 50 Most Liked Plant Pictures on Instagram of 2022 to know the plants getting the most attention from social media and turn your garden into a lovable modern masterpiece by planting these. Here are Fantastic Balcony Gardens of July 2022 From Instagram 50 Most Liked Plant Pictures on Instagram of 2022! 1. A Massive Boncel Sansevieria 2. Sansevieria and ZZ Plants in White Planters 3....

The trick, obviously, is figuring out what the problem is and addressing it as quickly as you can. The good news is that pothos are quick to turn around once you determine what the issue is. You always hear about how easy it is to grow and how it’s nearly impossible to fail to make these plants thrive. So it can feel like you have the blackest of thumbs if your pothos is sad and stunted....

1. Use sugar to clean dirty hands You can always use hand wash (probably it’s the best option too) or other chemical cleaning product to clean hands after gardening, but do you know sugar is one natural solution to get your hands cleaned easily. Read more on Lifehacker! You can also use sugar to wash your face, more of it here. To clean, use 1 tsp of sugar and little water and wash as normal....

Wandering Jew Plant comprises various species in the Tradescantia genus. As the plant is adaptable to both indoor and outdoor conditions, it doesn’t matter if you are planning to have it as ground cover, in hanging baskets, or in containers; it’ll do equally well! Also, do you know you can grow wandering jew in the complete shade, as well as in full sunlight? In full sun, it looks more colorful. Whereas, shade gives its leaves a greenish hue....

ZZ plants make delightful houseplants, with glossy green leaves and interesting upright, curving stems. They are notoriously tolerant of neglect, but this doesn’t make them indestructible. This article is going to cover all of the common ZZ plant problems, as well as how to fix and prevent them. The most common ZZ Plant problems are yellow leaves and root rot caused by overwatering. They are also prone to brown leaves due to excess light, heat, overfertilizing, or low humidity....

by Erin Marissa Russell Wondering how you can differentiate between American versus Asian ginseng? We’ve broken it all down for you here. First, you need to know that Asian ginseng can also be referred to by its other names. You may see references to Korean ginseng or Chinese ginseng. These both fall under the category of Asian ginseng. American Versus Asian Ginseng: Botany All ginseng comes from the same genus. Both American and Asian ginseng come from the genus Panax....

You’ve gotten the lawn mowed wherever the mower would fit. You’ve used your lawn edger to clean up along the sidewalk and driveway. But you still need to get around the garden beds, and then there’s a narrow path where the lawn mower just wouldn’t fit. Now you need the best string trimmer you can find to get in the odd places! Table of Contents A string trimmer can be used in lieu of a lawn mower in awkward spaces....

Cleaning up after dogs or cats is easy with the best vacuum for pet hair. Designed to capture hair, dust, dirt, and dander, these vacuums are a must-have for pet owners. We also recommend the Bissell IconPet series as it easily swivels for ultimate maneuverability and is the real deal in all its claims from the tangle-free brush roll, powerful suction, and easy dust bin removal with as little contact with dirt as possible....

Creating a garden in a limited space like a balcony can be a challenge, it can be hard to think of creative ideas to keep your balcony garden look great while adhering to the strict confines of working within such a small area. However, a balcony garden need not spell disaster for the keen gardener. Instead, you should take advantage of the challenge and opportunity to create a gardening masterpiece out of your garden in a balcony....

Vegetables Growing cucumbers with companion plants can benefit your garden by giving you added planting space, and creating a biodiverse garden. It can help with pest control, and disease as well. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey takes you through her favorite cucumber companion plants for veggetable gardeners. By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 4, 2022 | 8 min read A hot summer day isn’t complete without the hydrating and refreshing crunch of a juicy garden grown cucumber....

QUESTION: Does lettuce need lots of water? I’m wondering how often I should water if I grow it. – Isabella Q ANSWER: Yes, lettuce needs quite a bit of water. As you plant seeds, you must start by watering lightly. This will ensure that the seeds aren’t flooded and are able to form roots. However, you must water more frequently during this stage as the soil should remain consistently moist. Once the seeds have sprouted, you can begin using the deep watering method....

Propagating roses from stem cuttings is easy, but what if you could make it easier. You can do this with the help of one secret thing that lies in your toilet–A TOILET PAPER! Yes, you read that right! Check out some rose growing mistakes you must avoid here How this Toilet Paper Hack for Roses is Useful While growing roses from cuttings, moisture plays a key role in root development. If the level is not right, the cuttings may die....

The black sapote is an evergreen subtropical fruit tree, which is native to Central America and Mexico and cultivated for its tasty fruit. It belongs to the persimmon genus. It’s a stately tree with large foliage and can reach 20 m in height. Keep reading this article to learn how to grow black sapote. USDA Zones: 10, 11 Difficulty: Easy Other names: Diospyros Digyna, Diospyros Nigra, Black Persimmon, Chocolate-Fruit, Chocolate Pudding Fruit, Zapote Negro, Schwarze Sapote, Zapote Prieto, Chocolate Persimmon....

Growing oregano is easier than most people think, and require very little care. In this post, I’ll show you everything you need to know in order to have your biggest and best crop yet! Oregano is a delicious, useful, and a surprisingly low maintenance herb to grow at home. Once you understand how to care for it, even a beginner can get it established, and keep it going for years in their garden....