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Harvesting kohlrabi may sound intimidating, but it’s actually very easy. In this post, I’ll show how to tell when they are ready, the best way to pick them, and even give you tips for using and storing your garden fresh kohlrabi harvest. Despite how it may sound, the steps for harvesting kohlrabi are actually very simple and straightforward. But, since they don’t change colors or ripen when they’re ready, it’s hard to know when the best time is to pick them....

If you want to be a successful indoor gardener, then it’s best to start with easy houseplants. I wanted to create a list to get you started. So below you will find some of my favorites, and they are all very low-maintenance. The best part is that there are so many wonderful, easy to care for houseplants out there that you can build up quite a nice collection. Heck, a few of them will even flower for you if you’re nice enough to them....

Do you have broken containers? Instead of throwing them, recycle! You’ve no idea that you can create amazing stuff for your garden from them easily. We’ve some cool Broken Pot Ideas for you to check out! Check out some incredible coffee mug ideas for the garden here Incredible Broken Pot Ideas 1. Make a Spilled Flower Pot Making a spilled flower pot is one of the best ideas to make with a pot that is half broken from the other side....

Unlike commercial pesticides, neem oil is entirely safe and natural, absolutely free from harmful chemicals. Also, it’s more effective than any other organic pest repellent available. Here are the best Neem Oil Uses for the garden! Have a look at the best cinnamon uses in the garden here What is Neem Oil? If you are into organic gardening, you must know about Neem oil uses in the garden. Neem oil is a natural pesticide derived from the Neem Tree seeds....

Do you have a patch in your garden that falls under shade for the most part of the day? You may be wrong if you think it is a useless space and you cannot grow anything. Check out the Vegetables that Grow in the Shade in our article on Best Shade Loving Vegetables. Check out our list of edible plants that grow best in the shade here Best Vegetables that Grow in Shade Do note that these vegetables need comparatively less light than the veggies that love to be in full sun....

Fruit Are you thinking about adding some fruit trees to your garden or fruit orchard this season? Fruit trees can take time to grow, but there are some that produce fruit faster than others. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at some of the fastest-growing fruit trees you can plant. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: January 10, 2023 | 16 min read Growing fruit trees, bushes, and shrubs at home can be incredibly rewarding....

The world of Asian vegetables can seem a bit intimidating if you haven’t grown up around it. But there is such variety, uniqueness, and flavor in them that they are well worth a quick study! Some even have purported medicinal qualities. Table of Contents Asian vegetables can be hard to find outside of the countries where they originate, and not all cities have stores specializing in importing exotic vegetables. Growing in your own backyard can often be the best bet, not just in terms of being able to find the special vegetables called for in a recipe....

If you are looking for stunning options to display your green buddies in style, find some Incredible Houseplant Centerpiece Ideas Every Plant Grower Should See in the article below! Check out some DIY tabletop centerpiece garden ideas here Incredible Houseplant Centerpiece Ideas Every Plant Grower Should See 1. Orchids in Glossy Metal Planter Find out some cool orchid planter ideas here 2. Stunning Peace Lilies in a Copper Tub 3. Fern in a Rustic Urn Planter 4....

Castor oil is not limited to its use in beauty products, and there are many ways you can use it, your yard included! Let’s have a look at some of the Best Castor Oil Uses in the Garden! Have a look at the best coconut oil uses in the garden here Castor Oil Uses in the Garden 1. Revive Ferns Castor oil can come in handy to fern fronds and make them look lush again....

Planning a Cottage Garden: A traditional English cottage garden may look natural, but it’s really organized chaos and requires a little planning. Here are a few tips on planning and planting the perfect cottage garden. Start small – A cottage garden isn’t a no-maintenance space. Once planted, you’ll need to make sure plants are supported, beds are weeded, and spent blooms are deadheaded. Therefore, it pays to start small. Begin with a bed or two, expanding as you’re able....

What is a Cissus discolor plant? Cissus discolor is the botanical name for a lovely tropical vine known as the rex begonia vine or the tapestry vine. Through this plant is completely unrelated to actual rex begonias, the leaves are multi-colored and have an appearance very similar to a rex begonia, hence the common name. A native of Southeast Asia, including Java and Cambodia, this vining plant is more closely related to a grape plant than it is to a begonia (it’s in the Vitaceae family)....

Coleus is a gorgeous ornamental plant with many different forms depending on the variety. Its colorful foliage is what makes people want to nurture an indoor coleus plant or grow them outdoors. If you’re aesthetically specific when it comes to gardening, chances are there are coleus varieties that suit your preferred look. Table of Contents But what is this plant? Sometimes called painted nettle, they are multi-hued, stunning plants grown for their leaves rather than flowers....

What are hanging succulent plants Succulent plants have thick, fleshy leaves that store moisture. Because of this trait, most are drought tolerant and make low care houseplants. Hanging succulent plants are those with stems that trail over the sides of their pot. Some types of succulents mound over the edges of their containers while others can spill several feet down. There are many types of succulents with trailing stems and the most popular hanging types include string of pearls, Christmas cactus, and string of dophins....

Aloe Vera is a popular houseplant because it’s hardy, tolerant, and easy to care for, and its unique shape and texture make for attractive potted plants. Plus, it’s great to have on hand because you can use Aloe Vera gel for skin healing and moisturizing. If you just got a new, young Aloe Vera houseplant, you’ll naturally be wondering excitedly how long it will take to grow. How fast does Aloe Vera grow?...

With incredible vigor, hardiness, and the ability to grow in a ridiculously vast range of conditions, Parthenocissus tricuspidata will coat structures, cover the ground, and crawl over your pesky landscape deformities. It’ll even keep buildings cool in the summertime! Parthenocissus tricuspidata Growing plants in soil is fun… but how about growing plants up buildings? If you’re looking for a plant that’s tough, visually stunning, and capable of adhering to vertical surfaces like a botanical Spider-Man, then Boston ivy is all you need....

However, these beauties, sometimes known as “fancy” types, can be grown in containers in areas where you spend part of the year walking in a winter wonderland. Hibiscus spp. You might think tropical hibiscus can only be grown in places like Hawaii, Florida, southern Texas, and California, where the sun shines and the snow steers clear pretty much year-round. These symbols of the tropics are native to regions that retain warmth and humidity through most or all of the year, so if you live in a warm climate such as USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11, you can plant them right in the ground....

by Saffyre Falkenberg Hellebores are a perennial flower planted in the late fall. They can bloom as early as Christmastime but typically bloom in the early spring. Despite its roselike blooms, hellebores are more closely related to the ranunculus than the rose. Hellebores originate from regions in Eastern Europe and Asia, and references to the hellebore go back to Ancient Greek mythology. All parts of the plant are toxic, especially if ingested....

But regardless of what it’s officially called, rosemary is still one of the most rewarding herbs to grow in the garden. Salvia rosmarinus (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis) It’s official. Rosemary has been stripped of its own genus. As of 2017, thanks to botanical DNA testing, its taxonomy has changed – but not much else. It’s still the same beloved, fragrant herb with a bittersweet, piney flavor. It still makes an outstanding, aromatic ornamental....

The steps for harvesting parsley are simple, and it will only take a few minutes of your time. After picking the fresh sprigs from your garden, you can add it into whatever dish you would like. One of the beautiful things about parsley is that it will continue to grow new sprigs, even after you have cut some from your plant. So you can enjoy it all season long. Read on to find out the best ways to harvest parsley from your garden....

Houseplants Are you propagating your Alocasia this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? There are two different common methods you can use to accomplish this task. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton guides you through Alocasia propagation via division and corms. By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 4, 2022 | 9 min read There are so many houseplants to choose from, but few are as diverse as Alocasia....