The use of carbonated water for plants has been proved beneficial in many studies. Read more about carbonated water and its applications in this article. What is Carbonated Water? Carbonated water, also known as seltzer water, is a product of infusing water and CO2 under high pressure, creating tiny bubbles that make it sparkling or fizzy. This process is referred to as carbonation. Why Use Carbonated Water for Plants? Carbonated water is expensive as compared to plain water, but using it in the garden can nourish your plants effectively....

Who says that coffee has to be limited to cafes, break rooms, and morning commutes? In this article, we’re introducing a new place to put your caffeine fix – the garden! That’s right, no matter where you live, you can grow your very own coffee plant. Growing coffee trees is an exciting venture that’s definitely a talking point. Caffeine aside, the plant is so beautiful that it’s often grown ornamentally in landscapes and as a houseplant....

You can dedicate an entire garden to hostas, and that might still not be enough, thanks to all the varieties it comes in with various combinations of leaf color, shape, size, and texture! As this plant is so popular, most gardeners want to know everything about Hosta Growing Ideas, Tips, and Tricks, and this article will surely make you a hosta expert! Check out our article on growing Hostas bold and beautiful here Propagating Hostas By Division It is the most widely used method of propagation....

Table of Contents Are you wondering about setting up your very first tent? You’re in the right place! Grow tents are one of the most important tools when it comes to indoor gardening and setting them up is a simple process once you know what’s needed. A grow tent allows you to recreate nature under your very own conditions. Basically, when you’re using a grow tent properly, you become the weather....

If you’ve never tried growing radishes from seed, you should definitely add it to your list. The whole process is fun, and the results are fast too. There is no need to wait months for your bounty, you can start eating them in a matter of weeks. Since they are so simple and quick, planting radish seeds is great for beginners. Below I will show you everything you need to know about how to plant & grow radish seeds....

But it’s not magic, it’s just good old basic science. Because changing colors depends on the species you’re growing and the chemistry of your soil, not hocus pocus! With their large, attractive, and long-lasting flower heads, hydrangeas are wonderfully showy performers in the summer garden. Fantastic in the landscape or as cut flowers, the bold blooms of the bigleaf varieties are a standout in vibrant shades of blue, green, mauve, pink, purple, red, and white....

If you are an ardent fan of white flowers (bracts), peace lilies must be on your bucket list. Whereas the plant is hardy indoors and requires little care to thrive, the flowering grabs much of your attention with uncertain results. So we’ve got this detailed article to help you on How to Get Peace Lilies to Bloom! Here are the most common peace lily growing problems and how to fix them How Do Peace Lily Flowers Look Like?...

How They Got Their Name ‘Mortgage Lifter’ may have once relieved financial stress, but only for the cultivar’s originator, a guy called M. C. Byles of Logan, West Virginia. Solanum lycopersicum ‘Mortgage Lifter’ ‘Mortgage Lifter’ tomatoes were so popular in the 1930s and ‘40s, people would drive 200 miles to buy plants. At that time, you could only get them from the breeder, an amateur who preferred to be called “Radiator Charlie....

Known for attracting hummingbirds, this member of the Lamiaceae family is remarkably easy to care for. Salvia clevelandii If you love growing common sage in your herb garden and live in a warm area, you’ll want to consider adding Cleveland sage into the mix. Salvia clevelandii, also known as California blue, fragrant, and most often, Cleveland sage, is a fast-growing, highly aromatic herb that is native to the coast of southern California....

Whether you’re hoping to pot up a few to nurture on a sunny windowsill, or you have a patch of sandy ground in full sun that’s just begging to be filled, the following tips will help you to become the best succulent parent on the block. Have you always wanted to grow your own succulents? You’re not alone. Some varieties have always been in vogue (like aloe, or hen and chicks) while other more unusual species have gained huge popularity today (like living stones)....

by Matt Gibson Canna lily flowers (also known as Indian shot) are large, colorful and bold. Despite the name, they are not related to true lilies. The rhizomatous perennial is often grown as an annual in cooler climate areas, but in the proper zones, or if stored during the winter, cannas can bring bright luminous color to your garden for years and years. Easy to grow and relatively low maintenance, cannas provides a deep presence of color to your garden from both its blooms and leaves throughout the growing season....

by Jennifer Poindexter Are you interested in growing more herbs around your garden? Herbs are a wonderful way to add more flavor to your foods, are great for making homemade teas, and even to use as DIY insect repellent. If you’re growing more herbs, cilantro should be on your list. Growing cilantro is very basic, it smells delicious, looks beautiful when growing in the garden, and it’s from the same family as parsley....

Harvesting chives sounds easy, but it can be tricky if you’re not sure how to do it. When I was a newbie, I thought I needed to dig up each individual bulb (like the green onions you buy at the grocery store). My plants are mature and very dense, making the task of digging up only a few bulbs pretty much impossible. When I tried it, there was so much woody old growth included, I couldn’t even eat them....

Home gardeners in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8 can enjoy native species that may soar to five feet tall, as well as more compact hybrid varieties. The blue, pink, purple, and white blossoms of late-season perennial asters are a welcome sight as the growing season draws to a close. They renew the tired summer landscape and hint at the fall spectacle to come. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

Propagating string of pearls is very quick and easy. In this post I’ll show you exactly how to root the cuttings in either soil or water. For anyone interested in learning how to propagate string of pearls, you’ll be excited to know that it’s simple and fun to do. In this step by step guide I’ll discuss the different methods, and provide clear instructions on how to tackle the most common techniques....

Some of my favorite memories from childhood involved congregating in the woods with friends to consume the nectar of the sweet-smelling Japanese honeysuckle plant. The fragrant flowers of Lonicera japonica are a part of my adulthood as well, though the plant is an invasive species. Table of Contents I still enjoy its sweet smell in early summer, and stop to have some nectar. But because it’s an invasive species, I opt for a native species instead....

One of the best parts of the fall season is that sweet, sweet crumbly leaf mold – something I look forward to every year. Not only is the intense heat of summer cooled off, but deciduous trees have dropped dead leaves onto the soil surface to fertilize the earth. Table of Contents It’s a wonder why so many people rake them up and give them to waste collection personnel to be disposed of....

Lipstick plants are unique, beautiful, and surprisingly easy to care for. This detailed growing guide will show you everything you need in order to keep them thriving for many years to come. If you’re looking for a beautiful and unique houseplant to add to your collection, I highly recommend getting yourself a lipstick plant. They are gorgeous, with thick waxy leaves and unique flowers – and lipstick plants will bloom profusely with the right care....

Lucky Bamboo is a famous indoor plant that brings abundance and good luck to households. The plant is noted for its striking appearance and low-care nature. Still, some growers complain about their Lucky Bamboo Tips Turning Yellow, so we’ve brought you the best solutions for what to do in such a situation! Learn how to grow and care for Lucky Bamboo plants here! How to Save a Dying Lucky Bamboo Reason #1 — Not Changing the Water Frequently It is the number one reason why lucky bamboo leaves turn yellow....

The idea of starting a garden can seem overwhelming, and if you want to try to go the organic route, it be seem even more of a challenge. Using chemical fertilizers and pesticides to help your garden thrive may seem easier. While they are easily acquired at the local gardening center and proven effective, nonorganic soil fertilizers and pesticides can leach into the flowers, herbs, fruits, and veggies you are working so hard to grow....