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If your succulent is looking all stretched out and leggy, it could mean that it is suffering from a condition called Etiolation, meaning, it is in dire need of sunlight. Read on to know why succulents tend to stretch out and Tips to Fix Stretched and Leggy Succulents! Check out some secret hacks to make succulents colorful here Why do Succulents Stretch? Succulents tend to stretch out when there is a lack of light, and this can even take place with plants kept outdoors in a shady location....

Succulents, when they remain green, do not look as appealing as they do when they are in all their colorful glory with vibrant hues! Follow these Secret Hacks for Colorful Succulents to make sure you have the best display of them! Check out pretty succulents that change color here Secret Hacks for Colorful Succulents 1. Pick the Right Variety If you are fond of colorful succulents, then buy a variety with vivid shades — pick your favorite variety from 50 colorful succulents here....

Are you an organic gardener thinking about growing your own herbs? Have you been dreaming about the wonderful aroma of sweet basil; or perhaps the taste of savory and chemical free oregano in your pasta sauce? Even if you’re a novice gardener concerned about the use of chemical pesticides and herbicides, you’ll be glad to know that organic herbs are as easy to grow as they are pleasing to your senses....

Who Is Tyler Baras? We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Limited space can put a serious damper on indoor gardening, but hydroponics – or growing food and other plants using water in place of soil – can be an excellent alternative. Most people don’t have space inside their homes for an ugly, sprawling configuration of pipes, basins, and light bulbs like what is typically designed for installation inside laboratories, garages, and greenhouses....

When it comes to bacterial and fungal diseases in the garden, there isn’t much you can do in terms of treatment other than throwing out the plant’s infected parts. Fortunately, for gardeners, you can take preventative measures to stop a disease before it spirals out of control. One of the products you can use is copper fungicide. It’s safe to use for organic gardening, but there are some precautionary measures to take when you use it....

by Matt Gibson Whether you’re trying to tend to a healthy lawn, grow a few flowers or vegetables, or manage an entire farm, whether or not to use pesticides and fertilizers is an issue that you will need to confront at some point. Though there are many negative effects that are reportedly tied to the use of pesticides and fertilizers, both are available in all-natural forms, and both are important factors in human health and safety....

“Short and sweet” is the perfect way to describe alpine strawberries. These vivid red berries are only half an inch in diameter and grow on plants less than a foot tall. They’re also very simple to grow in the garden or on your windowsill. As you grab your gardening supplies and design your landscape this spring, you’ll want to consider growing alpine strawberries! Table of Contents Alpines may be smaller than regular strawberries, but they pack a flavorful punch....

By Matt Gibson QUESTION: How do I start a container garden? — Jeremiah W. ANSWER: Starting a container garden is a lot more simple than you might think. Most plants grow really well and can even thrive in containers. Your plants will love growing in containers as long as you give their roots ample space to grow into, use pots that have adequate drainage holes, and provide plenty of sun and water....

Pineapple plants grow in sunny regions of Central and South America, Hawaii, and the Philippines. But did you know you can plant the crown of a store-bought pineapple and grow a new pineapple plant? If you’d like to learn how to grow a pineapple, keep reading as we’ll cover the ins and outs of how to start from one pineapple crown. Table of Contents Pineapple, a type of bromeliad, is a lovely tropical addition to your garden....

An organic vegetable garden sounds like a healthy practice, but how about trying out spices — that too in a pot? Read on to learn How to Grow Cardamom Plant in Pot! Learn all about growing fenugreek in pots here How Does a Cardamom Plant Look Like? Cardamom shows off sword-like leafy shoots from a single green stem resembling the big ginger plant. The plant grows up to a height of 6 to 15 feet, holding pretty tiny white or yellow flowers with purple veins....

USDA Zones— 4 – 10 Difficulty— Easy Soil pH– Neutral Flax belongs to the family Linaceae; its botanical name is Linum Usitatissimum (Flax). It is primarily grown for its seeds and also for its fiber. The primary source of Omega-3 fatty acids. It is widely used in the textile industry to make popular linen clothes. But you can also grow it in your garden and to use in combination with other annual or perennial plants and ornamental grasses....

Gardenias are well known for their amazing fragrance and beautiful flowers. They’re often considered to be difficult plants to grow indoors, but if you provide gardenias with what they need to thrive, they’ll grow beautifully in your home. How to grow gardenias indoors? Provide as much indirect sunlight as possible.Use a pot with good drainage and soil with the right acidity.Ideal daytime temperatures of 65 to 70° F (18.3 to 21....

Here’s all you need to know about How to Grow Guarana easily in pots and garden. Apart from the various health benefits, it also makes for a great foliage plant! Botanical Name: Paullinia cupana USDA Zones: 10-11 Difficulty: Moderate-Hard Common Names: Brazilian Cocoa, Cacao Bresilien, Guarana Seed Extract, Guaranine, and Paullinia sorbilis. Want to Grow Raspberries in Pots? Click here Guarana Plant Information Guarana seeds are now popular in energy drinks and supplements as they are rich in caffeine....

In USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9, depending on the variety, the beautiful vegetables can be grown as cut-and-come-again leafy greens or as tight, compact heads that can be up to seven pounds in weight at maturity. Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis It loves chilly weather, is essential for making kimchi, and isn’t as fussy as some other brassicas. Say “hello” to napa cabbage. Also known as Chinese cabbage, this plant is perfect for growing when many other leafy veggies have already given up the ghost....

And then I left for the weekend sometime in midsummer. When I returned, my ‘Howden’ vine had turned into a thriving monstrosity. It’s cute, really, for me to look back on the little bamboo hoops I erected for my pumpkin plants earlier this summer. I’d never grown the Cucurbits before, and I figured the vines would curl neatly around the tiny bamboo hoops and produce precious, delicate gourds. If you have ever grown pumpkins, you know how wrong this is....

I’m talking about cultivars like ‘Ruby Streaks,’ which can grow as a microgreen in 10 to 15 days. I’m also referring to broadleaf varieties such as ‘Red Giant,’ that can grow 16 inches tall and fully mature 40 days after sowing. A lot of the vegetables you can grow in your garden require the utmost patience before you can pick. But mustard greens require a different skill set ahead of the harvest....

Flowers Thinking of adding some lilies to your garden this season, but aren't sure where to start? Lilies are a garden favorite. With their beautiful blooms, and fragrant scents, it's not hard to understand why. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros takes you through all you need to know about growing lilies in your garden, including their maintenance and care needs. By Liz Jaros Last updated: January 4, 2023 | 18 min read A joy to the senses when they flower in mid to late summer, lilies are prized for their showy, colorful blooms, vertical stature, and complex scents....

Pruning the wrong way can have some seriously devastating consequences. If you botch removing a branch from a massive tree, no biggie. But one wrong move can completely destroy your miniature work of art. Most practitioners I know think pruning and shaping is the most fun part of the art of bonsai. It’s certainly the most creative. It’s the time when you play an active role in molding your chosen plant into the artistic vision that you hold in your mind....

Jerusalem sage is a lovely semi-perennial, drought-tolerant addition that adds splashes of bright yellow flowers to gardens. Growing Jerusalem sage for herb or flower is relatively easy, too, with the plant needing little care once it is established. Table of Contents Also known scientifically as Phlomis fruticosa, Jerusalem sage originates in the Mediterranean, where it thrives in sandy and rocky soils along coastal cliffs and inclines. Much like many other Mediterranean herbs that flower, it finds homes in herb, meadow, and pollinator gardens in much of North America too....

The Swiss Cheese plant might have a quirky name but remains one of the most spectacular plants. With ample green perforated leaves, it will make for a fantastic addition to your indoor garden. Let’s have a look at the Monstera Adansonii Care. Have a look at the best types of Monstera you can grow here Propagating Monstera Adansonii in Soil Growing Swiss Cheese Plant in the soil is a pretty straightforward process....