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Muskmelons and cantaloupes are popular fruits for summer desserts and salads. Both have a refreshing flavor and aroma. You can use them interchangeably, though muskmelons and cantaloupes are not the same. Know the difference and clear the muskmelon vs cantaloupe debate once and for all in the article below! What is a MuskMelon Muskmelon (Cucumis melo) is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, with a net-like, ribbed crust or peel, and sweet orange flesh....

The peace lily is a famous houseplant known for its dark green foliage and white blooms. They’re indoor plants in most areas because peace lilies grow in a tropical environment in their natural habitat. With how available they are in garden centers, there’s no question that anyone has access to the tools needed to successfully grow one. Table of Contents Often pigeonholed as drama queens that are hard to plant sit (potentially even by a master gardener you know), peace lilies can be very sensitive to the conditions they’re grown in....

In this Healthy Juice and Smoothie Plants to Grow in Pots guide, you’ll learn about some incredible plants that are highly nutritious, and you can easily grow them in containers for a regular harvest. Here are the best herbs you can grow for cough and cold Healthy Juice and Smoothie Plants 1. Aloe Vera Botanical Name: Aloe barbadensis miller Aloe Vera contains healthy enzymes, amino acids, vitamins A, B1, B3, B6, C, and E....

Information Fall gardening brings with it plenty of work in order to prepare for spring. There are many garden tasks you can do specifically in the month of November, no matter your climate. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares the gardening activities she plans on tackling in her own garden this November. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 4, 2022 | 7 min read Where I live, November feels brisk but is filled with warm fall colors....

Trees Are you looking to add some white flowering magnolia trees to your yard or garden, but aren't sure where to start? Magnolias can bloom in many different colors, but are most famous for their pillowy white flowers. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss takes a deeper look some of the top types of magnolia trees that bloom in different shades of white. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: December 8, 2022 | 9 min read Magnolia trees are a popular and diverse group of deciduous to fully evergreen trees and shrubs....

Vertical gardening is a fun way to add beauty and drama to your garden. If you’re wondering what plants grow on a trellis, then this list of trellis plants is for you! It covers everything from climbing flowers for sun or shade, vining perennials, annuals, tropicals, and even vining vegetables. When you’re looking for plants to grow in your vertical garden, trellis plants are the obvious first choice. Lucky for us there are lots of different types of climbing plants out on the market these days....

Who doesn’t love yellow flowers? It’s such a happy color, it never fails to brighten your mood, and sometimes even your day. Plus they really stand out in any garden, and make your outdoor containers pop too. Heck, you could create an entire bed just using these plants, and it would be fantastic – with constant blooms from early spring through fall! Well, if you’re looking for yellow blooms, either annuals or perennials, to add to your beds or summer containers, then this list is for you!...

Plants Looking for some perennials to plant in your zone 5 shade garden? Or perhaps you live in a zone 5 climate but have a garden area that just doesn't get much sun? In this article, we take a deeper look at our favorite shade-friendly perennial plants for zone 5 gardens. These cold-hardy plants can withstand cooler temperatures, and partial sun. By Jason White Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 12 min read Perennials are a popular choice for a shade garden in zone 5....

Amongst the several creative ways to create homes for our beautiful plants, showcasing them in a way while they hang is surely one of the best! Here are the Best Houseplants for Hanging Baskets that you MUST have in your collection! Check out the best vegetables for hanging baskets here Best Houseplants for Hanging Baskets 1. Arrowhead Plant Botanical Name: Syngonium podophyllum Arrowhead plants get their name because of the leaves that look like arrowheads and then gradually start looking like fingers with time....

Deciding what to plant in a small vegetable garden layout I like to recommend starting with your grocery list. What items show up week after week? For me, that means lettuce and other greens, like spinach, Swiss chard, kale, and baby bok choy, cucumbers, onions, a variety of herbs, peppers (I usually plant at least one hot pepper to make habanero jelly, and a variety of other sweet peppers), the odd root veggie, like beets and carrots....

Pumpkins are a type of winter squash that has a long shelf life and offers versatility. But certain pumpkin varieties are most suited to making pumpkin pie, while others may be better used elsewhere. There are over 150 types of pumpkins in the world today, with many accompanying variations. Table of Contents Some are dark green, and some are orange. Some have flesh that is a bright orange color, and others have blue or white insides....

I also use the greenhouse to extend the fall harvest, start seeds for the main garden, harden off transplants, and get a jump on spring. And when the weather warms up in late spring, the raised beds inside are planted with heat-loving crops like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers to provide an extra-early harvest. Just because I use a winter greenhouse doesn’t mean that I don’t use other winter structures in my garden....

This holiday plant’s reputation as highly poisonous is somewhat of a myth, but one that has taken a firm hold and won’t seem to loosen its grip. In spite of their reputation, poinsettias are not considered poisonous – there have been no confirmed fatalities from ingesting this plant. However Euphorbia pulcherrima, aka “Christmas flower,” is far from edible. Just because it’s not deadly doesn’t mean it’s safe to eat. The sap contains low levels of toxic substances that may cause some unpleasant gastrointestinal side effects if ingested, and exposure to the plant may be of even greater concern to individuals with sensitivities and allergies, particularly those with latex allergy....

Fruit Planting bare root strawberries is pretty straightforward, but there are some steps you'll want to make sure that you don't miss when you do. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks you through what bare root strawberries are, how to plant them, and what time of year is the best time to plant them. By Logan Hailey Last updated: April 23, 2022 | 13 min read There is nothing quite like the sweet juiciness of a fresh-picked strawberry on a warm summer’s day....

Growing cabbage can be such a rewarding experience. But it sucks to harvest cabbage after winter has passed and find out it’s been a snack for cabbage worms. It’s important to monitor your cabbage, identify pests, and control cabbage worms as quickly as possible. Unchecked, they can do a lot of damage to your whole crop. Table of Contents Another reason to be vigilant is that they don’t just go for cabbage plants....

I will try not to be overbearing. But I’m also not going to let you banish excellent produce to the icy depths of that overflow chest freezer in the basement if you won’t ever use it to cook with in the future. Can you freeze fresh tomatoes? Short answer: sure. But this is one of those times when you should hold out for the long answer. While it’s technically possible to stash homegrown produce in your cold storage appliance until it can hold no more, there are often better options for preserving a glut of tomatoes....

QUESTION: What can I do with potato scraps? Is it possible to grow potatoes from the peelings? – Lori W ANSWER: If potato peelings are thick and contain one or two eyes, you can grow potatoes from the peelings. Use peelings from healthy potato specimens that are free from mold, soft areas, or green portions of skin. The peelings you plan to plant should maintain at least half an inch of attached potato flesh and have two eyes per peel....

You know those tiny oranges you buy in big bags at the store? The ones you can peel in one long strip that taste super sweet? They’re called clementines and they’re not exclusive to stores. You can grow them at home by having your own clementine tree! It sounds too good to be true, but clementine trees are great houseplants that are fairly easy to care for. In fact, if you haven’t grown citrus trees before, this is a great starter....

QUESTION: Do succulents grow flowers? I’ve had mine for several years, but I’ve never seen any of them bloom. – Liza B ANSWER: Some succulents will flower while others will not. All succulents can flower but if they will depends upon their growing conditions and age. First, succulents must be mature enough to produce a flower. You may be thinking we’re talking about a matter of months. In reality, some succulents won’t flower until they’re around five years old....

by Matt Gibson Dormancy is your garden’s practice of continuing to thrive during cold weather conditions by entering a state of inactivity or minimal activity, saving its energy for a time when it can be better put to use. Even though it doesn’t look as though they’re thriving on a surface level, your perennial plants are basically hibernating and conserving energy until more suitable weather conditions come back around, which is smart, and crucial to their survival and capability to regrow the following year....