In this guide, we’ll share everything you need to know to grow bird of paradise successfully indoors. If you’ve fallen in love with bird of paradise plants but live in a cold climate, you can grow these tropical beauties indoors as houseplants. Given enough sunlight and the right conditions, the plant will put on a vibrant display of flowers, lending an atmosphere of tropical bliss to the interior of your home....
Without further ado, let’s get into what Cleome is all about, and what you can do with it in your landscape. Cleome hassleriana I’ll admit that I didn’t think I liked Cleome at first, but it quickly moved up my dance card as my go-to option whenever conditions allowed it in my landscaping work. It’s an attractive plant with unique characteristics. It’s tall but not too tall, has unusual flowers without being showy about it, and requires very little (if any) care during the growing season....
By Jennifer Poindexter Have you considered growing gourds in your garden? A lot of people think they’re pretty but aren’t sure what to do with the gourds once they’ve matured. With some gourds, such as the luffa, it’s obvious how to utilize them. You can make homemade sponges or even soaps with this type of gourd. But what about other gourd varieties? If you dry them, you can use them for a multitude of projects....
While the soil itself isn’t alive, we tend to forget that it contains living microorganisms that are an essential part of the tiny little ecosystem we are striving to create. Soil is a vitally important element in gardening, whether you’re growing plants in the ground, in a big container, or constrained in a tiny pot. But it’s particularly essential to get it right when growing bonsai. Because there is so little of it in the pot, there is hardly any room for error....
Houseplants Do you want to know how to grow and care for your Hoya plant? With many different species to choose from, there is a lot to consider when purchasing these popular plants. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton covers planting, types of Hoyas, care and propagating as well as troubleshooting to ensure you keep your Hoya happy and thriving. By Madison Moulton Last updated: October 11, 2022 | 31 min read Thick, juicy leaves, interesting shapes, stunning blooms, and a wonderful scent – there is so much to love about the Hoya genus....
Shrubs Thinking of adding some oakleaf hydrangeas to your garden this season, but aren't sure where to start? This species is a favorite amongst many gardeners, so it's important to start off on the right track if you are adding them to your garden this season. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through how to plant, grow, and care for Oakleaf Hydrangeas. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 9 min read In a sea of blue mophead hydrangeas and lush round leaves, oakleaf hydrangeas can really stand out....
Sure, every year the number of cloves you end up with increases, but it’s not by a lot, and it can take a long time to significantly increase your planting stock without buying more seed garlic. Propagating garlic is very straightforward. Where I get hung up usually has to do with deciding how many cloves to spare from the kitchen knife to plant back out. And I love these tasty flavor bombs, so it’s a battle between the taste buds of the present and future....
As cheerful and innocuous as the lowly dandelion is, it ranks among America’s most hated plants. People will resort to almost anything to get rid of them, from prying them up by their seemingly endless taproots to dousing them with toxic chemicals. The things we’ll do for a pure lawn. But as most modern herbalists know, the dandelion is, in fact, a tasty, nutritious, useful, and above all, healthful herb....
Summertime is approaching and bringing the sweltering heat with it. We’ll be reaching for ice cream, ice buckets, and … ice plants! Their flowers won’t cool your garden down, but they do add an icy appearance. Each petal is covered with translucent hairs that shimmer like ice crystals in the sunlight. Any ice plant variety you choose is sure to make a splash in your summer garden! Table of Contents...
Information Trying to figure out if you should put some epsom salt on your tomatoes in your garden this season, but aren't sure if epsom salt is good or bad for tomatoes? In this article, suburban homesteader and gardening expert Merideth Cohrs examines the controversial topic of using epsom salt when growing tomatoes. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: October 25, 2022 | 9 min read Tomatoes are iconic for the home gardener....
According to the the US Fish and Wildlife Service that these insects contributed to the production of around nineteen billion dollars worth of foodstuffs in 2010 in the US alone. To understand why we need the little bumblebee, we need to understand how it helps us and why it is in danger. If the bee faces extinction, then the planet risks losing a great variety of foodstuffs. We enjoy the beautiful flowers in our gardens but most of them need to be pollinated to survive....
But these beauties have a place in the home garden, too. You take the amber waves of grain. I think the most beautiful farm view in America is a glorious field of blooming black oil sunflowers. This variety of Helianthus annuus, the common sunflower, is the most popular type for commercial growers involved in vegetable oil production. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
In this article, we’re going to discuss the signs and symptoms that indicate that something is amiss, and how to address them, so you can feel more confident in coming to the rescue. Is your container-grown camellia looking unhappy? After all of the love and care you’ve given it, the last thing you want is to see it die especially when the problem could be something that is easily fixed....
From over 500 species from aloe genus, we’ve selected 23 types of aloe varieties that you can grow in containers, indoors or outdoors. 1. Sunset Aloe Botanical Name: Aloe dorotheae Ultimate Height and Spread: Around 12 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide Container Size: Small to Medium Sunset aloe is an evergreen succulent variety that turns light green when grown in partial shade but terrific glossy red in full sun....
These useful Uses of Chickens in the Garden can help you in a lot of ways to maintain your yard! We have included the best ones! Check out some amazing used of Charcoal in the Garden here Uses of Chickens in the Garden 1. Composting Oxygen is a necessity for compost to disintegrate. The more air it gets, the faster it forms. Compost turning is a time-consuming task, but the good news is that chickens can help you out!...
Winter can be extremely difficult for most plants to survive, including succulents. The growth process is hindered, and the plant can freeze out. However, several succulents can thrive well in freezing cold temperatures, too. Check out these Cold Hardy Succulents for Winters in our compiled list. Want to grow stunning black succulents? To know more, click here Cold Hardy Succulents for Winters 1. Queen Victoria Agave Botanical Name: Agave victoriae-reginae...
If you want to add a certain sheen to your indoor plant collection then include these Silver Leaf Houseplants for a touch of class and elegance. Have a look at some great bronze leaves houseplants here Classy Silver Leaf Houseplants 1. Silver Cloud Botanical Name: Pilea pubescens ‘Silver Cloud’ Like the name, the pretty silver leaves with contrasting red shade on the back make this variety quite exquisite. Here are some amazing Pilea varieties you can grow 2....
1. DIY Outdoor Bench Check out this simple and easy DIY Outdoor Bench idea by The Basement. This exceptional bench can be made within one hour! 2. Pallet Bench Project Create this simple, raw finished pallet bench project and make a sitting arrangement for a family gathering or function! Check out the tutorial here. 3. Modern Bench Planter Modernize the look of your garden or house using this DIY Modern Bench Planter....
by Jennifer Poindexter I call it the “drab” time of year. It’s the time of year when summer is drawing to a close but fall hasn’t quite arrived. The time of year when summer gardens are winding down but fall gardens haven’t started looking lush yet. It’s also the time of year when our gardens and homes can look a little dull because the summer flowers are finishing up, but the fall flowers haven’t quite started showing off yet....
These Indoor Garden Decoration Ideas will surely help you display your plants in style while making the best use of the available space. Here are the Best Indoor Herbs that Grow on Winter Windowsill Indoor Garden Decoration Ideas 1. Pair Plants with Picture Frames Easy and decorative, this is one of the best Indoor Garden Decoration Ideas you can copy. Add picture frames to the wall and keep a plant on the table!...
