Not only will you have a ready list of companions by the end of this article, but you will also understand the ways in which these plants will help your kale thrive. You’ve made the smart decision to include kale (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) in your vegetable garden. Kudos, that is an excellent choice. And now you’re wondering which plants are the best companions for this cherished cruciferous plant. There are a wide selection of buddies available for your kale, and I recommend that you pick not just one, but several of them....

Banana peels contain 42% potassium and approximately 3% phosphorus, along with nutrients like calcium, iron, and magnesium. This makes them incredibly efficient for plants to grow well. Let’s look at how you can make Banana Peel Tea quickly. Check out some fantastic banana peel uses in the garden here Quick Recipes for Making Banana Peel Tea According to a report by the University of Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia, banana peels help the plant to achieve better growth, height, and increased number of leaves....

You will be surprised to know that apart from sipping wine, there are many Things to Do with Wine Glasses! Have a look at them here! Check out our article on growing succulents in wine glasses here Cute Things to Do with Wine Glasses 1. Succulent Garden Create a mini succulent garden in wine glasses. The steps are simple and aptly explained on Cambria Wines! 2. Color-Dipped Glass Vase This 10-minute color dipped planter craft is perfect if you want to display your air plants or succulents....

Asian greens are leafy vegetables, popularly cooked or used in salads in Asian countries, like China and India. For the fresh, homegrown taste, Growing Asian Greens in your garden is a great idea. Let’s have a look at the best ones! Here are the best microgreens growing hacks Growing Asian Greens Even if you don’t have a regular garden, plant them in window boxes or other wide containers on your balcony, patio, or rooftop....

Flowers Thinking of growing pansies in pots or containers this season? Anyone can throw pansies in a pot, but how do you get them to thrive? In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through her top tips for growing beautiful pansies in pots or containers this season! By Laura Elsner Last updated: September 19, 2022 | 10 min read Pansies are one of my favorite flowers. They have big large faces and come in so many colors and patterns....

by Jennifer Poindexter When planting your garden, what things do you take into consideration? Do you consider which vegetables taste the best? Perhaps, you consider, which vegetables grow the easiest? One thing you might want to consider is which vegetables are the most nutritious. Gardening should be a fun and healthy hobby. Yet, being able to grow some of the best foods for you is a wonderful bonus which could have positive impacts on your life....

There are plenty of good things about having plants in the house. For starters, they clean up the air and smell wonderful. Secondly, they add a much-needed dash of color and accentuate the appeal of your interior. 1. Snake Plant The snake plant is a low-maintenance succulent plant that thrives on neglect pretty well. If you have had little success with indoor gardening , do give the snake plant a try....

Like every vining plant, grapes also need support to ensure they fruit well. If you are planning to grow one in your yard, then check out these excellent Grapevine Trellis Ideas! Have a look at some really cool garden trellises here How to Make a Trellis for Grapevines? A sturdy trellis is quite important while growing grape vines, it not only supports the weight of the bunches but also makes sure to provide sunlight to every part of the plant while improving air circulation, which keeps the vine disease-free....

Here are some Beautiful Ideas with Clematis in the Garden that you can copy to make your yard stand out with colors! Check out our article on growing Clematis here Beautiful Ideas with Clematis in the Garden 1. Around the Mailbox 2. With Hydrangeas 3. Purple Clematis on the Wooden Fence 4. Climbing on the Trellis 5. Blue Clematis on a Designer Garden Trellis 6. Climbing on a Birdhouse 7. Clematis on a Hut-Shaped Trellis 8....

Flowers Trying to figure out which annual flowers to plant this season that will bloom all summer long? This is a struggle for many gardeners! In this article, hobby gardener Jason White explores 31 different flowers that are considered annuals (even if some are technically perennials). Each of these flowers can be planted as annuals, and each of them should bloom all the way until first frost. By Jason White Last updated: April 6, 2022 | 15 min read To fill your garden with color all summer, there are many different annual flowers to pick from that will bloom all summer long, depending on your hardiness zone....

There are literally hundreds of gardening books out there. It’s easy to look at these massive mountains of tomes and wonder which are the best gardening books… or at least, the ones that you should seriously consider picking up at some point. Table of Contents So we sat down and considered this issue, and we’re breaking these down into various categories. Everything from the must-have books for your permanent collection down to the esoteric is somewhere on this list....

by Matt Gibson Looking for pesticides to use in your garden that won’t harm bees? Honeybee populations have been falling at an alarming rate for years now. Researchers believe that the decline is due to many factors, including viruses, loss of the bees’ habitat, and the insects’ own migratory habits. One of the most significant reasons for the decreasing number of bees is the increased use of pesticides by humans....

Things you’ll need Four similar sized window frames with clear transparent glass One window of a bit smaller size but of same width Wooden pallets and handle to open it Drill, two hinges and screws Step 1 Gather all the items listed above. Clean the windows and paint the frames with your favorite color. Pick the windows one by one and drill holes in each frame so that you can screw and join them later to make a green house structure....

Succulents Are you thinking of welcoming a snake plant into your houseplant collection but you aren't sure which type to pick? Snake plants come in many different shapes in sizes. In this article, we look at the many different varieties of snake plant you can welcome into your home! By Jason White Last updated: December 21, 2022 | 20 min read Snake plants (Dracaena trifasciata, formerly called Sansevieria), sometimes referred to as Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, are succulents that work well as houseplants....

One summer, I came out to my back garden to find all my basil seedlings gone. I didn’t know what could have taken them out, and assumed it was insects. Later that week, I discovered the culprit was a cardinal. If only I had used floating row covers to protect my basil seedlings, I’d be stocked up on pesto right now. Table of Contents While floating row covers are great for protecting plants from birds, they’re also a useful barrier between plants and insects, or other mammals that may want to have a little snack from your garden....

Growing hollyhocks can be one of the most stunning and rewarding acts of gardening you can do. There is nothing like hollyhock flowers at the height of their growth. Their bright blooms are perfect as a classic cottage garden staple. They attract hummingbirds and are a great addition to any garden. Table of Contents Most people love hollyhocks for their ability to bring in hosts of pollinators, and their variety in color....

QUESTION: My broccoli plants bolt very quickly once the temperatures start to rise. How do you keep broccoli from bolting? -Kim R. ANSWER: Broccoli is a cool weather crop, so when it gets too hot, broccoli plants are quick to bolt, which practically ruins your harvest. Though broccoli that has flowered is still edible, it’s not quite as tasty and it loses nearly all of its nutritional value once it has flowered....

Plus, it returns year after year as a perennial in some circumstances, without becoming invasive. And it’s pretty hard to beat the intensity of color that these blossoms show off for most of the summer and fall. Tagetes patula There are marigolds, and then there are French marigolds. The mounding, full, and frilly display of these fantastic flowers is a staple in gardens across the country – and no wonder, because it would be hard to find a flower this bold that is easier to grow....

Lilies come in just about any color or color combination imaginable. Among the hundreds, if not thousands, of varieties are some that will grow in the coldest and some that will grow in the hottest climates in the United States. Lilies are fairly easy to grow and well worth the care they require. Planting Lily Bulbs While connoisseurs may grow their lilies from seed, the average gardener plants lilies as bulbs....

As the earliest-flowering stone fruit, the almond tree has the added bonus of also being an ornamental flowering tree, growing 10 to 15 feet high, and replete with fragrant pink or white flowers in early spring. Prunus dulcis From candy, to marzipan (my all-time favorite), to the boom in almond “milk” interest, people are absolutely nutty about almonds, and rightly so. Believe it or not this coveted tree crop has been cultivated from as early as 4,000 BC – and shows no sign of dropping out of fashion any time soon....