Bellflowers are named such because of their small, bell-shaped flowers. There are over five hundred different species of bellflowers. Dwarf species are only about five centimeters high and are found in the arctic tundra. Large species can grow to over six feet tall and can be found in temperate grasslands. Bellflowers typically have wide, broad leaves at the base of the stem and narrower leaves nearer the top. The flowers come in bright blue, violet, pink, rose, gold, and white....

The elderberry has so many amazing uses, and I’m excited to see it making a comeback! SAMBUCUS CANADENSIS In the summer, around late August or early September, the ditches in Nebraska are filled with dark, black, and purple berries. These clusters of tiny fruits soon get eaten up by the birds. But before then, I grab as many as I can for baking, making tinctures, and drying into powders. What are these in-demand beauties?...

Rhapis excelsa has a reputation of being able to fit with most of the interiors in homes and is also quite easy to look after. If you too want it to adorn the space, then here’s all you need to know about How to Grow Lady Palm Indoors! Common Names: Bamboo Palm, Broadleaf Lady Palm, Fan Tufted Palm Have a look at the best low-light palms here Best Lady Palm Varieties These are some of the best varieties for Lady Palm that you can grow indoors:...

If you love nutritious and heartwarming soups, why not next time prepare them from homegrown vegetables picked from your very own Container Soup Garden? This rewarding activity needs just a pinch of your time, small space to keep containers, and some tending. Check out our article on protein-rich vegetables to grow here How to Make Soup Garden in Containers Before you move ahead, here are two of the most important aspects that you have to keep in mind....

Light requirements for indoor plants vary greatly, and many are particularly sensitive to direct sunlight. But is light through a window considered direct sunlight or not? Let’s find out together. Is light through a window considered direct sunlight? Light through a window is not direct sunlight as some of the light is diffused and reflected as it passes through the window, reducing its intensity. Light through a window is the most direct form of light available indoors, but is usually at least 50% less intense than direct sunlight outdoors....

USDA Zones: 8-11 Propagation Method: Seeds, Cutting, Grafting Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Soil Type: Acidic Height: Up to 15 feet Other Names: Citrus japonica, Fortunella, Cumquat Kumquat tree produces fragrant flowers in late spring, followed by small citrus fruit in the fall. Fruits look similar to oranges but come to the size of a plum. The flavor is a combination of sweetness and bitterness. If you’re growing kumquat tree between zone 9-11, it will grow easily....

Planting fast growing vegetables Fast growing vegetables are perfect for spring, summer, and fall succession planting. Succession planting is simply following one vegetable with another so that you can grow as much food as possible. Bonus – keeping the garden productive means less space for weeds to grow. So, after early crops like peas and spinach are harvested in the May and June garden, they’re followed up with new sowings of quick growing vegetables like bush beans, baby beets, and summer lettuce....

Family: Araceae Botanical Name: Epipremnum aureum Plant Type: Climber, Trailing vine Foliage Type: Evergreen Propagation: Pothos plant can be propagated from cuttings. You can root it in water or soil. Toxicity: Mildly toxic to cats and dogs, it contains insoluble calcium oxalates. Ingestion may cause vomiting, irritation in the mouth, and difficulty in swallowing, which subsides after a few hours. Popular Pothos Varieties Golden Pothos: Also known as the devil’s ivy, this is the most common variety of pothos that has heart-shaped leaves with a green and golden hue....

You may start seed indoors in early spring and transplant seedlings to the garden after the last frost date, or purchase and plant nursery pots at any time during the growing season. Just because the lazy, hazy days of summer are over, that doesn’t mean you have to have a fallow garden until next year. With the following 15 cool-weather perennials perfect for temperate zones, you’ll have vibrant color that returns with vigor each autumn....

Our guide to growing parsnips covers all the details of how to cultivate this root vegetable in your garden. If you’ve never grown root vegetables in containers, now’s the time to try. Parsnips are in the Apiaceae family, just like carrots and parsley – and they’re often overlooked in favor of their bright-orange cousin. But they shouldn’t be. As with carrots, we eat the taproot of the parsnip plant, Pastinaca sativa....

What makes these insect-killing nematodes special is that they kill their hosts quickly, due to special bacteria that live in their systems. Are predatory insects plaguing your garden? While there are many types of beneficial nematodes, insecticidal ones are naturally occurring microscopic organisms that live and feed on insects in the soil. There are different types of nematodes that kill insects. However, many of them are difficult to mass produce or have very narrow host ranges....

Plants Did you find some weeds with heart shaped leaves in your garden or around your home? Not sure what they are or if you should get rid of them? Generally speaking, weeds are an unwelcome sight in just about every garden. In this article, hobby gardener Jason White looks at what these weeds are all about, with pictures for identification. By Jason White Last updated: March 14, 2022 | 5 min read Weeds are unwanted plants that grow in your yard, garden, or farm....

QUESTION: What’s the best month to plant roses? I’d like to start a rose garden this year and I’m not sure when. – Eloise G ANSWER: When you plant your roses will depend upon what type of rose you have. There are two main types of roses. The first type is a bare-root rose. This is a plant that has been dug up, had all the soil removed from its roots, packed in a soilless growing medium, and shipped in plastic to retain its moisture....

Also Read: Ylang-Ylang here. Ylang Ylang Plant Care+ Ylang-Ylang plant does not like wet feet. It prefers well drained dry soil. When water it, check if top two inch layer of soil is dry, if it’s moist avoid watering it. The good thing about this plant is that it will tell you when it needs water by wilting. Plant it in a southern spot of you garden, Ylang-Ylang loves full sun....

Turn Old Plant Cabinets into Plant Homes creatively and grow houseplants in a small place with ease. Here are some amazing ideas that are especially great for urban apartments and small spaces. Have a look at some old tin cans turned into plant homes here Old Plant Cabinets into Plant Homes 1. From Cabinet to Greenhouse! You can turn your old wooden cabinet into a fantastic looking greenhouse to showcase plants of your choice!...

This means there are hundreds of varieties with the same features, like taste and intensity, but different names. And many varieties with different features as well, but the same names. For the home gardener, garlic is a beloved and easily cultivated root crop that delivers natural, healthy benefits and outstanding flavors and fragrances for cooking. However, for such a simple, straightforward plant, knowing how to select the best varieties for your region, and with the flavors you want, can be confusing....

Information is your Aloe Vera plant turning brown and mushy? There are a number of different reasons this can happen, and thankfully, some of are reversible. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn looks at the most common reasons Aloe Vera plants start getting soft, discolored leaves. By Emily Horn Last updated: December 26, 2022 | 9 min read Aloe Vera has been grown and used for centuries in many different parts of the world....

We all love wine, don’t we! But did you know that there are also some really helpful Leftover Wines Uses in Garden and Home? No? Don’t worry, we have many for you! Here are some awesome wine bottle uses in the garden Leftover Wines Uses in Garden 1. Kick Start compost Leftover wine is entirely compostable and can help kick-start compost. Pour it on the compost heap before you think of dropping it in the sink....

Vegetables If you live in Arizona, you know that growing anything in your garden can be a huge task, especially vegetables. But the good news is, there are several veggies that can thrive in the hot, sunny Arizona climate. In this article, gardening expert and former organic gardener Sarah Hyde walks through her favorite vegetables that you can grow in Arizona! By Sarah Hyde Last updated: August 30, 2022 | 13 min read Arizona is synonymous with the sun....

Want to add greenery to your home in interesting ways? Have a look at some Really Fun Indoor Garden Ideas that are easy to make and also perfect for preschoolers! Check out some really nice IKEA indoor garden ideas here Really Fun Indoor Garden Ideas 1. Create an Indoor Herb Garden Creating an indoor herb garden is fun and also rewards you every time with fresh herbs for cooking. You can also hang the pots on the window, as shown in the picture....