Table of Contents Imagine an ancient stone cottage surrounded by a formal garden with English ivy covering the walls. A fantastic climbing vine, it develops rootlets as it grows, allowing it to cling to stone, wood, or nearly anything else. Over time, it spreads and covers a wall or fence. And yet there are problems. Not only will it cover the side of your house, but if left untamed, it will conquer your entire property....
Do you want to know how to Unfurl Any Plant’s Leaf? Well, we have a super secret that we’ll reveal in this article! It works for all the plants! Learn How to Get Bird of Paradise to Bloom here Why Do Leaves Stay Closed? It will be a point of concern if your plant’s leaves are not opening, though it doesn’t indicate any severe health problem. This issue can be rapidly resolved, helping your plant to resume growth....
Also called pak choi or horse’s ear, and regarded as a variety of Chinese cabbage as well, this veggie grows vibrant, rounded leaves borne on white or light green stems. In Cantonese, the words “pak choi” translate to “white vegetable.” Bok choy is a member of one of my favorite vegetable families, the brassica family. It calls three of the most popular vegetables its own: broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower. Oh, and don’t forget cabbage!...
Any of these situations can be frustrating, but I’ve pinpointed nine possible reasons that might be keeping your crocuses from blooming. There’s nothing like watching brilliant crocus flowers bloom through a field of snow. But what if you spend time planting crocuses in the fall and wait eagerly all winter… only to see a blank field staring back at you in February, March, April, and well into May? Or maybe your crocuses bloomed perfectly the first year, but now they’re struggling to bud and flower....
Flowers Did you plant some peonies this season, but want to find out how to get the most out of their blooms? These prolific bloomers can be the star of any garden, with proper care. In this article, certified master gardener and peony enthusiast Laura Elsner walks through her top tips for big, beautiful, and blooming peonies! By Laura Elsner Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 8 min read If you’ve planted peonies this season, you likely want to maximize their bright, beautiful colors, and keep them blooming as long as you can....
Like every month, we bring you the best Balcony Gardens of March 2022 from Instagram that you can get ideas from to revamp yours! Have a look at the best balcony gardens of February 2022 here Best Balcony Gardens of March 2022 from Instagram 1. Hanging Planters and Colored Tires A post shared by InterioBoom Home Decor (@interioboom) 2. A Serbian Balcony A post shared by Jelena Kolarov (@jelena_kolarov) 3. Making the Best Use of Space A post shared by Your Agent Asila Sayedi (@asil_properties_llc)...
Here are some nifty DIY Mini Indoor Greenhouses that are perfect for small spaces to grow your favorite houseplants without worrying about the cold! Learn to make a greenhouse for the tender seedlings like here Beautiful DIY Mini Indoor Greenhouses 1. Gold Painted Mini Indoor Greenhouse Tania from Run to Radiance shows how to make this good-looking gold-painted mini indoor greenhouse. A nice project for limited-space gardeners! You can start your seeds in it or keep your indoor plants....
If you want to bring greenery indoors but with a twist, then follow these Amazing Hoya Plant Ideas to add drama and style to your home! Have a look at the Best Hoyas here Amazing Hoya Plant Ideas 1. Train the Plant to be a Magnificent Circular Specimen! Learn how to grow Hoya Joy here 2. Let it Dangle Down a Hanging Basket 3. Grow it in a Small Pot on a Wooden Log 4....
Have a look at more great Fairy Garden Ideas for kids here DIY Miniature Fairy Garden Ideas 1. Turn Beach Stones Into Sparkly Fairy Gems Paint beach stones and use them creatively in a fairy garden like this. Click here for details! 2. Easy Fairy Garden This easy-to-make fairy garden requires a round shallow terracotta planter, fairy figurines, and few other supplies. 3. Miniature Terrarium Fairy Garden Make a beautiful fairy garden inside a terrarium....
If you too are facing the problem of your Basil Leaves Turning Black or Brown, then you are at the right post! Here are all the details on why it happens and how to keep this herb plant thriving. Have a look at the best basil harvesting tips and tricks here Basil Leaves Turning Black or Brown: Reasons and Solutions 1. Bacterial and Downy Mildew Infections Many bacterial infections are responsible for black spots on basil leaves....
The first type is Zantedeschia aethiopica. Also known as the arum lily, this species features beautiful, waxy, white to pale pink spathes on tall, sturdy stalks amid large mounds of handsome, dark green foliage. Admired by garden enthusiasts around the world, calla lilies are prized for their highly ornate flowers and lush foliage. Frost-tender perennials, there are two main types commonly cultivated by home gardeners – and there’s a bit of confusion about whether they can overwinter in place....
Vegetables Thinking of planting some brussel sprouts in your garden this season, but not sure if these two plants are quite compatible together? In this article, gardening expert and homesteader Merideth Cohrs examines if it's a good idea to plant brussel sprouts next to your tomatoes this season! By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: September 1, 2022 | 4 min read Brussels sprouts are really quite an interesting plant. Sprouts might look like small cabbages, but they certainly do not grow similarly....
Canning peppers is quick and easy, and you’ll get to enjoy them for several months. In this post, I’ll show you step by step exactly how to do it. If you love adding peppers to your meals, then this detailed tutorial about canning them is for you. It’s faster and easier to do than you might think, and it’s a great way to keep the ones you grow in your garden, or preserve grocery store produce so you have it on hand whenever you need it....
Waiting for dill seeds to form Once your dill plants start to flower, they will attract a TON of beneficial insects to the garden. My plants are always abuzz with bees and other beneficial insects. Ladybugs, tachinid flies, green lacewings, and hoverflies, which help to control aphid populations, all love dill flowers. The flowers stick around for a while and take some time to mature, so you need to be patient while the seeds form....
Wheat is a major food crop and has been cultivated all around the world for thousands of years. There are all types of wheat and they each have their characteristics on what their flour is best suited for such as in pasta, bread, or pastries. Today we will focus on growing wheat that is best used for baking bread! Table of Contents Growing your own wheat grain takes you one step closer to self-sufficiency and the end results are worth the effort....
QUESTION: How do you take care of cabbage plants? Do they need a special fertilizer and how do you apply it? -Frank R ANSWER: Improve the soil before planting by mixing in an aged compost or manure that is completely decomposed to avoid burning the plants. Till the soil to make sure that it is well-draining, as roots that stand in water will cause the heads to split or rot. If starting seeds indoors, sow one-fourth of an inch deep about six to eight weeks before the last spring frost....
Certain species of honeysuckle, while lovely in their native habitat, have become invasive nuisances that are wreaking absolute havoc in some areas. Diervilla and Lonicera spp. With its honey-sweet fragrance, colorful blossoms, and graceful vining growth habit, it’s easy to fall in love with honeysuckle. So many people have a cherished memory of sipping the sweet nectar from the flowers, or reveling in the perfumed summer air. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
Why grow mint indoors Mint (Mentha species) is a perennial that produces new foliage all year long if the stems are not killed by frost, making it one of the easiest herbs to grow inside. There are hundreds of different species, hybrids, and cultivars of mint. Some are more common than others when it comes to their flavor and popularity. Unlike many other herbs, mint is very easy to grow indoors, as long as you give the plant enough light and consistent moisture (more on both of these in a later section)....
Maybe you’re new to growing this garden favorite, or an old hand who wants to improve your harvests with bigger yields of better-tasting produce. You’ve heard the jokes about what to do with too many zucchini. But – for many of us veggie garden lovers, at least – there is no such thing! Just one of the many members of the summer squash family, zucchini is a fair representation of the qualities we love about these fruits....
Easy to grow, these plants prefer locations with full sun to part shade and moist soil that is not overly fertile. There are about 80 species from which to choose in a varied color palette that includes orange, red, and yellow. Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum spp.) are edible flowering perennials suited to cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11. They may be grown as annuals in all temperate regions. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
