Fresh homegrown vegetables taste delicious, are good for health, and safe from chemicals. You don’t need to acquire a regular garden to grow them. A Terrace Vegetable Garden will take care of your family’s need for veggies easily! Check out our article on the best plants for the terrace garden here. Terrace Vegetable Garden 1. Creating a Vegetable Garden in Pots In terrace garden containers, you can plant almost any vegetable....
Vegetables Garlic is one of the more useful vegetables you can plant in your garden. It has a variety of different uses, being especially popular in many food dishes across the world. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey takes you through each step you'll need to follow in order to plant, grow, and care for garlic in your garden. By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 13, 2022 | 21 min read You can find garlic in just about every cuisine in the world....
With its striking and unusual flowers, this North American species brings bright splashes of color to the landscape, but needs little to no upkeep in return. Ratibida columnifera If you’re looking for a drought-tolerant perennial with a slightly quirky vibe, meet your new favorite prairie native – Mexican hat! We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
If you are someone new to gardening and want a no-fuss plant to grace your rooms, especially if you live in an apartment and a studio, then you should learn How To Propagate English Ivy in Water! Check out some amazing benefits of growing English Ivy here How To Propagate English Ivy in Water Propagating English Ivy is much easier than it sounds. Since it is an invasive plant, the Ivy grows naturally and abundantly when given the right care....
Young plants have a tender root system, and it’s easy to uproot them or scatter the sown seeds. Beginners and new gardeners often do this by their improper watering techniques. If you’re one of them, learn how to water seedlings and seeds properly in this article. Water Seedlings from Above Watering seedlings from above mean that you water the seedlings from the top. Seeds that are not sprouted yet can get displaced even with slight disturbance, and watering this way is the main reason behind this....
Plums are an excellent plant to grow, especially in North America. Growers should be aware of the necessary care for plum trees, and they should also consider what plum tree diseases they may have to contend with during the growing season. Table of Contents By understanding what bacteria, fungi, viruses, and oomycetes affect different types of plum trees, gardeners can have a healthy and happy tree. Healthy trees promote hefty yields....
Figuring out what plant propagation tools, equipment, and supplies you need can be confusing and stressful, especially if you’re just starting out. So, in this post, I’ll share a list of the most important things you’ll need, along with some “nice-to-have” items. If you want to start propagating plants, then you’re probably wondering what you’ll need to get going. The good news is that you don’t need a ton of expensive tools and equipment to propagate plants....
Soil that is composed of aggregates (smaller fragments) will be less likely than individual particles to be blown away by the wind or taken up by water – both major causes of soil erosion. Hopefully you don’t think of soil as just dirt. Soil is actually an incredibly complex ecosystem, with billions of organisms found in a single teaspoonful. These organisms range from fungi and bacteria to earthworms, nematodes, and insects....
Their order, Division 1 versus Division 3, for example, might be an unbalanced mashup in the world of college rugby, but this isn’t an indicator of quality or worth when we’re talking about tulips. Tulips, members of the Tulipa genus, come in many different varieties. Not sure how to tell which is which, or where to start? If you’re a tulip-lover who’s ready to expand your knowledge about the specifics of the many different species and cultivars out there, or you’re simply looking for a few new types to add to your springtime flower beds this fall, this is the guide for you!...
In this article, we discuss guidelines for choosing the best time to plant bulbs, and what to do if you miss this optimal window of opportunity. Most of our favorite flowers that grow from bulbs bloom in the spring. But when is the best time to plant them? Bulb flowers such as allium, crocus, cyclamen, daffodil, fritillaria, iris, Siberian squill, and tulip should be planted in the fall, so they can undergo the winter chilling they need to bloom in the springtime....
Do you want to create a serene and soothing atmosphere in your home? Consider adding these Japanese Garden Plants You Can Grow Indoors! Learn about the Houseplants that can Improve your Mental Health here What is a Japanese Garden? A Japanese Garden symbolizes harmony by combining natural forces together. It is designed to incorporate harmony in a minimalistic scenery, following the traditional aesthetics of a Japanese culture. The five elements of a Japanese garden include water—which stands for calmness and renewal; stones—the omnipresence of nature; lantern—the guiding light to clear the cloud of negativity; bridges—to linger around the beauty of nature; and plants—that depict the universal forms of life....
Flowers Are you thinking of planting some pink flowers this season? Pink flowers are a staple of just about every flower garden. It's critical to have the right balance of color, and pink flowers can bring exactly that balance. In this massive guide, we examine more than 100 of our favorite pink flowers that you can plant in your garden this season. By Jason White Last updated: November 19, 2022 | 47 min read From shocking magenta to soft cotton candy, pink is a shade that evokes a certain sense of fun, femininity, and playfulness that is unique to this side of the color spectrum....
1. Tree Trunk Planter Upcycle rotten tree trunk pieces to create a rustic succulent planter for your garden or home. Get the instructions at My Repurposed Life. 2. Tree Branch Planter Hollow out tree logs with a spade bit and plant your succulents as you normally do. Find the detailed tutorial here. 3. Succulent Planter Branch This wooden succulent planter was made using a tree branch. Here are the details....
Flowers Looking for some white dahlia varieties to plant in your flower garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? There are many different types of dahlias that bloom with beautiful white flowers. In this article, we take a look at our favorite white dahlia varieties that you can grow this season! By Jason White Last updated: September 1, 2022 | 11 min read Dahlias are one of the most exquisite flowers you can incorporate into your garden....
An Accomplished Author Jessica Walliser is a renowned horticulturist who received her formal training from Penn State University. She is the co-host of the acclaimed Pittsburgh radio program, “The Organic Gardeners,” and a former contributing editor of Organic Gardening magazine. Jessica Walliser’s new book, Gardener’s Guide to Compact Plants: Edibles and Ornamentals for Small-Space Gardening, contains all you need to create a lush setting on a restricted scale that’s laden with flowers, fruits, and vegetables....
An Accomplished Author Jessica Walliser is a renowned horticulturist who received her formal training from Penn State University. She is the co-host of the acclaimed Pittsburgh radio program, “The Organic Gardeners,” and a former contributing editor of Organic Gardening magazine. Jessica Walliser’s new book, Gardener’s Guide to Compact Plants: Edibles and Ornamentals for Small-Space Gardening, contains all you need to create a lush setting on a restricted scale that’s laden with flowers, fruits, and vegetables....
By Jennifer Poindexter If you’re in the market for a beautiful, brightly colored, flowering tree, you must pay attention to the eastern redbud. It stands out for its dark pink blooms. These blooms are why many people make the investment into such a tree. However, if you’re going to plant a tree, you must also know how to care for it to ensure it thrives in your landscape. This is where I come into play....
One of the things I love the most about growing vertically is that there are so many fun materials you can use to build your supports! It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget to think practically. You want to find vertical garden materials that work with the type of structures you plan to build. But it’s also important to choose items that fit with the size and height of the plant, are safe to use, and also work for your budget....
6 Deer-Resistant Bulbs The six deer-resistant bulbs you’re about to meet are all spring-blooming. To enjoy their gorgeous blooms, plant the bulbs in the autumn. They’ll spend the winter growing roots and settling in. Then, come spring, when their greens and blooms emerge from the ground, you’ll be able to enjoy their cheery beauty for many weeks. 1. Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis): Among the very first bulbs to emerge each spring, snowdrops may be petite, but they sure are a welcome sight to winter-weary eyes!...
Finger limes are slowly being introduced into the culinary world, but quickly becoming chefs’ favorites. Finger limes are described as citrus caviar because the texture of the pulp resembles caviar. The pulp contains small round vesicles filled with juice that provide a burst of refreshing acidity and flavor with every bite. Growing a finger lime tree is incredibly easy and the fruit can be stored in the freezer to be enjoyed any time of the year....
