I’m going to fill you in on everything you’ll need to know about growing this tree as a houseplant – and then you can let the green fronds of this small tree fill as many corners of your home as you like! Chamaedorea elegans Parlor palms have a long history as houseplants – and not without reason. These plants add lush green foliage to our households, can adapt to a variety of conditions, and are supremely easy to care for....
Whether you are adding it to a collection of prayer plants or if this is your first Marantaceae specimen, I’ll share everything you need to know to grow and care for this species. Goeppertia insignis (aka Calathea insignis) With its long leaves and striking pattern, rattlesnake plant should be an essential member of your prayer plant collection. What? You don’t have a prayer plant collection? What a feat of restraint!...
By Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell One of the most perfect vegetables to grow in the fall garden, rutabagas are a natural cross between the cabbage and the turnip. Rutabagas were one of the first crops that were used as Jack-o-lanterns, often carved for decorative purposes just like pumpkins. They ripen during cool autumn weather and their best flavor only develops after a little bit of exposure to frost. Known by a long list of names, most of which refer to them as some kind of turnip, the Rutabaga is also known as Russian turnip, Swedish turnip, Swedes, winter turnip, yellow turnip, and Canadian turnip....
They can be grown as perennials in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10, and annuals in other temperate areas, so they bring versatility too! Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are the life of the garden party, bringing sweet fragrance, height, bold splashes of color, and unique bloom shapes. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. The best way to propagate them is via their tiny seeds, and we’ll discuss exactly how to do that below....
Vegetables Are you thinking of growing sweet potatoes in pots or containers this season? If you are short on space, growing sweet potatoes in a container garden is entirely possible. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Sarah Hyde takes you through 8 simple steps for growing fantastic sweet potatoes in containers! By Sarah Hyde Last updated: June 15, 2022 | 8 min read Sweet potatoes are an incredible crop to grow at home....
USDA Zones — 9-11 Difficulty — Moderate Soil Type — Slightly Acidic to Neutral About Ylang Ylang Native to Southeast Asia, Ylang-Ylang (Cananga odorata) is a tropical tree belongs to Annonaceae family (sugar-apple family). The name ylang-ylang means ‘flowers of flowers.’ It produces highly fragrant flowers of pale green color, which turns yellow afterwards. Its sweet scent can be smelt from far-far away and more intense and wide when damp wind gust around....
Are you looking for ways to attract different birds to your yard? With this easy to make DIY Hanging Bird Water Feeder, you’d be able to do so with just a handful of supplies! Required Materials Plier Wooden board Bottle Wires Screw and bolt Plastic saucer Glue gun Drill machine Steps by Step Guide for Making a Hanging Bird Water Feeder 1. Glue Bottle Cap with Plastic Saucer Paste the bottle cap in the middle of a plastic saucer using a glue gun, as shown in the image....
This herbaceous perennial has an amazing variety of uses, from improving soil health, to attracting pollinators, and even fertilizing other plants. It is also a long utilized herbal support for wound healing and treating other ailments. Symphytum spp. I am always looking for ways to gain the maximum benefit from the plants I grow. When I think about what species to welcome into my precious garden space, one question I like to ask myself is, “Does this plant serve more than one function?...
Ready to find out how to grow your own corn for popping? For me, it’s been quite an adventure, as you’ll see in a moment. Zea mays var. everta Popcorn is kind of a big deal in my house. Almost every night, as I’m about to fall asleep in my bed, I hear the clanging of a heavy pan on the stove at about 10 p.m. It’s my husband, making his nightly popcorn....
Ready for your best harvest ever? Learning how to prune blackberry bushes is an important part of growing a successful crop. In addition to keeping berry brambles from becoming overgrown and unmanageable, pruning improves yields and creates healthier, stronger plants. Blackberries are perennials, which means once you establish a patch, you can have a berry harvest every year! We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
Overwintering hibiscus plants indoors is easier than you might think. In this guide, I’ll show you how to keep a hibiscus over the winter, and share the three most effective ways to do it so that you can enjoy them all year long. Tropical hibiscus is one of my favorite plants to overwinter inside. It’s really simple to do, and well worth the effort. It’s a huge money saver too, since they are expensive to buy every year....
See that sucker there on the picture? Suckers are secondary branches that grow in the joints of existing branches. Always, pinch them off! How does this tomato tip help? Suckers take energy away from your tomato plants. No tomatoes form on sucker branches. So, it’s best to remove them from tomato plants. You can also do this with eggplants. Also Read: How to Grow an Eggplant Ine June 10, 2020 At 11:14 am...
With one- to two-inch-long fuzzy green leaves, a two- to three-foot height, and white, pink, or purple flowers, this plant has the looks to match the substance. Mentha suaveolens Looking for a plant that combines ornamental beauty with a refreshing, fruity taste? Then have yourself a gander at the plant known as apple mint. As an avid, near-pathological gum chewer, I personally discovered this herb with the enthusiasm of a child on Christmas....
Skip the chemical pesticides this season. Beneficial nematodes are a totally organic, chemical-free solution to your garden pest insect problems. With these natural predators, you can control damaging bugs before they ever emerge from the soil. The best part is that they only attack the bad bugs, and won’t harm pollinators or other beneficial insects. These helpful nematodes will kill the grubs that grow into detrimental insects before they ever have a chance to eat your plants....
QUESTION: What kind of fertilizer should I use for herbs? Do you need a particular brand or type or does any fertilizer work? – Anne Y GC REPLIES: There are a few specifications you should look for in fertilizer when caring for your herbs. First, it’s important that you select a fertilizer that’s high in nitrogen. This will help the foliage grow faster and become lush. However, you don’t want a lot of phosphorus in the fertilizer for herbs, because this will encourage blooming....
Zucchini relish is quick to make, and my delicious recipe will have you coming back for more. You can whip up a batch to use right away, or can it for later if you prefer. Here you’ll find instructions for both. This homemade zucchini relish recipe has a perfectly sweet and tart taste, with just the right amount of crunch. It’s surprisingly simple to make, and just as delicious right off the spoon as it is served with your favorite meals....
Succulents offer the best of both worlds–they are easy to maintain and their compact form makes them easy to place them at tables. If you are looking forward to having an attractive centerpiece, then this list of the Best Tabletop Succulents divided under different genus is exclusively for you! Check out our article on the best Coffee table plants here Best Tabletop Succulents 1. Echeveria Also popular as hens and chicks, its rosette-shaped, fleshy leaves, come in a variety of colors....
In this article, we will introduce you to 11 species that are sure to liven up your landscape as summer transitions to fall. Perennial asters, from the Aster, Stokesia, and Symphyotrichum genera, are members of the Asteraceae or daisy family. They are transition flowers that bloom from late summer into fall in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8. There are numerous types available, all with colorful daisy-like blossoms and a shrubby growth habit....
Growing greens is rewarding, but people often mess it up. Here are the Most Common Vegetable Gardening Mistakes you need to avoid to get the best harvest! Here’s all you need to know about windowsill vegetable gardening Most Common Vegetable Gardening Mistakes 1. Crowding Plants Together Many vegetables perform well when planted at the proper spacing. For instance, tomatoes need good air circulation to stay healthy, so make sure to grow them at least 2-3 feet apart....
By Erin Marissa Russell If your property includes a black walnut tree, you’re likely familiar with black walnut toxicity and the difficulty of keeping plants near your black walnut tree alive. However, you may not be aware that some plants are not as susceptible to black walnut toxicity as others and can successfully be grown near or even right underneath a black walnut tree. We’ve compiled plant lists containing various types of plants you can count on to flourish underneath black walnut trees, along with some details about each plant....
