Fruit Thinking of planting some jackfruit trees in your backyard, or somewhere in your home garden, but aren't sure where to start? Jackfruit can be a unique tree to grow, but they do best in certain hardiness zones, and perform well with certain soil types. Find out how to plant, grow, and care for Jackfruit in your backyard or home garden. By Jason White Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 16 min read Ever wonder what that giant melon-sized oblong fruit is when you pass by a local Asian produce section?...

Muskmelons are often thought of interchangeably with cantaloupe, and, even though cantaloupes are in fact muskmelons, not all muskmelons are cantaloupes. Some types look and taste very different. Cucumis melo var. reticulatus If you’re a fan of muskmelons, you probably think biting into a slice is the best taste of summer. Their juicy, nutritious, and sometimes brightly colored flesh is the perfect addition to the picnic table, adding flavors that make your mouth water when you’re craving a cool, sweet treat after a barbecue or alongside a buffet of grilled foods....

QUESTION: Is spinach a seed? Will it go to seed and how do I collect them? -Larry R. ANSWER: Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that produces seeds, which the next generation grows from. Spinach plants need to experience long days in order to generate the flowers that the seeds come from. They get the long days they need to produce seeds at the right time in their maturation in northern latitudes....

Mounting a staghorn fern is fun and a great way to display the most prized specimens in your collection. In this post, I’ll show you step by step exactly how to do it, and give you my best tips for success. I remember the first time I saw a mounted staghorn fern. I thought it was the coolest thing I had ever seen, and I so-very-badly wanted to try doing it myself....

One of the benefits of gardening in raised beds is you can reach in to them to plant and weed. You’re not walking through the garden, compacting the soil. This means your garden soil remains nice and loose and friable. Choose the best soil you can afford to fill your raised beds. I ordered a truckload of good-quality triple mix formulated for vegetables when I built all my raised beds. You can also mix your own special soil for veggies, too....

USDA Zones— 5 – 11 Difficulty— Easy Other Names— Hibiscus syriacus, rose mallow, Althea frutex, Syrian ketmia, St Joseph’s rod, althea Planting Rose of Sharon is simple and easy. The shrub can be planted either on the ground or in a large container. With its wide, colorful and beautiful flowers, the Rose of Sharon adds charm in any garden. Rose of Sharon are planted in gardens in the spring or summer when all dangers of frost are passed....

We’ve told you about the no-dig and “lasagna” methods of organic gardening, which are wonderful, innovative gardening approaches that can save time and help regenerate depleted soils. Both involve layering newspaper, straw, compost, and other organic materials on top of the ground surface to create a growth medium that can handle everything from potatoes to flowers. Typically, a no-dig or lasagna garden shouldn’t be tilled from one growing season to the next, because the growth medium improves with time as it decays and compacts, and becomes increasingly attractive to earthworms and other beneficial organisms....

QUESTION: How often should I water my lettuce? Should I water my lettuce every day? -Paula W. ANSWER: Lettuce should be watered not daily but instead about twice a week, or once every four or five days, for most of its growing period. It will need to be watered lightly but more frequently for the first two weeks after planting, perhaps daily, depending on your climate. The rest of its growing season, water lettuce twice a week to a depth of six inches....

Native to moist and shady tropical and subtropical forests, these frost-tender perennials of the Schlumbergera genus thrive in partial sun or shady gardens with moderate summer temperatures and mild winters. Highly popular houseplants, Christmas cactuses feature fantastic flowers that typically brighten our homes – but they can thrive in outdoor gardens too, provided your winters are mild enough. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Flowers Need to prep your roses for winter this season, but aren't sure where to start? Winter care can be a challenge for some plants, including roses. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares her top tips for keeping your rose bushes protected this winter. By Danielle Sherwood Last updated: December 12, 2022 | 7 min read Roses have a reputation for being dainty divas, but they are actually pretty tough plants....

Epsom Salt for Houseplants works in a great way to keep them lush and out of many issues. Let’s have a look at How to Use Epsom Salt on Indoor Plants! Have a look at some amazing Epsom Salt Uses In the garden here Epsom Salt for Houseplants You can use Epsom salt in a variety of ways to keep your indoor plants in the best of their condition, thanks to its magnesium and sulfur content....

Information Are your cosmos flowers having problems this season? While these popular flowers are fairly hardy, they do have a few common issues that can pop up from time to time. In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farmer Taylor Sievers walks through the most common problems with cosmos flowers! By Taylor Sievers Last updated: September 14, 2022 | 12 min read Cosmos species, particularly C. bipinnatus and C. sulphureus, are charming, whimsical flowers also known as Mexican asters....

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....

Senecios are succulent houseplants that require minimum care. Some varieties have flowers while some have stunning leaves in different shades and hues. The plants are often grown in hanging baskets and placed in a bright spot. Here are some of the Best Senecio Varieties that you can include in your houseplant collection! Best Senecio Varieties Senecio is broadly classified into 5 major varieties – Cascading, Shrub, Fuzzy white, Blue ground cover, and Upright snakes....

A bedroom is a place where you rest and regain your energy through a peaceful sleep. By adding some greenery to your bedroom will help you in getting quality sleep in the fresh air. Go through the list and learn about the features of Best Bedroom Plants in detail. Check out our article on awesome indoor plant bedroom pictures here CAM Plants for Bedroom If you want low-maintenance plants for your bedroom, then grow CAM (Crassulacean Acid Metabolism) plants....

If you have large windows in your rooms, then put them to good use by taking inspiration from these Window Sitting Area Decor Ideas! Check out some awesome window box ideas here Window Sitting Area Decor Ideas 1. Hanging Trailing Plants 2. Boho Interior Decor with Plants Around Tall Windows 3. Tall Cactus by the Stained Glass Windows 4. Hippie Indoor Decor with Plants 5. A Tropical Corner with Window 6....

Add a rustic charm to your yard using these Twig Craft Ideas for Garden Design. They are all fun and easy to make! The twigs and branches you usually throw away from the garden can be pretty helpful. Wondering how? Check out these fantastic Twig Craft Ideas for Garden Design and make the best ones for yourself! Have a look at some fantastic garden projects using twigs and branches here Twig Craft Ideas for Garden Design 1....

Ladybugs are friendly insects they feed mainly on aphids, scales, and their eggs, they also eat mealybugs and other parasitic pests like whiteflies. Let’s have a detailed look at the Plants that Attract Ladybugs! Here are the best plants that attract hummingbirds Plants that Attract Ladybugs Ladybugs eat pollen of a few plants so if you want to attract them to your garden, these plants are most recommended. 1. Garlic Garlic flowers attract pollinators and beneficial insects like ladybugs....

We cover the basics in our guide to growing chestnuts. So you’re ready to grow your own chestnut trees, or maybe you already have a few in the backyard. Do you know how to keep them healthy, producing sizable yields of nuts each year when they reach maturity? Insects, as well as some larger visitors to your garden, may enjoy feasting on the tasty nuts, wood, or leaves. Or perhaps they’re after a cozy place to lay their eggs....

Table of Contents While some people grow determinate tomatoes so that they don’t have to worry about a trellis, anyone who wants to grow an indeterminate variety is going to need one. Whether short or tall, big or small, I’ve got a list of different options which will help ensure your tomatoes have the support that they need to give you huge quantities of fresh produce! I’ve broken these down into categories based on what is actually providing the support for the tomatoes, and included some rough estimates of cost and difficulty....