Pilea peperomioides, commonly known as a Chinese Money Plant or the Pancake Plant, is fast-growing and easy to maintain as long as you know everything about the Pilea peperomioides Care! Check out our Article on Growing Pilea Silver Tree here Pilea peperomioides Plant Profile Noted for their coin-shaped, round green leaves, this beautiful specimen holds a special place in the Chinese gifting culture. The air-purifying, mood-enhancing, anti-stress, and low-maintenance properties of this plant, make it a must-have for homeowners....

Anise has so many beneficial properties in terms of pest control, medicine, and the star anise plant is also lovely. So if you like growing plants that have multiple uses in varying spheres, this might be the one for you. Table of Contents We are talking specifically about Illicium verum, and not other star anise plants that are toxic. Japanese star anise (Illicium anisatum) and swamp star anise (Illicium parviflorum) have the same common name but are highly toxic....

This Stephania Pierre Growing Information guide will teach you everything about pot size, compost, watering, planting care, and more! Botanical Name: Menispermaceae Original Name: Stephania erecta until the early 1920s Care Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult USDA Zones: 10a-11b Have a look at the detailed growing information on cascara tree here Stephania Pierre Growing Information Stephanias are native to the Australasia region and Southeast Asia, especially the Indochinese nations. The caudex plant is typically found in the seasonal deciduous forests in their natural habitats on limestone mountains....

QUESTION: What are the most popular green beans? I want to grow some, but I can’t really tell them apart and I want a regular kind of green beans like my family will eat and not some obscure type that taste or look weird. – Ella P GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: Green beans are one of the most popular vegetables for the garden. They’re wonderful because no matter your gardening method, there’s usually a way to incorporate green beans....

QUESTION: What is the best fertilizer for leeks? Do I need to prepare the soil before planting? -Tim W. ANSWER: Leeks should be fertilized regularly as well as planted in soil that’s been prepared and fertilized, and the best fertilizer to use is different in each instance. Before you plant your leeks, work plenty of rich, well-rotted compost into the soil where they will grow. If your soil has a pH level under 6....

Our guide to growing pomegranates has all the details on how to cultivate these trees in your landscape. In this guide, we’ll discuss when and how to harvest your homegrown fruit. Fruiting pomegranate trees, Punica granatum, are best suited to growing in hot, dry climates of USDA Hardiness Zones 7-11. The fruits can take between five and seven months – depending on the variety – to mature and ripen, ready for picking....

Information Is your pothos plant dying and you don't know why? There are several different contributing reasons that your plant may be dying. Depending on how far along your plant's damage is, you may or may not be able to reverse it. In this article, we look at the ten most common reasons your pothos plant may be dying. By Madison Moulton Last updated: May 26, 2022 | 10 min read A houseplant collection is incomplete without at least one pothos....

Shrubs Thinking of planting blue hydrangea but aren't sure which variety to choose from? The good news is that you have plenty of different options to choose from! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines her favorite blue hydrangea varieties to plant in your home garden space! By Jill Drago Last updated: October 26, 2022 | 8 min read Blue, blue, blue! In all my gardening ventures, whether it be perennial gardening, annual gardening or floral work the number one color request I had was for more blue flowers!...

If you have a balcony that you wish to cover to keep it a little safe and private, then these Enclosed Balcony Garden Ideas will surely help you out! Check out some amazing shady Balcony Garden Ideas here Enclosed Balcony Garden Ideas 1. Narrow Balcony with Lockable Sliding Glass Windows 2. Wooden Enclosure for Climbing Plants 3. Tall Metal Glass Windows 4. Metal Railing Enclosure to Hang Pots 5. Openable Metal Window Frames with Hanging Pots 6....

With more than 1000 available species, it can be a really daunting task to pick one Impatient. Growing in both shades and sun, this is the most versatile plant that you can plant indoors in small pots and grow in gardens. As most of them have eye-catching flowers and mesmerizing colors, they make for a great addition where ever you are going to plant them. So, do you want to pick the best of the lot?...

Flowers Are you looking for some pink peonies to add to your flower garden this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? These popular flowers can be intimidating due to the sheer amount you have to choose from. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner looks at her favorite varieties of Pink Peonies, with names and pictures of each. By Laura Elsner Last updated: January 9, 2023 | 12 min read So, you’ve decided to add pink peonies to your garden this season?...

Enjoy some fun and creative time with these DIY Fairy Garden Accessories You Can Make with your kids using some minimal stationery and salvaged supplies! Find out some Fantastic Mason Jar Fairy Garden Ideas here DIY Fairy Garden Accessories You Can Make 1. Fairy Garden Fence with Banner This little fence for your fairy garden is easy to make; get the how-to here. Check out some Amazing Miniature Christmas Fairy Garden Ideas here 2....

These are the 6 Most Common Snake Plant Varieties You Can Start Planting Indoors Now! They look decorative and thrive on neglect. Check out awesome snake plant decoration ideas here Most Common Snake Plant Varieties You Can Start Planting Indoors Now! 1. Mother-In-Law’s Tongue Botanical Name: Sansevieria trifasciata This cultivar is the most popular and widely grown snake plant. The dark green patterned and pointed foliage grows upward and takes a height of 3-4 feet....

1) Do Crop Rotation: Avoid planting the plants of the same family at similar site each year It is a good practice, avoid planting the plants of the same family at the same site continuously. Usually, the plants from similar family have common pest and disease problems, they also draw the same nutrition from the soil again and again. A useful and informative article on this issue that you must read for more information is available on the Harvest to Table....

by Jennifer Poindexter Do you love old family recipes? In my house, there’s one family recipe which stands out among all the rest. In fact, if I don’t use this recipe, my family won’t eat the dish. It’s truly that good! The recipe isn’t anything fancy. It’s for pickled beets. Since my family is such a huge fan of this recipe, beets are a common staple in our garden. Over the years, I’ve made my fair share of mistakes when raising this vegetable....

by Erin Marissa Russell There’s nothing like an evergreen shrub, whether you’re looking to add one plant to your collection or install a whole privacy hedge. You can count on the evergreen shrubs listed here to keep their foliage for you to enjoy year-round. Many of these evergreen shrubs also have flowers or berries to add even more color to your garden. Blue Holly There are all kinds of different holly shrubs to choose from, but the Christmas standard is blue holly....

While growing herbs, especially basil, it is important that you snip away their leaves in the right manner to ensure they stay healthy and grow better. Want help? Here are some really helpful Basil Harvesting Tricks No One Ever Told You! Here are the best types of basil you can grow Basil Harvesting Tricks No One Ever Told You 1. Pinch its Flowers Before you move ahead and harvest the leaves, it is important to stop the plant from growing flowers, as it will then divert its energy into making more blooms....

A friend of mine, Mary, loves gardening and cut flowers. It only makes sense that she has her own cut flower garden, which has actually inspired me. Mary not only keeps fresh flowers in her own home; but she also makes up gorgeous bouquets to take to the elderly shut-ins, who live in her neighborhood. Following Mary’s lead, I have started planting more flowers to use in bouquets. You can do the same....

By Jennifer Poindexter What does the term “crepe myrtle” bring to your mind? For me, I think of my mom’s house. She lives in the southern United States and these bushes are a staple in this area. The reason this plant variety is common in warmer climates is because they’re beautiful and difficult to kill. If you’re searching for a hands-off tree, crepe myrtle could be what you need. Here’s how you can add them to your yard or garden:...

If you want an easy-to-maintain succulent that looks like a tiny little tree, then growing the Jade plant makes perfect sense. The best part is, it multiplies without any difficulties! Let’s have a look at How to Grow a Jade Plant From Cuttings! Here are the best types of Jade Plants you can grow Best Varieties to Grow from Cuttings Some of the varieties that you can propagate from cuttings are Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ (Variegated Jade Plant), Crassula ovata ‘Hummel’s Sunset’ (Golden Jade Plant), Crassula ovata ‘Crosby’s Compact’ (Dwarf Jade), and Crassula ovata ‘Gollum’ (Hobbit Jade, Gollum Jade, Ogre Ears)....