By ‌Matt‌ ‌Gibson‌ & Erin Russell. A house that is decorated with plants is full of vibrant life and the atmosphere that you create by decorating your house with plants is peaceful and inviting. Indoor plants can turn a house into a home, and can turn a drab and lifeless room into a cozy, charming one, all with the simple addition of a few houseplants. Starting Your Own Collection of Houseplants Some people avoid bringing plants into their home because of limited space....

If you’re looking for some out-of-the-box DIY planter ideas to grow your houseplants, these Indoor Planter Ideas from Kitchen Items will inspire you to do some cool experiments. Check out our article on tips to start a kitchen garden here Planter Ideas from Kitchen Items 1.Hanging K-Cup Planters If you could find empty Keurig K-Cups, making these planters is easy. Hang them using dental floss using window suction hooks in your home....

Gardeners are most worried about the flowers that bloom repeatedly throughout the blooming season, and they have to pay the price for it–vigilant deadheading. Though deadheading may not be that difficult, it is surely time-taking. If you want to save yourself from the hassle, grow these Flowers that Don’t Need Deadheading! Here are the most fragrant flowers you can grow Flowers that Don’t Need Deadheading The flowering plants we have listed here are the ones that only bloom once in the season, and there is no deadheading required....

There are a lot of beautiful plants that you can grow indoors even if you don’t have much space. Have a look at the adorable Pictures of the Best Small Houseplants! Check out our article on romantic and cute indoor plants here Pictures of the Best Small Houseplants 1. Air Plants Botanical Name: Tillandsia 2. Anthurium Botanical Name: Anthurium andraeanum 3. Asparagus Fern Botanical Name: Asparagus aethiopicus 4. String of Pearls Botanical Name: Senecio rowleyanus...

1. Store Onions Store onions and garlic in the stocking or pantyhose. Choose a cool, dry place to hang. You can also store the other garden bulbs that way. The air circulation and flexibility of the fabric makes it a nice storage option. Visit the Brooklyn Farm Girl to understand this hack! 2. Protect Fruits Protect your garden fruits and vegetables from maggots, codling moths, and other insects by wrapping them in the stockings or nylon socks, when they’re immature in size....

Make the most of your living space by growing these remarkable Polka Dot Print Houseplants! They are easy to grow and look great with the rest of indoor plants, thanks to their unique and fascinating foliage. Have a look at some stunning patterned houseplants here Polka Dot Print Houseplants 1. Caladium Botanical Name: Caladium bicolor ‘Polka Dot’ This is a showy house plant with spotted leaves featuring large arrow-shaped white-green leaves, well-motted with pink and red spots....

We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. In 1959, the first edition of The Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening was published. It advocated the cost-effective, healthy practice of growing home food crops without chemicals – a radical idea! Rodale’s Ultimate Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening: The Indispensable Green Resource for Every Gardener Let’s jump right in!...

Container gardening is a favorite of many gardeners as they can grow plants in tight spaces. This allows you to grow your favorite edible or ornamental plants even if you live in an urban apartment! Here are some benefits of container gardening that is going to encourage you to try this further! Check out our article on the best shrubs for containers here! Benefits of Container Gardening Less Maintenance: The Plants in container gardening requires less maintenance, as compared to the ones grown on land, thanks to the limited space!...

Have you ever come across buckwheat pancakes, buckwheat flour, or buckwheat honey and wondered what the buckwheat plant is? Is it anything like regular wheat that you would find in bread and pasta? Table of Contents Although it is often used similarly to wheat, it is not related at all. Unlike wheat flour, buckwheat flour is gluten-free. In general, this crop is unlike cereal grain crops. The seeds from a mature plant are ground up and used as flour for baked goods like pancakes....

Why plant groundcovers that stay green all winter The reasons for including evergreen groundcover plants in your garden are many. These plants provide visual interest at a time when many other plants are completely dormant. They give shelter to overwintering beneficial insects and pollinators. In addition, many varieties of evergreen groundcover have fibrous roots that help limit soil erosion. All year long, their green shoots help diffuse heavy rain and snowfall before it hits the soil....

QUESTION: How do I keep my rosemary plant healthy? I just planted one in my front yard in a full sun location, but I’m wondering if there’s anything specific I should be doing or looking out for. Got any advice? – Andy U ANSWER: Rosemary plants are specific in what they need from you but, at the same time, don’t require a ton of extra care. Follow these steps to keep your rosemary plants happy and healthy....

Worry no more. Controlling fungus gnats on your spider plants is simply a matter of combining a few of the easy strategies we’ve compiled for you, to make your job as a plant parent a little easier. Just about every proud plant parent has a spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) on their shelf. And every spider plant parent can relate with the irritation of having to bat fungus gnat adults away from their face and the stress of stewing over how to rid their plant babies of the root-chewing maggots....

The winding vines are dormant in winter and wake with gorgeous green leaves in the spring that turn yellow, orange, and brown in autumn. Vitis spp. Make your dream of growing grapes come true! You don’t need a field to grow your own. All you need to cultivate a proper harvest is a small space with fertile soil that receives full sun. Vitis plants give gardens a mythic appearance. Their existence is mentioned and honored in many ancient texts....

Whether you need a little help with your existing hostas or you’re looking for something new for your space, we’ve got your back. Here is what we’ll cover in this guide: Hosta spp. It’s easy to see why hostas are some of the most popular perennials on the market. They’re practically foolproof to grow; come in a massive array of sizes, patterns, and colors; and can adapt to a range of conditions....

When we talk about How to Grow Carrots from Carrot Tops, we essentially mean growing carrot greens and not the root vegetable. It is impossible to re-grow carrots once they have been dug up from the ground. Although, you can enjoy a lush harvest of its stem and leaves through the method discussed below. Learn everything about growing carrots in pots here How to Grow a Carrot Plant from Carrot Tops?...

Native to Japan, China and Korea, the daylily, otherwise known as Hemerocallis, is an extremely versatile plant that will add a bright burst of color to just about any garden or landscape. The name Hemerocallis stems from the Greek lexicon and means “one day beauty” because each bloom only lasts for a day, however, with a bit of advanced planning, you can create a daylily landscape that blooms all season long....

By Jennifer Poindexter Do you like making homemade pickles? Dill pickles are some of my favorites to make. They’re easy, good for you, and help use excess cucumbers when the garden is overflowing. When making your own pickles, it’s a good idea to grow dill in or around your home. By growing dill inside your home, you can have it year-round. It’s also easily accessible when you want a handful for your favorite dips or dishes....

Growing Pomegranates in Containers is possible because it has a shallow root system compared to other fruit trees. Besides that, it doesn’t take years to fruit and in a pot, you can control its environment by shifting it indoors in cold weather. The compact size is also suitable for balconies and patios–so here are all the details on How to Grow a Pomegranate Tree in a Pot and its Care!...

We love our candy, chocolate, and cake, but too often take the source of sweetness for granted. So, today we’re going to learn about sugarcane, the number one commercially harvested plant in the world! This grass-type plant takes center stage in food production and cultural history as well as the dessert table. Plus, you can learn how to grow sugar cane in your home garden, which is as close as we’ll get to cultivating our own sweets....

Spaghetti squash is a variety of winter squash that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 2 through 11. Cucurbita pepo ssp. pepo Spaghetti There’s nothing like eating warm spaghetti squash on a cold winter night. In fact, spaghetti noodles are where the spaghetti squash got its name. The flesh of the fruit looks a lot like stringy pasta and it is regarded as a healthy and gluten-free alternative to pasta made with wheat....