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By Matt Gibson Honesty is a biennial flowering plant that is cultivated for its ornamental value, specifically for its flowers and seed pods. As a biennial, honesty will develop during the first year, then it will bloom in the second year, and then go to seed. If you want honesty flowers every year, you should plant them two years in a row, as honesty only blooms in the second year after it has had a chance to establish itself for the first year....

I know from experience that it can sometimes be hard to keep potted plants alive. They’re prone to drying out quickly, and if you forget to fertilize it can spell disaster. But marigolds make it easy. Marigolds are so easy to grow that they’re often recommended as a good plant for children to learn how to garden. That easygoing nature makes them a fairly sure thing in the face of all kinds of gardening challenges, including container gardening....

Growing potatoes in your home garden is easier than you might think! In this post, I’ll show you everything you need to know in order to get the biggest and best yields. Potatoes are among the most common crops planted across the world, so why not try growing them in your own garden? Being able to choose your favorite varieties and reap the delicious rewards is a really fulfilling experience....

A perennial evergreen, S. montana has a much longer season than its close cousin summer savory (S. hortensis) – which you can read all about here. Satureja montana Herbs can offer an amazing array of benefits. And winter savory is no exception. From their intense flavors and fragrances to their uses in the garden attracting pollinators and repelling pests, these plants are beloved by cooks, gardeners, and herbalists alike. Kitchen herbs like parsley, oregano, rosemary, sage, and thyme are commonly grown in the home garden, but many enthusiasts miss out on the delights of winter savory....

In this article, you’ll learn all you need to know to cultivate this cottage garden classic. Heliotropium arborescens The garden heliotrope, Heliotropium arborescens, is a tender shrubby perennial, or sub-shrub, of the borage family, with clusters of sweetly-scented blossoms in shades of purple, blue, or white. With a backdrop of dark green pleated leaves, plants bear a resemblance to hydrangea or viburnum, and generally reach a mature height of between one and three feet tall....

Orchid cactus plants are fun to grow, and easier to care for than you might think. In this post, I’ll show you all you need to know in order to keep them thriving and blooming for years to come. The unique draping growth and large showy flowers make an orchid cactus a beautiful addition to any houseplant collection. Even a beginner can learn how to grow an orchid cactus and keep it thriving with the right advice on caring for them....

Once you see the blue Passiflora caerulea in bloom and smell their captivating scent, you probably would like to add this beautiful South American vine to your plant collection. Its exotic, out-of-this-world flowers, edible fruits, and long-known medicinal properties certainly give many reasons to host this unique and easy-to-grow plant in your garden or home! What is Passiflora Caerulea? Blue Passionflower or Passiflora Caeruela is a fast-growing herbaceous branched vine with long, thin stems, which in outdoor plants can reach 30 feet in height and 4 feet in width....

For more information on how to cultivate this member of the Brassica genus, which is also called Chinese cabbage or pak choi, check out our growing guide. Maybe you decided to cook a new recipe, and after a cursory glance at the ingredients list you picked up some bok choy at the grocery store. But then you got home and realized the recipe actually called for baby bok choy. Your heart sinks....

QUESTION: Why are my radishes growing above ground? Will they be ok? – Melissa H ANSWER: Once you’ve cultivated and tended radish plants for a while, the last thing you want to see is the radishes growing above ground. We’re ready to tell you the reasons why this happens and what you can do about it. Just keep reading to find out more. It is normal for you to see a bit of the top of a radish as it grows in the ground....

I remember my delight when I found a roadside fruit stand that was just overloaded with fresh, rich peaches. All of them were perfectly ripe and ready to eat right now. But peaches spoil quickly, and that’s why you need the best food dehydrator you can get. Table of Contents We all love fruit and vegetables in season! And gardeners often discover to our simultaneous delight and dismay that there’s an unexpected abundance of produce and herbs....

by Jennifer Poindexter Do you live in a warmer climate? Are you searching for flowering trees to liven up your landscape? You’ve come to the right place. I’m going to provide a list of gorgeous trees that will brighten up the dullest of yards. Don’t worry about scorching temperatures. These trees should produce beautifully even under hotter conditions. Planting flowering trees is a wonderful, and frugal, way of revitalizing your home....

Let’s look at our top picks, a collection of woody shrubs that are particularly memorable and well-suited for landscapes east, west, north and south. The flora of spring and summer with their lush foliage and eye-catching flowers receive a lot of attention in the garden. But we shouldn’t forget about autumn’s contribution to Mother Nature’s colorful palette. Many deciduous shrubs and bushes shine brightly as the dog days of summer wane and a hint of fall’s crisp air begins to sneak in....

A beautiful vase is always a good idea to put your plants. But what if we up the game and give you some stunning DIY Silver Planter Ideas that are truly going to enhance the beauty of your plants wherever you are going to put them! Check out the list below! 1. Mercury Glass Effect DIY If you don’t want to invest in expensive vases, save your money by making these cheap silver vases....

You’ll get a healthy serving of B vitamins, iron, manganese, copper, magnesium, and potassium in every beet-infused meal. Beets, Beta vulgaris, can be a little bit controversial. Some people love them, and others think of the horrible canned, pickled beetroot slices that were popular sometime back in the early 1980s. I’ll admit it, as a kid I used to love those soggy slices dripping with vinegar, eaten straight out of a can....

If you’re not careful, gardening can quickly become an expensive hobby. But, it doesn’t have to be. There are tons of ways to garden on a budget and still have beautiful and bountiful beds. Trust me, I know this first hand. When I started gardening on my own, I was a broke college student. I had to get creative, which means I spent a lot of time finding ways to garden on a dime....

String succulents and plants are very trendy, easy to grow, and perfect for hanging baskets and pots as a spiller. With their addition, you can be the most fashionable plant grower in your circle. Check out our article on best-trailing houseplants here Popular String Plants 1. String of Pearls Botanical Name: Senecio rowleyanus Native to South Africa, the leaves of the plant look like a series of pearls attached to a fine line of string....

It might seem challenging to grow plants in damp soil due to the chances of root rot, but if you are planning to do so, here are the Best Moisture Loving Plants for Soggy & Wet Soil. Here are some easy DIY soil tests you can perform at home Best Moisture Loving Plants for Soggy & Wet Soil 1. Iris Botanical Name: Iris spp. The erect grassy foliage plant produces blue six-lobed flower heads on tall green stalks....

The best way to usher in a little greenery indoors is to create a mini-greenhouse like a terrarium. It is a micro-ecosystem in bowls, jars, tanks, and glass vases that can vary in shape and size. If this method of growing excites you, then here are the Best Terrariums Plants you can try. Look at the Best Closed Terrarium Ideas here Best Terrariums Plants 1. Anubia Botanical Name: Anubia This versatile semi-aquatic plant does not need much maintenance and is perfect for terrariums owing to its low light requirement and slow-growing nature....

Information Are you missing beautiful blooms from your dahlias this season and aren't quite sure why? There are a few different reasons this may happen, and your approach to correct it will depend on the reason behind it. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines why your dahlias aren't blooming this season, and how to address it. By Liz Jaros Last updated: October 25, 2022 | 7 min read After dreaming about dahlias all winter, toiling away in the garden all spring, and waiting patiently for them to have their time in the sun, nothing brings a gardener down like a dahlia that blooms poorly....

Air pollution is at its all-time high, and indoor air is also taking quite a hit because of it. If you want to minimize its ill effect, you can do it naturally by growing these Best Air Purifying Indoor Plants, According to an Indian Study. Here are the best plants that remove pollutants and VOCs Best Air Purifying Indoor Plants According to an Indian Study Apart from the groundbreaking NASA clean air study, there have been many clinical trials and studies in previous years that validate the claim that certain houseplants are very effective in curbing down the ill effects of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Benzene, Trichloroethylene, Formaldehyde, and Toluene....