With so many simple and cheap DIY options available, you can easily create one to fit your needs. Looking to start seeds indoors, improve conditions for houseplants, or protect tender perennials during colder months? Constructing an indoor mini greenhouse is an easy and affordable way to create the perfect environment for growing plants inside your house. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Crassula ovata stands as an excellent houseplant for its glossy foliage and air-purifying abilities. If you wish to bring home this lucky charm without the fuss of soil, Learn How to Grow a Jade Plant in Water! Learn how to grow Jade plants from cuttings here Growing a Jade Plant in Water The trick to successfully propagate a Jade plant in water is to change the water once or twice a week, once it turns grubby....

The azalea is a popular, hardy, shade-loving shrub that makes up part of the genus Rhododendron. Its colorful blooms are a beautiful,lush addition to gardens, landscaping and yards. Between early spring and early summer the azalea is an eye-catching mass of color that can adorn your yard for many years to come. Planting Azaleas The best time of year to plant azaleas is in early spring or fall. They prefer well drained soil that is loose and contains a large quantity of organic matter....

by Matt Gibson Like the chrysanthemum and daisy, the China aster (Callistephus chinensis) flower belongs to the Asteraceae family. Most of the members of this family are annuals, and China aster is a tender annual, along with being one of the most widely bred and grown flowers in the world. The most popular cultivars of China aster are the double flowered masimoto, and the disc-like lilliput blue moon, however, the gorgeous flower is available in tons of different colors and styles....

Today we’ll learn about why daylilies are such excellent additions for your garden, and how to handle the handful of difficulties these flashy flowers can be prone to. We’ll take a look at a few cultivars I’ve had first-hand experience with as well. Hemerocallis spp. Daylilies and I go way back. Hardy, drought-tolerant, profuse bloomers: what’s not to like? Add to that their eagerness to spread and multiply, and you’ve got yourself an easy addition to your home and garden....

By Matt Gibson & Erin Marissa Russell Gladiolus flowers are very popular both as cut flowers for indoor bouquets and arrangements, and as garden standouts. and Also known as sword lilies, or just glads for short, gladiolus flowers produce some of the most beautiful, awe inspiring blooms you can find for your summer flower garden. There is a gladiolus well-suited to every garden spot you can think of as well, as they are available in a wide range of colors, heights, and flower styles....

by Matt Gibson Quaker ladies are small, creeping perennial flowers that form compact little tufts or mounds of blooms. These blossoms are shaped somewhat like the hats that were once commonly worn by Quaker women, and that resemblance is where Quaker ladies got their moniker. Most commonly found in pale shades of blue and white, Quaker lady plants are also available with blooms in shades of pink, red, and purple, always with a yellow center....

Growing Spinach in Containers is the best way to enjoy a homegrown harvest in a limited space like a windowsill or a balcony. This nutritious leafy green is not difficult if you know all the tips on How to Grow Spinach in Pots! Get the best tips to grow spinach all year round here How to Grow Spinach in Pots? Growing spinach from seeds is the most straightforward process: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep, directly in containers or a seed tray....

Why do you need to know how to harden off tomato plants? I was just a teenager when I learned the importance of hardening off seedlings like tomato plants. As a new gardener, I was starting seeds indoors for the first time. I planted a few trays of vegetable, flower, and herb seeds and was growing them beside a window in the family dining room. I felt like a proud parent and, one sunny day in early May, I thought I’d do my seedlings a favor and take them outdoors for a few hours of direct sunlight....

Houseplants Are you thinking of adding a Hoya Krimson Queen to your houseplant collection? These popular succulents are a great addition to any indoor garden. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton takes you through all you need to know about the Hoya Krimson Queen and their care. By Madison Moulton Last updated: October 11, 2022 | 12 min read For a versatile plant with a bit of an edge, look no further than the Krimson Queen Hoya....

Houseplants Jessenia Pothos plants are a newer variety of the popular Epipremnum aureum. It has become more popular over the last few years due to its lighter green marbling, and hardy nature. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through how to plant, grow, and care for Jessenia Pothos broken down by each step of the process. By Logan Hailey Last updated: June 3, 2022 | 11 min read Jessenia Pothos is a beautiful marbled variety of the popular tropical houseplant, Epipremnum aureum....

Table of Contents It may seem a bit odd to learn how to raise mealworms at first. Why would you ever want to have a supply of worms? Mealworms are not like the redworms you have in your worm composter. They won’t produce valuable worm castings for use in your garden. But they do have other benefits, and they’re certainly easy enough to cultivate. Today, we’ll look at every aspect of how to grow mealworms, from the life cycle of the worms themselves to how to provide a good habitat for them....

Here’s How to Root Indoor Plant Cuttings Easily and Quickly to multiply them without spending any additional money! Have a look at the best houseplants you can grow from cuttings here How to Root Indoor Plant Cuttings Easily and Quickly 1. Use Rooting Hormone The rooting hormone helps in root formation and protects the plant from fungi and bacteria. It aids in root development at a fast pace and prevents transplant shock....

Avocado is considered as fruit as per botanical terms. It’s domestic to Mexico and grows best in a warm climate on avocado trees. But on the USDA website, it’s listed as a vegetable because of its various uses in cooking. The nutrient-rich fruit is a treasure of vitamins and minerals and has become a favorite of weight watchers. Hitting the diet chart, this fruit is packed with fiber, potassium, heart-friendly unsaturated fats, and a huge number of antioxidants....

QUESTION: Is calla lily an indoor or outdoor plant? I want to add some to my collection but don’t know where to grow them. — Natalie C. ANSWER: Calla lilies can be grown outdoors, or they can be grown in containers indoors as part of a houseplant collection. Calla lilies are winter hardy in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 8 through 10. In other zones, they can be grown outdoors as annuals....

Philodendron Birkin plants are easy to grow, and don’t require any special care. In this post, I’ll tell you all you need to know in order to keep them thriving for years to come. The unique striped foliage of Philodendron Birkin makes it a beautiful addition to any indoor plant collection. It’s easy-to-care for nature also makes it ideal for beginners who want to bring more green into their homes....

Shriveling and yellowing of indoor plants’ leaves can result from several growing conditions gone wrong. It may take you some time to understand the issue and then take actions to fix it. Instead of that, you can read this guide carefully to find out why the Houseplants’ Leaves are Getting Yellow and How to Save Them. Here are Gardening Tips for Beginners Reasons for Houseplant Leaves Getting Yellow and How to Save Them 1....

Re-potting plants can be tough for many newbie gardeners because taking out a rootbound plant from the existing pot is not easy as it damages the roots. To make things simpler, you just have to follow this repotting trick below. Here are the best houseplants that grow from division When to Re-Pot a Plant? Repotting is a crucial part of a plant’s growth. Houseplants should be repotted as soon as they appear too big for the current pot and show some of these symptoms:...

Read on to learn how to keep collard greens growing strong after a frost. While freezing temperatures and a snow-covered ground may signal the main growing season is over, it doesn’t have to mean the end of fresh garden greens. Collard greens in particular thrive in cold weather, which is lucky for me, since there isn’t much I enjoy more than sizzling up a pan of fresh homegrown collards in some garlic butter....

‘Spartan’ has a natural pyramidal growth habit with a round, tapered top that requires no pruning to stay that way. Its strong, upright growth habit has also made it the go-to for tall spiral topiaries. Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’ Sometimes I look at certain plants that have become wildly popular and I just don’t get it. They might be particularly prone to diseases, or maybe they’re typically disease-free but they’re kind of just blah....