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If you are already a proud parent of some lovely succulents and looking forward to multiplying them soon, then make sure you are not making these Common Succulent Propagation Mistakes! Here are the best succulents that bear pups Common Succulent Propagation Mistakes 1. Watering them Instantly After Planting While you are propagating succulents from leaves or cuttings, do not water them at the time of planting. Just mist lightly using a spray bottle once you have planted them in the growing medium and keep them in an area that gets plenty of bright but indirect light....

Pothos are a really popular houseplant and notorious for being fairly indestructable. But as with any plant in your home, particularly one with a common name like Devil’s Ivy, you might wonder are pothos poisonous? Are Pothos poisonous? Yes, Pothos plants are poisonous if ingested and can be irritant to the skin if touched. They are not known to be fatal, but they will cause irritation to your lips and tongue, and they can make you vomit....

Asparagus is a long-lived perennial vegetable that grows in USDA zones 3-8. It requires rich, well-drained soil, consistent moisture, and no weed competition. What better place to grow asparagus plants than in a raised bed where you can easily fill it with organic matter and control the planting conditions! Asparagus can easily live for 20 years, so you will need to plan the location of your asparagus raised bed carefully. Table of Contents...

We are writing this article by keeping in mind that you have read the previous article on how to make a birdcage planter. If you haven’t, please read that first as this article is based on it. Birdcage with Flowers Step One: Before buying plants, consider how many hours of sunlight your birdcage planter will receive and how much wide and deep the cage is. Step Two: Instead of sowing seeds or planting the cuttings, buy plants from nursery, picking an established plant is a better idea....

Introduction to elevated raised bed gardening Gardening in elevated raised beds is basically a hybrid gardening technique. It’s half container gardening and half raised bed gardening. Traditional raised beds lack a bottom and are fairly large in size, while containers have a base to contain the soil and are far smaller than a raised bed. Elevated raised bed gardening combines the best of both worlds. With this method, the soil is completely contained and the growing area is substantially sized....

Hibiscus plants (Hibiscus rosa sinensis) have large and showy flowers, that makes them one of the top houseplants! To grow them successfully indoors, you have to be aware of certain things, which we are going to discuss. Read on the article to know more about growing Hibiscus indoors! Check out our article on fast-growing indoor plants here! How to Grow Hibiscus Indoors Hibiscus Propagation You can have more hibiscus plants from soft stem cuttings and air layering....

Pumpkins make a great beginner gardener crop as they’re easy to grow, and prolific producers when given enough space to sprawl. They make a great choice for a parkway or devil’s strip where you may want to suppress weeds, but not invest a lot of time tending to the landscape. They can also be planted on the edge of the garden or corner of a raised bed and allowed to trail over the side freely....

If you’ve noticed holes in your camellia leaves, it’s time to take action. The sooner you address the situation the better off you’ll be. It’s unlikely that one of the pests that eats camellia leaves will kill your plant, but never say never… Camellias are one of those fantastic plants that look beautiful whether they’re in bloom or not. The glossy, deep green, leathery leaves are as pretty as any ornamental grown for its foliage....

QUESTION: How deep do palm tree roots grow? What holds them in place since they seem to grow in sandy areas? – Fernando J ANSWER: You might assume that palm trees have deep roots considering they can withstand hurricane force winds. This would be incorrect. In fact, palm tree roots are no deeper than three feet into the ground. What’s unique about the roots of this type of tree is instead of growing vertically into the ground, they grow horizontally....

Luckily, there are a variety of options for safely and effectively ridding your houseplants of the little flies that are emerging from the soil medium. Bradysia spp., Orfelia spp. Once you notice them, flying slightly above your plants or in your face, you can’t ignore fungus gnats. Somehow, these quiet, tiny flies are as annoying as noisy house flies, and you’re on a mission to deal with them once and for all....

It’s easy and convenient, and this article will teach you how to do it. Here’s what we’ll cover: Broccoli is the one vegetable I have loved my entire life. As a kid, I ate it raw. Now I adore it lightly sautéed with teriyaki chicken so that it turns bright green, slightly tender, and soaks in the sauce for a delicious flair. But the best way to enjoy this nutritious brassica is straight from the garden....

Looking for a beautiful yet, hardy addition to your garden? Your search is over. Columbines are a lovely woodland plant from the genus Aquilegia. They consist of roughly 100 species and cultivars spread across the Northern Hemisphere. They are native to the woodland and mountain areas of Europe and North America. And thrive in areas with partial sun or dappled shade. Common names for the flowers include the actual botanical name, Aquilegia, and Granny’s Bonnet....

Whether your season is short or long, this method can help to guarantee an abundant harvest. Hand pollination is an easy process, too! Growing corn is one of the most satisfying things you can do. Few things compare to the feeling of harvesting your own ears from a stalk taller than you, and then eating them that very same day. You won’t be able to wait even a moment, much less all the way until dinnertime....

Overwintering caladiums is the best way to keep your favorite varieties year after year! Saving caladium bulbs over winter can sometimes be a bit of a challenge, but it’s not terribly difficult. Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly what to do in this post! Even if you live in a cold climate like I do here in MN, it’s not hard to keep caladiums through the winter, and replant them again each spring....

Growing cucumbers from seed is fun and easy! You can start them indoors, or direct sow them right into your garden. In this post, I’ll show you exactly when and how to plant cucumber seeds, step-by-step. If you’ve never tried growing cucumbers from seed before, you’re in for a real treat! It’s simple to do, and they germinate very quickly. In fact, cucumbers are one of the easiest vegetables to grow from seed....

Brassica oleracea var. italica Also known as a cole crop, this cruciferous vegetable prefers cool weather. It is planted in spring, fall, or both, and may yield one or two main harvests, as well as multiple mini side-shoot harvests per growing season, depending upon the planting times and varieties you choose. Are you a broccoli lover? Then it might be time to try growing your own! This healthy green brassica is a member of the Brassicaceae, or cabbage family, a close relative of brussels sprouts, cauliflower, bok choy, head cabbage, and greens like collards and mustard....

All members of the Monarda genus have a tendency to run amok through the garden with their spreading root systems, creating new plants that pop up all over – especially if you have rich, moist soil. Bee balm, also known as Monarda (Monarda spp.), is a well-known flower and herb throughout North America. Its colorful blooms are like a slow-motion, multi-month fireworks display that captures the attention of people, bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds each summer....

Sometimes, the smallest things can be the reason for the death of your beloved indoor plants. If you want to keep them green and thriving, follow these Important Tips for Indoor Plant Killers. Here are the best tips on correctly potting indoor plants Important Tips for Indoor Plant Killers 1. Avoid Overwatering Overwatering is the main cause of killing the plants unintentionally. Generally, plant parents think all plants require water in the same way, and that’s completely wrong....

Fruit Pumpkins are a fall favorite for many gardeners. But did you know there are hundreds of different ypes of pumpkins you can add to your garden this season? In this article, we take a deeper look at 91 different pumpkin varities to help you find the perfect pumpkin cultivar for your home garden. By Jason White Last updated: April 12, 2022 | 35 min read Thinking of growing some pumpkin in your garden this season?...

Row cover hoops are one of my secrets of a healthy, long-producing vegetable garden. Plus, they’re quick and easy to set up which is very handy if an unexpected frost or bad weather is in the forecast. In my online course, How to Build & Use Mini Hoop Tunnels in the Vegetable Garden I talk about how they’ve been a game changer in my food garden. Read on to learn more about the various ways you can use hoop tunnels, as well as the various materials I use to make my structures....