In our comprehensive guide to growing strawberries, we cover all you need to know to plant, care for, and harvest strawberries. Strawberries, Fragaria × ananassa, are low-profile, fruit-bearing perennials suited to cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 10. Sometimes considered a challenging crop, folks in cold regions with freezing winters often grow plants as annuals and discard them at season’s end. However, when you select the hardiest cultivars, and provide a little pre-winter TLC, your favorite berry-makers can yield sweet and tasty treats year after year....

Growing hydroponic strawberries can be an efficient, clean, and fun new way to grow one of your favorite berries from the comfort of your own home. You may hear the term hydroponics and think it’s an overcomplicated gardening technique, but it can actually be super simple! Table of Contents There are tons of reasons you may want to give this style of growing a try, and it’s easier to get started than you think....

In this article, we introduce seven pests common to Christmas cactus and how to manage them. Christmas cactus, Schlumbergera spp., is an umbrella term for species and hybrids of epiphytic tropical flora that grow on trees and rocks, under the canopies of South American rainforests. As houseplants, they are easy to care for, and can be manipulated to bloom each year at a particular time, for many enjoyable holiday seasons....

It’s difficult to know where your seeds come from…unless you buy them from a seed company that’s devoted to organic and heirloom practices. The seed companies below offer non-GMO, heirloom, organic, and open-pollinated seeds. Click on the map below to jump to your state. Table of Contents A few states have no seed companies listed – I couldn’t find any companies for those states! If you like this resource, spread the heirloom and organic love by sharing it!...

Plants for East Facing Balcony East facing balcony receives 6 to 8 hours of sun, often between 8 am. to 1 pm., the benefit of such balcony is that you can save your plants from the harsh afternoon sun. Flowers East facing balconies are better to grow flowers that love tender sunlight. If exposure to the sun is about 6 hours, you can grow geraniums and hollyhocks. Daisies, daffodils, lilies, cosmos, and verbena are a good choice too....

If you want to add some green into your home, or simply liven up the decor, then growing houseplants is perfect for you! It’s fun and addicting, and I absolutely adore my houseplant collection. I get the love of indoor plants from my mom. She’s always had a ton of houseplants (and still does!). So I grew up surrounded by green, and have been growing indoor plants most of my life....

When I got my voodoo lily bulb from a friend several years ago, she gave me a warning. She said one day, you’ll walk into your basement and wonder what died down there. That means it is in bloom. Oooo, it sounded so mysterious… I had no idea what to expect. To be honest, I was a little nervous about the putrid smell, but I couldn’t wait to see the fantastic flower!...

When you’re working in the garden this spring, you’re going to want the highest quality gardening shoes you can find. After all, you’ll be spending long hours out there preparing for spring planting, dividing your perennials, and more. You’ll want comfortable shoes that can be easily cleaned off! Table of Contents Here’s my checklist of some of the best garden shoes on the market right now. While a lot of these are unisex in style, they vary in colors available or sizing....

Companion planting is a clever hack to keep pesky pests at bay while attracting pollinators for better fruit and flower production. Read on to know about the best Flowering Plants You Should Plant in a Vegetable Garden! Have a look at the best flowering ground cover plants here Why Plant Flowers in Your Vegetable Garden? Planting veggies and flowers in the same bed is an age-old technique to boost a healthy harvest by attracting beneficial insects, pollinators, and native bees while keeping the common pests away from your herbs and vegetables....

If you are a fan of bright color combinations, then do not miss our list of the Best Blue and White Flowers! Check out the Best Blue and Yellow Flowers here Best Blue and White Flowers 1. Ocean Pearl Clematis Botanical Name: Clematis ‘Ocean pearl’ The mauve-blue blooms have a white tint on the inner part; they grow profusely in warm regions. The flowers are home to beneficial pollinators. Check out the Best Clematis With Blue Flowers here 2....

Check out our article on really cute tabletop garden diys for 2021 here 1. Mini Indoor Garden on a Metal Stand Create a mini indoor garden in a wooden box on top of a metal stand. 2. Tabletop Moss Garden Using moss, a light-orange butterfly, some black giraffes, a crystal blue flower-shaped lake, and a pale white laughing Buddha you can make a similar one. 3. Mini Succulent Garden Grow different succulents in a long pot and keep it on a table for visual appeal....

Check out some great indoor plant living room ideas from Instagram here 1. Magnificient Potted Fronds You can never get bored of a potted palm indoors. 2. A Lone Tall Plant A tall Norfolk island pine at the corner of a room, giving it depth. 3. Soaking the Light The light coming out from a window makes the plant look more beautiful. 4. Center of Attraction A hanging ceiling light right above the plant will make it stand out!...

Flowers Looking for some colorful perennial flowers that will give your garden a burst of bright color this year? Perennial flowers that have some pop can add quite a bit of show to any garden space. In this article, we take a look at our favorite perennial flowers that will give your garden a nice burst of color! By Jason White Last updated: November 19, 2022 | 15 min read With some beautiful, flowery perennials, you can create a strong and colorful base for your garden....

By Erin Marissa Russell & Matt Gibson Just because the Fall is winding down and the cold season is approaching, doesn’t mean that it’s time to pack away all of your gardening gear and huddle up indoors with a mug of hot chocolate. Though the hot chocolate sounds quite nice, many gardeners pack up their tools too early and skip the winter gardening season. For those of us that enjoy growing edible gardens and eating harvest to table meals made from your own freshly-grown organic produce, there are a significant amount of vegetables that love growing during the cold season....

We have compiled a list of the Best Plants for Hedging that could grow into beautiful hedges without you having to put in too much effort! Check out the best bamboos for hedging here Best Plants for Hedging This plant makes for a great informal hedge with pretty white blooms that also have a sweet scent during spring and summer. 1. Mexican Orange Botanical Name: Choisya ternata USDA Zone: 7-9...

When it comes to houseplants, the peace lily is one of the most popular plants. Due to its low maintenance and appearance–those big white bracts and glossy green leaves. But do you know apart from just being a showy houseplant, there are many peace lily benefits? Find them out in this article. Common Names: Spath, White sails, Spathe flower, Cobra plant Botanical Name: Spathiphyllum Wallisii 1. It Purifies Air Various air pollutants present in your home can cause severe health-related issues....

Preserving herbs from your garden is a great way to use up your harvest, and save yourself some cash. It’s fun and easy, and there are several methods you can try. In this post, I’m going to show you how to preserve fresh herbs using nine of my favorite methods. If you’ve ever tried growing herbs, you know that they are abundant in the summer. It’s wonderful to walk out and snip off the perfect amount for your recipes whenever you need them....

Vines Thinking of adding some morning glories to your garden but want to know if they are annual, biennial, or perennial before you do? It's important to understand what type of plant you are adding to your garden before you start planting. In this article, we take a look at morning glories, and if they will come back each year or need to be re-planted each season. By Jason White Last updated: June 9, 2022 | 5 min read When planning a flower garden, it’s a usually good idea to plant both annual and perennial flowers for the best visual impact....

Can You Take Live Plants on a Plane is a common question among plant owners, especially when planning a trip with their green friends. Let’s explore the topic in detail and clear all your doubts about Bringing Plants on a Plane! Are Plants Allowed on Flights? As stated by TSA [Transport Security Administration] of the US, plants are allowed in carry-on and checked bags, provided they are correctly packed in the baggage and will not trouble any passenger....

People have been using epsom salt for plants for a long time. All over the internet, you see it recommended in glowing terms that really appeal to the emotions. Table of Contents People claim that spritzing their plants with epsom salt dissolved in water will kill pests, make their tomatoes huge, kill off fungal diseases on the leaves of their roses, and that it’s an effective weed killer. Epsom salt is purported to cure blossom end rot, and it’s supposed to “make plants stronger”....