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Anthuriums are known for their showy, exotic flower bracts that come in vibrant shades of red, pink, and white, and often flower year-round. So if your anthurium is not flowering despite producing foliage that appears healthy, it can be very frustrating. Why is my anthurium not flowering? Anthuriums are picky about their environment, and issues like soggy soil or insufficient lighting can prevent them from blooming. Encourage your anthurium to bloom by providing lots of indirect sunlight, proper watering, high humidity, and weekly feeding with diluted phosphorus-rich fertilizer....

Shrubs Adding some camellias to your garden but aren't sure how much sun they need to flourish? These popular shrubs can survive in a variety of different conditions, but proper planning can ensure they thrive. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at how much sun camellias need for optimal blooms. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: November 17, 2022 | 5 min read There are two popular species of camellias that are commonly grown for ornamental purposes, so we are going to focus on those for the purposes of this article....

Growing fava beans is an easy and fun way to try a legume plant in your garden. Fava bean plants love a cool season like early spring, and they’ll overwinter if planted in fall. They have edible leaves and tons of vegetable companions. Their gorgeous spreading foliage is sure to provide nutrients to you and the earth. Table of Contents Favas are a great addition to a vegetable garden as a food or cover crop....

Planting potatoes is a bit more complicated than it is for other veggies, and it’s even more important do it right. So in this post, I’m going to show you exactly when and how to plant them step by step. If you’re hoping to grow potatoes in your garden, learning the best timing and techniques for planting them is essential. In order to get the biggest and best yield, it’s important to not only plant potatoes the right way and at the right time, but to properly prepare them beforehand too....

by Anna Scanlon A waterfree garden, or a garden that operates on very little water, is perfect for those who either live in desertlike climates or are simply trying to be as ecoconscious as possible. While it may seem like water is necessary for gardening, there are many plants that thrive in dry environments. Additionally, there are many ways you can save water so that you don’t need to water your plants more than every once in a while, if at all....

For gardeners coping with drought and watering restrictions, or those who simply want to soften their environmental impact, it’s wise to turn to native species for ornamental landscaping. Baileya multiradiata With its cheery mounds of yellow blooms, desert marigold is a waterwise species adapted to arid landscapes. This drought-tolerant native of the American Southwest can provide an eco-friendly – and beautiful – alternative to thirsty bedding annuals for those in hot, dry locations....

I’m talking about the culinary star of the orchid world – vanilla. Orchidaceae Orchids make gorgeous houseplants and with the right care, they’re easy to grow. Learn about the different types of orchids and the basics of how to care for these stunning plants in this comprehensive guide. Orchids may seem mysterious and rare, like the precious jewels of the plant world. But you probably encounter them – at least in their seed form – on a regular basis....

Castor, botanically known as Ricinus communis, is a herbaceous perennial plant. It can be grown as an annual or perennial, depending on the weather. USDA Zones — 9 – 11 Propagation Method — Seeds, cuttings Difficulty — Easy Soil Type — Neutral Other names — Castor oil plant, wonder tree, arandi, kege, amanakku, chittamankku, ricin, castorbean, erand, eranda, gandharva hasta, graine de ricin, tangantangan Oil Plant Native to Eastern Africa and India, the castor plant is world’s most poisonous plant....

Without a doubt, these odd little grape-sized members of the gourd family were one of my absolute favorite crops to grow. After growing them twice, I learned quite a bit about them, and I’m happy to share it all. Melothria scabra About 10 to 15 years ago, no one I knew had a clue what a Mexican sour gherkin was. If you had asked how to grow mouse melon, cucamelon, or sour cucumber, you might have gotten some strange looks....

The name green onion refers to many different types of onions. Learning how to grow green onions ensures you’ll always have access to the freshest, most flavorful alliums you can find! Table of Contents The true green onion is Allium fistulosum, also known as scallions, bunching onions, or just plain old green onions. These are the ones we’ll focus most of our attention on today. Traditional onions, Allium cepa, have a red or white bulb, but they can be harvested before the bulbs form, and the young stalks can be used like green onions....

This has led to active breeding programs that have created hybrids in a wide variety of colors in both the flowers and leaves, and sizes ranging from two-foot beauties bursting with bright red, saucer-sized flowers to 10-foot-tall sub-shrubs. Hibiscus spp. When you think of the majestic hibiscus flower, your mind may turn instinctively to the medium-sized shrubs with their showy display of large, bright flowers popular in Southern and tropical gardens....

by Jennifer Poindexter Would you like to grow a historical plant in your garden? Mandrake is a plant with deep roots both literally and historically. This plant dates to Biblical times when it was thought the root of the plant had medicinal purposes. Today, some still incorporate it into modern religious ceremonies or even involve it in modern day witchcraft. Regardless of why you choose to grow mandrake, it’s important that you know what to do when growing this plant around your home....

Nothing says coziness and comfort quite like a cup of chamomile tea. Chamomile tea is a natural sleep aid, a great pollinator plant, and a delight for the eye. The cheery, daisy-like flowers of chamomile add as much in beauty as in function to the garden. Gardeners tending this low-growing plant need only learn how to harvest chamomile in order to enjoy a steaming cup of homegrown nutrient-packed tea. Table of Contents...

The answer is simple: ginger is a tropical plant, and it’s fairly hard to grow in regions that are less warm and humid. Zingiber officinale We all know ginger – a tasty culinary herb (or, more accurately, a spice) that you can buy practically anywhere. Whether you’re using the whole root, paste, or powdered form, it’s a spice any seasoned cook will reach for, especially when they want an easy way to add a dash of Asian flavor to their dishes....

The common names go on and on, but whatever you choose to call M. virginica, it’s time to dig in! Mertensia virginica Gentlemen’s breeches or old ladies’ bonnets. Wait, are we talking about old fashioned clothing on a gardening website? Eastern bluebell, Virginia cowslip, or Roanoke bells. Phew, it is a plant. Exactly what you came to learn about, right? Don’t worry, we’ve covered the basics of everything you could ever want or need to know about how to grow, propagate, and care for the shade loving, blue bloomed North American native also known as blue and pink ladies, smooth lungwort, or chiming bells…...

Instead of waiting for the ground to warm up enough to plunk established plants into the soil, use the winter months to browse seed catalogs for your climate zone, order an interesting assortment, and start plants indoors, from scratch. Starting flowers, herbs, and vegetables indoors from seed is a great way to try some unique varieties. For many of us, growing season opens with a long-awaited visit to a local garden center, to elbow our way through the crowd to a seasonal array of peppers and tomatoes, basil and parsley, impatiens and marigolds....

Click here to learn more about Diatomaceous Earth! 1. Eliminate Gnats You can find these small, winged insects in crammed-up spots like garbage dumps, stale vegetables, overripe fruits, over-watered soil as well as potted plants with decaying soil. Basically, anything wet or damp forms a suitable habitat for these pests. Sometimes when you buy potted plants, they come with a batch of pesky gnats that lay eggs in the soil and feed on algae, fungi and decaying plant matter present in the soil....

QUESTION: Is ozonated water safe for plants? I have a machine that makes ozone water, and I know it’s good for disinfecting things and cities even use it to treat municipal water. But is it ok for watering my plants with? – Geraldine P. ANSWER: Yes, it is perfectly safe to water your plants with ozonated water and will not harm them. In fact, there are studies that show that plants can benefit from ozonated water....

If you love lavender, you’ll definitely want to make these cookies. They are light and decadent, the recipe very easy to make, and they taste great too. They’ll have everyone who tries them coming back for more! These homemade lavender cookies have a rich yet delicate sweetness and subtle floral notes. With only 6 ingredients, it’s simple to whip up a batch, and the flavor will keep you coming back for more....

For plant lovers who want a touch of tropical beauty in their homes, but don’t want the hassle of dealing with stringent heat and lighting requirements, the Maidenhair fern is a fantastic option to consider. Lets’s start with a summary of maidenhair fern care, before moving onto the detail. How to care for a Maidenhair fern: Maidenhair ferns needs partial to full shade, high humidity, continually moist soil and temperatures of 60-80°F (16-27°C) to thrive....