If you love tasty and unique fruits, our guide on How to Grow Dragon Fruit will help you cultivate it easily in a small space! Other names – Indonesia buah naga, Khmer sror kaa neak, Thai kaeo mangkon, Nanettika fruit, Kaktus madu, Long guo, Cereus triangularis, Thanh long, Strawberry Pear, Cactus fruit, Night blooming Cereus, Belle of the Night, Jesus in the Cradle. Check out the most exotic fruits in the world here Dragon Fruit Information Dragon fruit plant, also famous as pitahaya or pitaya, belongs to the cactus family....

Commonly known as cranesbill, geraniums encompass some four hundred species of flowers. In the wild, the flower is mostly found in the Mediterranean region and has five petals that are lifted up. They come in white, pink, purple, or blue. Some come in bush or shrub like arrangements and others grow as a single stem with one or two blooms. The flowers all have distinct veins making them easy to spot and recognize....

Colorful pitayas are borne on the succulent stems of jungle cacti, which can produce a bountiful harvest in under two years, making an exciting addition to the edible landscape. Selenicereus spp. Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a tasty tropical treat – and with the right techniques and know-how, you can grow your own crop at home. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

By Erin Marissa Russell Want to know how to improve soil drainage in your garden? One thing you’ll see on the care instructions for almost any plant is good drainage. Let’s take a look at why soil drainage is important and how to test your soil’s drainage as well as some ways to improve your own soil drainage. Why Soil Drainage Is Important Soil that offers good drainage is not compacted, so it allows air and water to filter through the soil where it becomes available to your plants’ roots....

Writer Michael Pollan even described it as one of the two most nutritious wild edible plants, along with lamb’s quarters, in his book “In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto.” Portulaca oleracea When I told my husband I was planting purslane in the garden, I suspect he thought I’d lost my mind. No doubt he was thinking back to the years when I fought furiously to tug the tenacious weed from my garden beds....

Learning how to grow beans and having a hard time deciding whether to stay close to the ground with bush beans or go vertical with a pole bean variety? Pole beans have growth characteristics that provide space-saving beauty and visual interest in home gardens. Vining varieties, runner beans, and snap beans make going vertical an exciting element in any garden. Table of Contents Common beans are divided into two main groups: pole and bush beans....

The best time to plant trees There are several factors that influence the best time to plant trees; your region, the type of tree you want to plant, and the time you have to care for a newly planted tree. Region – Location plays a big part in timing. I live in the northeast with cool, often wet springs, hot summers, long autumns, and cold winters. Trees are typically planted here in spring or fall....

QUESTION: What can you not plant with Brussels sprouts? How do I layout my garden? -Michelle R. ANSWER: Most plants will grow next to Brussels sprouts without incident, or even with some benefits. But as is usually the case in gardening, there are some plants that just don’t get along with one another, and Brussels sprouts are no exception. Take a quick look at the list below so you won’t make the mistake of planting one of these crops next to your sprouts this season....

Growing carrots can be such a delightful experience but it could be challenging to identify their leaves. So, how do you find out if you are on the right track? Don’t worry! We have all the details to help you understand What Do Carrot Sprouts Look Like? Here’s everything you need to know about growing carrots What Do Carrot Sprouts Look Like? Usually, a carrot seed takes about 2-3 weeks to germinate....

Ficus trees (Ficus benjamina) are one of the most common plants found adorning home interiors around the world, but this finicky species can cause many owners to wring their hands in frustration. While it is an easy to care for, attractive plant, it’s known to drop its leaves for seemingly no reason at all. The good news is that once you know the reasons for your ficus dropping leaves, there is a lot you can do to prevent and treat it....

Spring’s over, and now summer has begun. And your hedges are a disaster. Time to break out your best hedge trimmer and clean that up! Table of Contents Wait, you don’t have one yet? Oh, but you must. A hedge trimmer can make your life a lot easier and save you time. It’ll also spare you from having to hire an expensive gardener multiple times a year. Let’s explore all the aspects of selecting the right hedge trimmer for your specific needs, and I’ll share my top picks for quality models!...

1. Macrame Ring Wreath Secure air plants onto a metal macrame ring with the support of some filler greens and jewelry wire. The idea is available at Clever Bloom. 2. Grapevine Wreath Combine grapevine wreath, moss, and some air plants to create this living DIY air plant wreath for your front door. Garden Therapy has a tutorial with additional knowledge about air plants in detail. 3. Beautiful Air Plant Wreath Wrap the moss on the wire frame and then use the floral wire to attach air plants....

If you want to add passion with a hint of romance using plants, here are the best Vines with Heart-Shaped Leaves you can trail on walls! Here are the best heart-shaped plants for indoors Vines with Heart-Shaped Leaves 1. Pothos Botanical Name: Epipremnum aureum This low-maintenance vine features glossy cream-green foliage in heart shape. It purifies indoor air by removing toxins such as xylene, formaldehyde, and benzene. Learn all about growing pothos here 2....

Shrubs Thinking of adding some purple hydrangeas to your garden, but aren't sure what to plant? There are many different options, so picking the perfect plant can be a bit confusing! In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago lists out her favorite purple hydrangea varieties you can grow! By Jill Drago Last updated: November 18, 2022 | 8 min read Purple is undoubtedly one of the most popular flower colors you will see in home gardens....

Do you have a small space? Want to make it look more interesting? You can use these amazing Rainbow Vertical Garden Ideas for a splash of colors. Have a look at some creative vertical garden ideas here Rainbow Vertical Garden Ideas 1. Hang Colorful Tin Cans Tin cans are great to grow plants and you can paint them in different shades for that rainbow look. 2. A Colorful Tire Vegetable Garden Tires can be great to grow vegetables and they also look good in different colors....

Shrubs If you've planted hydrangeas in your garden, you may be wondering how to keep their blooms going as long as possible. Hydrangeas can be picky plants, which makes perfect blooms a never-ending challenge. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago gives you her top tips for longer and brighter blooms. By Jill Drago Last updated: June 27, 2022 | 10 min read The only thing that can be more disappointing than your hydrangeas not blooming at all, is a poor showing....

When I was a newbie gardener, I thought I needed to start all of my seeds indoors. Although I was pretty successful growing lots of different types of seeds inside, I had many failures too. After a few years of trial-and-error, I began to experiment with starting seeds both indoors and direct sowing (i.e.: planting) them right in my garden. I literally tossed my leftover seeds into the garden in the spring just to see what would sprout....

If you want a houseplant that offers an eye-catching appearance with fancy foliage, then pick one out from the best Types of Monstera that we have for you in this article! Check out the best plants with fanciful cut foliage here Best Monstera Varieties 1. Borsigiana Botanical Name: Monstera borsigiana Borsigiana has a vining growth pattern with long stems. It has smaller leaves than deliciosa, but its growth rate is faster....

These Flea Market Garden Decor Ideas will guide you in learning how to Turn Cheap Things into Gold in Garden. So, if you have a thrift store nearby, take notes from this article and go there today! Check out some elegant vintage garden decor ideas here Flea Market Garden Decor Ideas 1. A Metal Railing to Train Flowering Vines is a Super Cool Idea Here are some railing planter ideas only for you 2....

Blue is the color of calmness and serenity. Having blue color blossoms in your garden will add positive vibes while bringing a lot of appeal to the landscape! Here is an exclusive list of some of the Best Blue Flowers To Grow In Containers to help you pick the one you like the most! Best Blue Flowers To Grow In Containers 1. Morning Glory ‘Heavenly Blue’ Botanical Name: Ipomoea tricolor...