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by Erin Marissa Russell Ready to decide what you’ll plant in your garden this September? Look no further—we’ve rounded up a comprehensive breakdown of your options. Whether you’re looking for vegetables, flowers, shrubs, trees, or plants for landscaping, Gardening Channel is here to guide you through fall choices for gardeners to plant in September, whatever your USDA hardiness zone may be. Because the weather’s just turning chilly, the soil in your garden will still be warm....

By Erin Marissa Russell Ever wondered where slugs come from at night? Trying to keep your garden safe from slugs can be maddening. It seems like each night, these mollusks launch an invasion to munch on your garden’s tastiest, tenderest leaves. We’ll tell you about where slugs come from at night as well as how to keep them at bay in this article. Slugs are nocturnal creatures that come out to do their eating at night....

What do Drew Barrymore, Lenny Kravitz, and Kelly Clarkson have in common? These celebs are only three of the growing list of stars who have launched a line of home goods. Our pick: Rake Brass Chair (opens in new tab) How can a chair be rock and roll? Are You Gonna Go My Way singer Lenny Kravitz shows us how. Backed by a five-star rating, the black leather and goldware is a head-turner in any space....

Heart-shaped foliage looks adorable and gives a romantic vibe to your home. Have a look at some incredibly beautiful Red Heart Shaped Indoor Plants that you can grow with ease in your home! Check out the beautiful heart-shaped succulents here Red Heart Shaped Indoor Plants 1. Anthurium Anthurium andraeanum displays waxy, heart-shaped, bright red spathes with beautifully contrasting deep green foliage. You can grow anthuriums in water as well. Here’s all you need to know about growing Anthurium 2....

By Erin Marissa Russell When you want maximum impact from your houseplant collection, you look for plants with the biggest possible leaves. We’ve put together this list of big-leaved beauties for you to consider. Banana Tree (Musa) Yes, this is the plant that produces bananas, although a banana tree kept as a houseplant won’t create any. Look carefully into which species of banana tree you choose, as the mature sizes of banana trees can vary from heights of two to 30 feet and widths of 1 to 15 feet....

1. Raised Graden Bed DIY Create a very durable raised bed for your garden using corrugated metal, redwood and some basic hardware. Understand the procedure here. 2. Galvanized Garden Beds Another galvanized raised bed idea for your garden that lasts long and serves its purpose well. Check out the steps here. 3. Steel Planters Adorn your outdoor space with attractive galvanized steel planters. Learn more about this here. 4. Culvert Planter Reuse the leftover culverts to create these bulky planters for your outdoor container garden!...

If you want a part of your pergola or garden wall covered with vibrant red blooms, these Best Vines and Climbers with Red Flowers are perfect! Check out the Best Types of Orange Flowers here Best Vines and Climbers with Red Flowers 1. Coral Honeysuckle Vine Botanical Name: Lonicera sempervirens This vine can climb high and displays glossy green leaves with red, tubular blooms and berries. It is the favorite food source for hummingbirds and can also be a good ground cover....

Pickles taste the best when you mix fresh ingredients in them, and what could be better to add your own harvest! Here are some of the Best Plants and Trees You Should Grow for Homemade Pickles! Learn how to create a pasta garden on your small balcony here Best Plants and Trees You Should Grow for Homemade Pickles 1. Cucumber A post shared by Nicola’s Little Garden (@nicola_in_the_garden) Cucumbers are rich in antioxidants, and when pickled, they are full of good bacteria known as probiotics, which improve gut health....

Vertical Gardening Ideas for Small Urban Gardens 1. Vertical Lettuce Planter If you love to grow lettuce, herbs or other green leafy vegetables, this project is for you. With minimal space and efforts, make this vertical planter. This simple project can be completed before lunchtime. Check out the tutorial on Bonnie Plants. 2. Vertical Pallet Planter You can have different types of plants (herbs, salad greens or ornamentals) growing in a limited space you have, this way....

Adding centerpieces to your table sets a merry tone for a family gettogether bringing a beautiful vibe. Here are some unique and creative DIY Tabletop Centerpiece Ideas for Gardeners that you can use to decorate your table with flowers and plants. Check out our article on a leaf bowl centerpiece here DIY Tabletop Centerpiece Ideas for Gardeners 1. Mason Jars Centerpiece Mason jars inside a distress wooden box will make for a great looking centerpiece to keep cut flowers....

Try out these Genius Spice Rack Ideas that’ll give your kitchen the perfect makeover it needs while saving you a lot of space while doing so! Check out some brilliant space saving hacks for small kitchens here Genius Spice Rack Ideas 1. Chalkboard Spice Rack Replace your ordinary kitchen shelf with this attractive spice rack of scrap wood, stained in chalkboard paint. Click here for details! 2. Tiered Spice Rack One of the easiest ways to add maximum utility to limited space, this 3 tiered spice rack is sure to blow your mind....

Are you looking for the most purposeful houseplants to deck up your home? Check out the Best Indoor Plants for Every Room of Your House listed below! Confused about which plant for which room? Find out here Best Plants for Living Room 1. Weeping Fig Ficus Benjamina brings tropical vibes to living rooms with glossy leaves. Grow it on a bright corner with indirect sunlight. Read all about how to grow weeping figs here 2....

When I first started gardening…I sucked. I thought I was one of those people that just didn’t have a green thumb. It turns out that I was wrong, thankfully (as most of you know!) and now Epic Gardening is one of the best gardening blogs and websites online. Table of Contents But it takes quite a bit of time to learn the art and science of gardening. For years, I’ve been reading gardening books and blogs voraciously along with talking to experts in the field....

Information Are you worried that your African Violets may not be getting enough water? These popular houseplants can be picky about their moisture needs. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks through the most common symptoms that your African Violets may show when they are lacking in moisture. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: December 30, 2022 | 6 min read African Violets are one of the most popular and widely available houseplants....

One of the most popular indoor plants, Monstera plants look stunning, require low maintenance and make a great impression. If you want to make yours stand out, then we have some tips and tricks on How to Grow a Big Beautiful Monstera for you! Check out the best types of monsteras here How to Grow a Big, Beautiful Monstera A monstera plant indoors can grow 6-10 feet tall and following these monstera care tips can help you achieve that....

Most native asters used to be in the genus Aster but are now in the genus Symphoyotrichum. From here on out – or at least until they change it again – the genus Aster only refers to Old World species of asters. Regardless of the nomenclature change (and the spelling and pronunciation problems many gardeners are facing because of it), asters are one exceptional group of plants. Not only are they a good-looking and easy-natured group, they lay out the welcome mat for beneficial insects and pollinators....

Grubs, thrips, beetles, moths—gardening can be a headache sometimes! But it doesn’t have to be. If you haven’t tried beneficial nematodes before, you should consider doing so! You’re fighting nature with nature when you use beneficial nematodes, so it’s an entirely organic method that poses minimal risk. Table of Contents There are a few nematode species that won’t harm you, your pets, or your crops, so you can feel good about using them!...

One of the most popular container houseplants is the Christmas cactus. Part of the holiday cactus gang, these are epiphytic cacti that are often exchanged in the holiday season. That’s because their blooming period occurs during the season of the holiday they are named for. Table of Contents What is the lifespan of a Christmas cactus? Well, you may want to put it in your will! Christmas cacti live up to 100 years....

Fruit Looking to plant some apple trees this season, but aren't sure if they need full sun, partial shade, or full shade? Finding the perfect place for your trees can be the difference between plenty of fruit, or none at all. In this article, gardening expert Merideth Corhs looks at the sun requirements for Apple Trees in your garden. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: September 30, 2022 | 4 min read Apples are as iconic in the United States as hot dogs, hamburgers, and the 4th of July....

Growing African Violets from Leaves is a fun gardening project and if you are someone new to plants, then you will absolutely love to propagate this flowering plant! Here’s all you need to know about growing African Violets indoors Propagating African Violets from Leaves African violets can be easily grown from the leaves and you can multiply this beautiful houseplant by growing more plants from a leaf cutting. Follow the given steps:...