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Butterfly weed is one of my favorite plants that I have growing in my garden. Not only does it add amazing color to the garden, the butterflies flock to it. Plus, it’s a host plant for everyone’s favorite monarch butterfly. Collecting butterfly weed seeds is easy, and doesn’t take much effort – you just need to get the timing right. So below I’ll show you how to tell when butterfly weed seeds are ready to harvest, how to gather them, and what to do with them after you’re done collecting them....

Raised beds are planter boxes made from wood, stone or concrete, in a rectangular or curved shape. Its an enclosed arrangement filled with soil rich in organic matter for growing vegetables, fruits, and flowering plants. Let’s discuss What are Raised Beds and how you can make one or many in your garden! Have a look at raised bed gardens for the balcony here Requirements for Making Raised Beds 1. Soil The soil for raised beds should be well-draining but also have some water-retaining capacity....

Garlic, with its active sulfur compounds, is an effective organic way to get rid of pests naturally. It is easy to use and keeps the soil free from harmful chemicals. Keep reading to know in detail about How to Make and Use Garlic Water Pesticide for Plants. Check out our article on the list of natural pesticides for the garden here How to Make and Use Garlic Water Pesticide for Plants You’ll Need:...

Inevitably, when people talk about galangal, they want to compare it to ginger. And that’s understandable. Alpinia galanga If you like Southeast Asian cuisine, then you need to become good friends with galangal. This delicious rhizome is indispensable in Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Malaysian cuisine. Sure, you can buy it at just about any store with a respectable range of produce, but growing it takes relatively little effort, and you have a beautiful ornamental in the meantime....

You can succeed, but achieving success will be more difficult than it is for your fellow gardeners who are growing in easy-to-till loam. Hard, heavy earth is never going to be anyone’s first choice of growing medium for these stars of the vegetable garden. When you want to grow tomatoes but the soil in your garden is sticky and lumpy, is there any way to meet your goals? You’ll be happy to know you can grow tomatoes in clay soil!...

Rainwater is the best type of water to use on houseplants. In the summer, I use the water from my rain barrels and my houseplants love it. Unfortunately, during the winter the water in my rain barrels would be frozen solid if I left them outside here in MN. So, as an alternative to using rainwater, I melt snow during the winter to use for watering my houseplants. Well, guess what – melted snow water is good for plants too!...

One of the most interesting houseplants out there is the prayer plant. The plant’s leaves have a similar structure in comparison to those of a rubber plant, but their coloration is striking and stark. When it comes to indoor plants, prayer plants are sure to accent any area. Table of Contents While the prayer plant may be slightly more difficult to care for than pothos or philodendron, it’s prayer plant care isn’t difficult....

By Jennifer Poindexter Do you have a shrub that needs a hard prune? Are you worried about causing damage to the hedge in the process of trying to help it? Thankfully, there are a few tips you can try to ensure you help the plant without harming it. If this task is on your to-do list, don’t put it off any longer. Approach your hedge with confidence as you remove the necessary segments and encourage new growth....

There are ways to address the leggy growth that’s plaguing your plants. African violets are a treat when they’re happily in bloom. But when they’re unhappy, they can be downright strange looking. They can grow long stems and long petioles that make the plant look like an entirely different species. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Is your string of pearls plant dying or just not thriving? Well don’t worry, because this article is going to explain how to identify why your plant is struggling and teach you simple, practical steps to nurse your string of pearls plant (Senecio rowleyanus), back to health. Why Is Your String Of Pearls Plant Dying? The most common causes are: OverwateringUnderwateringToo much lightNot enough lightHeavy soilPotting Problems PestsHumidityHeatFertilizer If your string of pearls plant is dying or failing, all you need to do is examine your plant to work out which of the above issues is causing the problem....

by Matt Gibson About Bacterial Speck Bacterial speck of tomato plant is not a very common tomato disease, but it does occasionally occur in modern home gardens in the right conditions. Bacterial speck is similar to bacterial spot and bacterial canker, but is easy to distinguish based on the symptoms. The culprit of the disease is the bacteria Pseudomonas syringae pv. The symptoms are small spots that appear on the leaves of the tomato plant, which are distinctly smaller than the spots that occur with bacterial spot and bacterial canker....

While there are a lot of variables involved, most gardeners in the continental US will be able to grow a fall garden if we plan it right! After a long summer growing season, when autumn rolls around, planting a fall garden might be the last thing you want to do. But autumn can be the perfect time for gardening. The soil is still warm and the milder temperatures more pleasant....

Rubber Plants are a longtime favorite houseplant. As an owner, it’s distressing to lose even one of their beautiful, distinctive leaves. Unfortunately leaf shedding is a common problem. If you’ve noticed your Rubber Plant losing leaves, then read on to learn how to fix the issue and prevent it from happening again. Why Is Your Rubber Plant Losing Leaves? The type of leaf damage can indicate the problem. Yellowed, mushy leaves signal overwatering; crispy foliage points to underwatering....

Sometimes the most effective tool you require for gardening may be sitting comfortably in your bathroom or discarded like trash! Surprised? Here are some really good Toothbrush Uses in the Garden. Check out some creative Dollar store ideas for the garden here Toothbrush Uses in the Garden 1. Pollinate Tomatoes and Peppers Use an old electric toothbrush attachment to help pollinate peppers, tomatoes, strawberries, and eggplants. Just place it behind a cluster of flowers and turn it on for just 3 seconds....

You can add a lush appeal to your diner with the addition of plants in different styles by taking inspiration from these awesome Pictures of House Plants in the Dining Room! Here are the best indoor plants for Dining Room Spectacular Pictures of House Plants in the Dining Room 1. Potted Plants on a Dark Wall 2. Modern Dining Table with Corner Plant 3. Monstera in a Compact Dining Room 4....

Container plants come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors. It can be overwhelming to figure out which are the best plants for your containers. So I put together a list of my favorite outdoor plants for pots to help you get started. Shopping for container garden plants is fun, and it’s exciting to find new combos to try every summer. Everyone strives to grow gorgeous outdoor planters, which makes container gardening extremely popular....

1. Little Farmer Basket Take a wooden wine box, and paint it with the color of your choice. Then, fill it with herbs, flowering plants, and gardening essentials like trowels and spade. You can also include some little treats inside to make one of the best creative DIY Christmas gifts for gardeners! Read this article for details. 2. DIY Basket Made from Garden Hose Here’s a unique way to transform your garden hose into a useful basket, with the help of zip ties....

Flowers Are you thinking of planting some coneflowers in your garden this season? There are a number of different types of perennial coneflowers you can grow, depending on your climate. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through some of the top types of coneflower, with names and pictures of each! By Jill Drago Last updated: December 1, 2022 | 12 min read While choosing a coneflower to grow in your garden you may find yourself a bit overwhelmed!...

Recent studies have shown that time spent in green spaces helps to alleviate anxiety and support healthy cognitive functioning as well. Did you know that even if you don’t have lots of sunlight coming through your windows, you can still grow lush plants indoors? Yes, foliage has had a place in dim corners of stylish homes since Victorian days, livening up the decor and even helping to reduce stress levels....

You could base your choice on looks, how quickly it matures, or its flavor. Sampling the first crisp, sweet radish from your own garden is pure delight. I would argue that it’s the top springtime taste sensation for the vegetable gardener. But the best radish variety to enjoy for that spring ritual? You’ll get no argument from me there. Nor will I quibble if you prefer a type known as a “winter” radish....