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Research at the Department of Horticulture Sciences, Korea, reveals that growing Houseplants to Improve your Mental Health is the best way to lower daily stress. Active interaction with indoor plants can reduce physiological and psychological stress compared with mental work. Let’s have a look at the best ones you can grow! Find out NASA Recommended Indoor Plants here Scientific Studies that Prove How Houseplants Improve your Mental Health A report by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center states that plants can improve your mood, making you feel happier and more optimistic....

These 13 houseplants are fashionable and amazing to look at because of their large foliage. Check out their names below. Have a look at some of the best big leaf outdoor plants here Plants’ Leaves that are Bigger Than Your Head 1. Round-Leaf Calathea Botanical Name: Calathea orbifolia The large orb-shaped, really wide, leathery foliage with creamy light-green stripes of this calathea look bigger than the head. It prefers humid conditions and well-draining soil....

Two-in-one blooms can add a lot of appeal to the space, especially if you will add other colorful hues with them! Here are the Best Purple and White Flowers to render a royal look to the space! Have a look at the best purple flowers here Best Purple and White Flowers Some of the flowers on this list may have a hint of blue and violet in their shade and may not be exactly purple....

by Erin Marissa Russell You may notice that deer visit your garden most between the months of October and February. This is because deer have less to eat in their usual habitat during the wintertime. They may even eat plants that are usually not palatable to them when their usual food supplies are low enough. Any plant, even a “deer-resistant” species, is vulnerable to being eaten by deer at only a few weeks old....

One of the great things about houseplants is that they can add so much to the decor of your home. They provide texture, color, interest and variety. The same should be true for the pots you put your plants in. I’m obsessed with modern, simple design when it comes to home decor, and I love using modern indoor planters to accent simple styling. It took us a long time to decorate our home properly as we like to research our choices endlessly and want to make every choice well considered....

Adding butterfly flowers and host plants is the best way to attract these stunning creatures to your yard. You’re sure to find tons of great options that will keep them coming back for more with this list of the best butterfly plants. The right plants and flowers will attract multiple generations of butterflies, and fill your yard with their timeless beauty year after year. But you have to choose wisely, because there are certain types they like better than others....

If you like the charm of light-colored blooms, here are some amazing Vines with White Flowers to climb on pergolas, trellises, arbors, and walls! Take a look at white flower pictures from Instagram here Vines with White Flowers 1. Southern Dewberry Botanical Name: Rubus trivialis Dewberry is a perennial vine that can produce small, ornamental white flowers in spring or late winter. It needs abundant moisture and is used in xeriscaping....

If you are looking for some out-of-box Ideas for Styling Indoor Plants, then don’t look elsewhere! We have the best ones for you here! Have a look at some brilliant space-saving indoor plant ideas here! Best Ideas for Styling Indoor Plants 1. Grow Plants in Terrariums Growing plants in terrariums are the easiest way to style them in minutes! Check the best DIY terrarium ideas here. Have a look at the most beautiful pictures of wine glass terrariums here 2....

These DIY Lawn and Garden Edging Ideas are the best to add some bling to your yard! They are also easy on the pocket! Check out some DIY sprinkler system ideas for lawns here DIY Lawn and Garden Edging Ideas 1. Rubber Garden Edging Get ready-made garden edging sections from the market and use them around the flowers. Do not forget to check out salvage yards to get these for cheap....

Seed Germination Tips 1. Quality Seeds Ensure the seeds you are sowing are not old. Buying quality seeds is also important. This not only improves the germination rate but the plants grow from them remain healthy. 2. Seed Germination Temperature Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is around 60 -70 F (15-20 C). However, most of the seeds can germinate when the temperature remains in the range of 45-85 F (7-30 C)....

Table of Contents Asparagus is a great crop to grow. This perennial produces delicious spears every year in the spring. But there is a down side to growing this phenomenal edible… the asparagus beetle. You might not be alarmed when you see the first couple asparagus beetles, but if they’re not dealt with quickly, you will have a perennial problem right along with your perennial vegetables. So what can you do to battle the beetle?...

QUESTION: Can you freeze a cabbage? How to I need to prepare it and does it need to be blanched? -Hollie L ANSWER: Freezing cabbage is a simple process that allows you to have access to cabbage long after the growing season. When selecting cabbages for freezing, look for dense, solid cabbage heads that feel heavy for their size. You want the freshest heads possible, with good color, never dingy or yellow looking cabbage heads....

Canning cherry tomatoes isn’t difficult, and it’s a great way to use them throughout the year. Once you learn how, you’ll have plenty on hand whenever you need them. Learning how to can cherry tomatoes is an important skill, especially for gardeners, since they are so prolific. That way you can use them up without any waste, and enjoy them year round. There are many recipes you could add them to, or you can simply eat them right out of the jar....

By growing on your balcony, you’re beautifying a space that’s otherwise pretty drab. On top of that, you’re able to accomplish these things: Reduce noise pollution by growing living barricades Make it harder for pests to reach your garden Provide a bit of food for yourself and reduce your “food miles” Planning your balcony garden Your first major consideration when growing on a balcony is whether the balcony itself can support what you’re growing....

Amla, or the Indian Gooseberry, is arguably the most important medicinal plant for traditional Ayurveda medicine. Almost all parts of the tree help treat many diseases. However, the fruit is very important as it contains Vitamin C. Here is a simple guide for you to learn everything about How to Grow Indian Gooseberry, as Growing Amla Tree is beneficial in many ways! Botanical Name: Phyllanthus Emblica USDA Zones: 9-11 Common Names: Amalaki, Amblabaum, Amla, Amla Berry, Aonla, Avola, Arbre de Malacca, Arbre Myrobolan, Dhatriphala, Emblic, Emblica, Emblica Officinalis, Emblic Myrobalan, Groseille à Maquereau Indienne, Groseille Indienne, Groseillier de Ceylan, Grosella de la India, Indian-Gooseberry, Mirobalano, Myrobalan Emblic, Mirobalanus embilica, Neli, Phyllanthus Emblica, Yu Gan Zi...

If you are looking for easy-to-grow aromatic herbs that you can harvest in your garden year-round, cilantro (coriandrum sativum) is a great choice. With the right conditions, growing cilantro indoors rapidly supplies gardeners of both the indoor and outdoor variety an ample herb supply. Table of Contents Although its origins are difficult to pinpoint, most botanists agree that cilantro hails from the Middle East to the Mediterranean. It is an annual herb that prefers well-drained soil....

Whether you want to use a Lion’s Mane Mushroom Kit, or whether you want to attempt growing lion’s mane mushrooms with your own substrate, you are sure to be rewarded. I love using fresh lion’s mane as a meat substitute, or simply to enjoy their flavor as it is. Having a stock to pull from at home is incredible, especially because they have so many health benefits! Table of Contents...

Heart leaf philodendrons are wonderful vining plants that can thrive for decades with the right care. In this post, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about how to grow them, so you can have the best success. The beautiful leaves on long vines make the heart leaf philodendron easy to love. They’re also simple to care for, even for beginners. Below you’ll learn how to care for your heart leaf philodendron including water, light, and soil requirements, as well as tips on growing them like a pro....

Plants Thinking of planting some hostas in your garden but aren't sure which variety to choose? The good news is that there are over 3,000 different types of hosta cultivars to choose from! In this article, certified master gardener and hosta expert Laura Elsner takes walks through her favorite hosta varieties. By Laura Elsner Last updated: July 20, 2022 | 15 min read Hostas are the unequivocal rulers of the shade....

Just when you think you have the perfect tomatoes, you notice your plants are under attack. There are 2 main culprits: tomato pests and diseases. There’s nothing more humbling than the tomato growing experience. One minute they look great, and the next they’re on the verge of rotting. Every gardener has been there. But, you don’t need to go through this. Now that you’re here, you can learn how to deal with bugs and tomato plant diseases....