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Houseplants Propagating African Violets can be an extremely rewarding process for indoor gardeners. But to do it properly, there are certain steps you'll need to follow. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton takes you through each step of propagating African Violets from leaf cuttings. By Madison Moulton Last updated: January 10, 2023 | 10 min read When it comes to favorite houseplants from history, the African Violet certainly features near the top of the list....

The bay leaves plant is usually sold in pot but if you don’t find one, propagate it from seeds or cutting. Bay Leaf Tree from Seeds Fill the seedling tray with good quality seed starting mix. Spread the seeds on soil roughly 2-inches apart. Gently press the seeds a bit and cover the seeds with 1/8 inch layer of soil mix and moisten the soil. Keep the tray in the shade, at temperature of around 70° F and constantly moist (use a sprayer for moistening the soil) until the time of germination....

Propagating plumerias is a great way to expand your collection, or share your favorites with friends. In this post, I’ll talk about the different methods, tell you when and how to take cuttings, and then show you how to root them, step-by-step. Though it sounds like it would be difficult, plumerias (aka: frangipanim, kalachuchi, or Hawaiian lei tree) are surprisingly quick and easy to propagate. Below I’ll talk about the different methods you can try, and then dive into all of the information you need to know, including my best tips for success....

Snow damage to plants can be severe, but it’s easily preventable. In this post I will show you how to protect plants from snow so that you won’t have any disheartening surprises after everything melts in the spring. Most of us forget about our gardens as soon as we’re done with our fall chores, and don’t think about them again until spring (except for day dreaming). Who can blame us. During the long winter months when we have the daunting task of clearing several inches of snow in the freezing cold, the last thing on our minds are the plants hidden under there....

It’s awful to have viable plants suffer frost damage or even die while they’re still producing and before you’re ready for the season to be over. Having a stash of homegrown zucchini you’ve blanched to keep in the freezer or canned and pickled to store in the cellar is wonderful. But when the plants themselves are frozen in your garden, that’s the – ahem – polar opposite. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

Obtained from the resin of the Boswellia tree, frankincense is used in traditional medicines and spiritual practices for a long time. It is known to have some benefits similar to the other essential oils. But the main question-Is Frankincense Safe For Cats or not remains. So, Let’s find out! About Frankincense Frankincense is a dried sap from the Boswellia trees that grow in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. It possesses high anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to the presence of compounds such as Terpenes and Boswellia acids....

Growing food-producing plants alongside native plants is a popular gardening practice. One flowering plant that is indigenous to several regions is lupine. Not only will it attract pollinators who help food production, but it also fixes nitrogen in your garden’s soil. Table of Contents Lupine is a North American favorite. Texas calls one species its state plant. In the eastern part of the country, L. perennis is a common hybrid that grows wild on dunes, open forest floors, and savannahs in the Pacific Northwest....

Marigold is a common garden plant and comes in stunning shades of yellow, orange, or red. It is popularly grown in home gardens worldwide and is often associated with the legendary brave lion. The plant is also known to stand for creativity, courage, and passion. Here are some amazing Marigold Benefits in the Garden and why you must grow one! Botanical Name: Tagetes erecta Common Names: Common Marigold, Orange Blossoms, Aztec marigold...

But this plant is not a good choice for anyone who’s looking for easy-care, low-light indoor greenery, or a houseplant that thrives on neglect. Growing gardenias indoors serves as a small reminder that you can’t be all things to all people – or to all plants. Flowering Gardenia jasminoides is a looker, with vibrant green foliage and creamy white or yellow blooms. It’s striking when displayed as part of the decor in a sunroom or cramped apartment, and the flowers are elegant floating in a bowl of water as a centerpiece....

by Matt Gibson If you live in a hot weather region, or if you are gardening in the middle of a heatwave, knowing how and when to water your plants for optimal efficiency is essential. If you know the ins and outs of how to water in hot weather conditions, you can keep your plants happy even in the most insufferable conditions. Much ado is made about knowing when to water your plants, and while timing is very important, especially in hot weather climates, knowing exactly how to water your plants is just as key....

Gardening with children is great fun and you can begin in any month of the year. From planning and craft-making to planting and harvesting, you can treat your kids to fun activities any time! When my daughter was small, we had a raised vegetable bed with a few tomato plants, peppers, and beans. When our first green pepper was ready to pick, a crow swooped down and snatched it – pepper, plant, roots – and flew off, leaving my little gardener open-mouthed and wide-eyed....

Visitors to your garden will be so impressed with your homegrown harvests! If you love mushrooms and have always been fascinated by the way they grow, it’s time to take the next step and grow your own. Foraging for mushrooms in the wild is fun, exciting, and also a wonderful way to incorporate a little exercise into your food-finding missions. But sometimes you want to be able to pick them a little closer to home – like in your own backyard, or even in your living room....

1. Grow Ornamental Vegetables Ornamental vegetables and herbs such as chard, lettuce, sorrel, kale, asparagus, tomato, sweet potato, taro, parsley, lemongrass, eggplant, cabbage can beautify your container vegetable garden. 2. Choose Beautiful Planters Select decorative and colorful pots of different shapes and designs. Also Read: Easy Container Vegetables for Balcony 3. Add Hanging Baskets Vegetables in hanging baskets increase vertical interest. Add them! You can grow tomatoes, lettuce, parsley, mint, small pepper varieties, strawberries in them...

1.Build up your garden gradually, begin with trying 2-3 plants, and understand your balconies climate and requirements of plants. Find out, what’s the face of your balcony, for example if you have an east facing balcony you’ll receive morning sun of about five hours. This helps in determining what plants you should grow. Ensure how much weight your balcony can bear, a concrete balcony is best. Before growing any plant find out how much sunlight your balcony receives....

A vegetable garden doesn’t have to purely functional, it can be beautiful too. Every year, I strive to create a colorful vegetable garden plan so that my veggie garden will look just as pretty as my flower gardens! There are tons of colorful vegetables to grow in your garden, and it’s always fun to try something new! You might just be surprised to learn that some of your favorite crops come in different colors too....

You can find vintage tea tins at thrift stores and antique shops, you can also search online to find them at low rates. Have a look at some really cute teacup garden ideas here Old Tea Tins Turned Into Fabulous Indoor Plant Homes 1. Trailing succulent in a Yellow Tea Tin Can Any trailing succulent will look fabulous in an antique tea tin. 2. Tea Tin Herb Garden Tea tins in various sizes and shapes are perfect to grow herbs of your choice....

1. DIY String Chandelier Pretty up your outdoor sitting area in the garden with these DIY string chandeliers. Get the How-to here. 2. DIY Yarn Wreath Complete this super easy yarn project, make a wreath for your front door or mantle in simple steps available here. 3. DIY Colorful Yarn Balls Create chaos of bold colors in your home and garden with these yarn balls. View the DIY article here....

The best thing about strawberries is you can grow them easily anywhere. This makes them one of the very few fruits that can be grown differently. If you are ready to experiment, we have some DIY Ideas for Growing Strawberries in a Little to No Space! Check out our article on growing Strawberries here DIY Ideas for Growing Strawberries 1. Vertical Strawberry Tube Planter All you need for this DIY idea is a few PVC pipes, a drilling machine, and of course, some gardening essentials....

Before the problem progresses that far, knowing how to spot indications of trouble in the bulbs themselves – and provide excellent care for Hippeastrum plants from the start – can help yours to avoid this fate. If you think amaryllis flowers bring a special sparkle to the holidays, you are not alone! The word amaryllis actually derives from the Greek amarysso or “to sparkle,” and this common name is certainly fitting....

Your garden is overloaded with produce during the harvest this year, and you have come to the realization that you just can’t eat that much zucchini, tomatoes, or green beans all at once. But you lack freezer space, or perhaps it’s already overflowing with earlier production. The apple tree is starting to show signs of a major overload, too, warning you that you’re going to need to do something with all of this food....