There’s nothing like a glass of delicious lemonade in hot weather, but all that sugar can really add calories. Most low calorie lemonade recipes just don’t taste good enough to replace the full sugar version, but this one with freshly squeezed lemon juice avoids the “diet” taste so you can enjoy as much as you want without worrying about your blood sugar or your waistline. Plus, we could all do with more vitamin C to give our immune system every chance it can get....

However, experienced gardeners – and farmers, too – learn the exact nutrients needed at any stage of growth, for health, beauty, and even tastiness. Further, they can pick up on what plants need through various signs and indicators, diagnosing illnesses, pest issues, and nutrient deficiencies. We all think about the nutrition we need in our own diets, time and time again. At least, I certainly hope that the majority of you out there do!...

What are rainbow carrots? While orange carrots are now the norm, historically carrots had roots that were white, purple, or yellow. Carrots likely originated around Afghanistan and by the early 1400’s, we start to see orange carrots enter the historical record. It’s hard to say why orange carrots because so popular, but for a long time orange varieties were the only carrots available through seed catalogs. Recently however there has been a demand for rainbow carrots and gardeners can now choose from five main colors: orange, purple, white, red, and yellow....

As you prepare for the upcoming growing season, you gather together all you need to sprout seeds at home. You’ll go for your seed catalog, your garden draft, your starting station, and most importantly, your seed starting mix. Table of Contents Chances are if you’ve done this a couple of times you have a set of seed starting mixes you’ve tried. Maybe there’s one you know will work. But the seed starting mix you choose can be adjusted when you decide to grow new and different plants....

Let’s find out how it’s processed, what products we can buy, and the pros and cons of using it in our gardening. Coir is the fibrous husk and pithy dust that makes up the outer layer of a ripe coconut. Most of us don’t see this part because it’s removed before the fruits arrive in grocery stores, but it is widely available – as a soilless growing medium. Per the Cambridge Dictionary, the correct pronunciation is “coy-er,” but folks generally call it “core....

In our guide to growing corn, we cover how to cultivate maize in your garden, but if you find your seedlings are looking sickly, you will need this guide. There’s nothing more frustrating than planting corn and imagining juicy homegrown ears to roast on the grill, only to watch your seedlings get sick and die. But seedlings are tender things, and I know how this feels. Back when I first started growing maize years ago, I planted some corn indoors with the intention of transplanting it outside with the arrival of warm weather....

Winter sowing is fun and easy! In this quick-start guide, I cover everything from the benefits and when to begin, all the way through to maintenance and transplanting. Plus I’ll give you detailed step-by-step instructions to show you exactly how to winter sow your seeds. If you enjoy growing seeds, then you definitely need to give winter sowing a try. It’s a really fun method to use, and has even been a game-changer for some gardeners....

One of the things landscapers and garden professionals tout time and again is mulch. There are many different types of mulch, such as leaves, grass clippings, or straw mulches like Garden Straw. But one widely used and sometimes controversial material is wood chip mulch. Table of Contents Adding mulch along with compost is great for your plants. Still, there are debates as to which organic matter options are best for soil....

Table of Contents Zebra plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) is a finicky houseplant. It’s grown for its vividly-striped foliage and beautiful golden flowers. This exotic is a beautiful option for indoor gardening, but only if you know the right tips. Let’s go over the proper care for your zebra plant and prepare you for what you’ll need to do! Safer Brand Insect Killing Soap Neem Bliss 100% Cold Pressed Neem Oil Yellow Dual Sticky Fly Traps Monterey Liqui-Cop Fungicide Zebra Plant Overview All About Zebra Plants Dark, blackish-green glossy leaves with white veins give the zebra plant its name....

For people living in Nordic countries like Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Iceland, simplicity works the best. A Scandinavian Design generally includes the best amalgamation of decluttered space, modern furniture, bright colors, optimum natural light, and cozy textiles. For an urban apartment, these Scandinavian Balcony Garden Designs can be a welcoming change! Check out our article on best balcony garden ideas here Key Elements of Scandinavian Design Scandinavian design principles are popular across the world, and a visit to the IKEA website or its closest store near you can give you the idea behind the inspiration of their products....

Trees are the best way to enhance the look of your landscape! But, if you live in the state of Georgia, you have to consider certain factors before you choose one, and keeping that in mind, we bring you the Best Trees to Plant in Georgia! Check out our article on pine trees native to Texas here! Best Trees to Plant in Georgia 1. Baldcypress Botanical Name: Taxodium distichum Height and Spread: 60-100 feet/25-30 feet...

Flowers Are you thinking of adding some orange dahlias to your garden, but aren't sure which variety to choose? It can be quite confusing, as dahlias have over 40 different species, and seemingly endless different varieties to pick from. In this article, we look at our favorite orange dahlias you can add to your garden for some beautiful and bright flowers this season! By Jason White Last updated: August 19, 2022 | 10 min read Adding some orange dahlias to your garden this season will definitely brighten up your flowerbeds....

1. Frozen Watermelon Sorbet Prepare frozen watermelon sorbet, make it more refreshing for summer by adding ingredients like squeezed lemon juice and fresh mint. The recipe is here. 2. How to Freeze Leftover Watermelon As watermelon is a large fruit, leftover fruit is often thrown or left uneaten until staled. It’s best to freeze the pieces. Learn the correct way in this post. 3. Eat the Watermelon Seeds Watermelon seeds are nutritional and delicious if you remove their black or brown colored shell, you’ll find white seeds....

Different bright tones always add a certain charm to the rooms with a touch of class. If you too want your home to stand out, then check out some Incredibly Colorful Indoor Space Ideas with Plants! Have a look at the most colorful houseplants here Incredibly Colorful Indoor Space Ideas with Plants 1. Pastel Tones, Picture Frames, and Fiddle Leaf Fig 2. Pop of Different Colors with a Houseplant Corner 3....

The lamp post is a cost-effective way to light up your garden and outdoor space in a fancy manner. It also gives a posh look to your house when it stands all glimmering up in the night. Here are some great DIY Lamp Post Ideas you can use! Check out our article on Garden Cart ideas here DIY Lamp Post Ideas 1. Lamp Post Here are some useful tips about the installation, the styles, and location of the lamp post, which might help you when you install a lamp post in your garden....

Plants Looking for some drought tolerante shade perennials to plant in your more arid climate? There are plenty of plants that meet this criteria, depending on your gardening goals. In this article, we look at our favorite perennials that are built to withstand drier conditions in the shade. By Jason White Last updated: December 23, 2022 | 15 min read Many drought tolerant shade perennials thrive in various soil types and circumstances....

All you need is a sunny window, a section of your patio or balcony, or a couple of grow lights set up in your (new) home office, to turn what was once an unused space into your new favorite corner – one that’s filled with lush plant life, your own private urban jungle, a green oasis. So, you’re stuck at home. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up on gardening!...

The Callisia species are beautiful dangling plants from the Spiderwort family. Translated into beauty, the name in itself holds what the plant offers. To find out more about Different Types of Callisia, read on! We have a great article on Callisia Repens care here Different Types of Callisia Species 1. Callisia Fragrans Also famous as the basket plant, it is low maintenance with long beautiful leaves. It thrives in humidity and bright light makes its leaves take a bright shade of purple....

Lush and easy to grow, Spider Plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are great for less attentive plant owners and beginners alike. Although generally easy to grow, yellow leaves on spider plants are a common issue. The good news is that the cause can be easily identified and fixed, as long as you know what to look for. Why does your spider plant have yellow leaves? Yellow leaves on a spider plant can be caused by overwatering, incorrect lighting, overfertilization, high levels of fluoride or chlorine in the water, pests or disease....

The allspice tree is a lovely tree on its own and provides dried berries that make everyone’s favorite fall flavor: allspice. The tree is the only spice crop grown exclusively in the western hemisphere, and provided you have the right conditions you can grow it at home too! Table of Contents Allspice originates in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. In these tropical areas, growers cultivate regional allspice trees that have distinct flavors....