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Attracting wildlife into your garden can make it more lively, it will also improve the overall health of your garden. Here are the 5 ways to do this! Many people think that all insects and bugs are pests, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. These tiny creatures protect your garden from harmful nuisances, so it’s wise to encourage them into your space. Not only will a lively garden provide hours of entertainment, wildlife will repay your kindness by keeping your garden beautiful and free of harm....

Monarch butterflies are one of the most easily recognizable butterflies and are important pollinators. They’re at risk of endangerment, so many organizations work hard to keep them thriving and off the endangered list. Narrow-leaf milkweed, Asclepias fascicularis, is a key part of monarch conservation because monarch caterpillars are limited to a strict diet of milkweed. Table of Contents Asclepias fascicularis is a gorgeous plant that boasts clusters of small flowers. Whether you choose to grow them for the monarch butterflies or for your own enjoyment, you’ll appreciate this addition to the garden....

QUESTION: What is the best way to freeze kale? Can I freeze kale without blanching? -Jenny F ANSWER: Unblanched kale can be frozen, but it shouldn’t be used for long-term storage as it will become bitter. Without blanching, frozen kale should be consumed within four to six weeks, whereas blanched frozen kale lasts eight to 12 months. Blanching the kale stops the enzymes in the leaves from working, which prevents the leaves from turning bitter....

African Violets have been one of the top choices as indoor plants for decades! With the right care and attention, Growing African Violet is easy! They also come in a wide range of flowers and types! Check out some amazing purple flower plants here! Size and Appearance The range of flowers and color forms of African Violet are too many to choose from! Their sizes are divided under the following....

Curry leaves is native to the Indian subcontinent and is often mixed with Helichrysum Italicum (which is also called curry plant in confusion). Its leaves are aromatic — sweet and pungent, which releases the mouthwatering fragrance and used in cooking. Keep reading this article to learn Growing Curry Leaves Plant! Botanical Name: Murraya koenigii Other Names: Curry tree, Curry leaves tree, Curry plant, Sweet neem, Meethi neem, Kadhi patta. USDA Zones: 9-12...

What is a hardy hibiscus? These herbaceous perennials are hybrids of a few different North American native Hibiscus species. One of the most common parents, species Hibiscus moscheutos, is a perennial hibiscus that grows in the wet soils of floodplains, marshes, and meadows. Because of this, it’s also known as the swamp mallow or the rose mallow. Depending on the variety, other parents could be Hibiscus syriacus, H. coccineus, H. palustris, and several others....

They have big, beautiful, glossy leaves and are pretty darn forgiving of those with black thumbs. If you forget to water your plants or live in a dry climate though, take note: Coffea arabica Whether you’re a confirmed java lover or more of a tea person, coffee plants are excellent to have around. 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 want an eye-catching and colorful plant that’s easy to grow and stays compact, then read to know How to Grow and Care for Silver Squill. Botanical Name: Ledebouria socialis Common Name: Silver squill, Wood hyacinth, Leopard lily Here are the best silver satin pothos pictures Silver Squill Plant Information With lance-shaped, silvery leaves and green leopard spots, this houseplant looks amazing with purple undersides and silver spots. The teardrop-shaped bulbs that form on maturity make this plant more unique....

What are green onions The terms ‘green onion’ and ‘scallion’ are often used interchangeably, sometimes with ‘bunching onion’ and ‘spring onion’ tossed in there as well. This crop isn’t grown for its bulbs, but its flavorful greens and tender stems. There are two types of onions grown as green onions: Bulb onions (Allium cepa) – Bulb onions are typically grown for their yellow, red, or white bulbs, but they can also be planted to produce green onions....

For many, hydrangeas are the highlight of their landscaping, growing and blooming in bright displays through the yard. Unlike some of the more exotic plants, hydrangeas are not hard to care for. The primary means of care is an annual pruning. This should be done at different times, depending on the type of hydrangeas you’re growing. When to Prune Hydrangeas The best time to prune will depend on the variety of hydrangeas you have....

The poinsettia is a beautiful blooming house plant, which is particularly popular during the holiday season, where it is a wonderful addition to festive home decoration. Poinsettias will provide a colorful display for several months if cared for correctly. This article will outline how to choose and care for a poinsettia plant correctly to enable you to enjoy them for as long as possible. Hints And Tips For Choosing A Poinsettia At The Store Examine your poinsettia carefully before purchasing, as this will ensure that you pick a healthy plant that will thrive and provide color in your home for as long as possible....

If you are a true gardener, buying flowers, fruits, and veggies as starts just isn’t an option for you. You want to start your own garden from scratch, and that means starting all of your plants from seeds. Table of Contents But you’re going to need some seed starting equipment if you’re going to do it right. There are a lot of things needed to ensure that the seeds you plant can grow into strong seedlings and young plants....

QUESTION: Should I pinch off tomato flowers? ANSWER: Many gardeners recommend pinching off the first set of flowers a tomato plant produces in late spring, before the plant has been transplanted into the garden. If you wish to do this, it’s important to understand why the technique works, as you don’t want to just start removing flowers from your plant at random (since the flowers are where tomatoes will grow from)....

If you want to add some green into your home, or simply liven up the decor, then growing houseplants is perfect for you! It’s fun and addicting, and I absolutely adore my houseplant collection. I get the love of indoor plants from my mom. She’s always had a ton of houseplants (and still does!). So I grew up surrounded by green, and have been growing indoor plants most of my life....

When it comes to feeding houseplants, always ensure that the proportions are correct. To see the plant grow beautifully is a sign that your fertilizer is doing a great job! But how to tell that you have overfed them? Well, here are the Top Overfertilization Symptoms in Indoor Plants and Solutions for you! Have a look at the best liquid homemade fertilizers here Overfertilization Symptoms of Indoor Plants 1. Yellowing and Wilting of Lower Leaves Wilting and yellowing are mainly caused due to excessive fertilizer, causing the leaves to burn away and turn yellow....

Don’t compromise your love for plants if you don’t have a budget for them. There are quite a lot of ways to have them without breaking the bank. Let’s have a look at the Tricks to Get Free Indoor Plants. Check out indoor plants that grow from seeds here How to Get Free Indoor Plants 1. Ask Your Neighbors If your neighbors are moving out, you can ask them to give old or extra plants to you....

by Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever heard the term, volcano mulching? If you haven’t, you’re in the right place. Volcano mulching occurs in gardens around the world. Once you know what it is, you’ll probably start seeing it everywhere! Gardeners and landscapers think they’re helping their trees. Instead, they’re greatly harming them. I’m going to walk you through what volcano mulching is, why it’s harmful, and explain how to properly mulch your trees....

We provide an overview of the major insect pests of turnips and rutabagas and advice on how to control them. Turnips are vulnerable to several pests, including cabbage aphids and root maggots, that plague other crucifers. In addition, other insects are more annoyances than serious pests. Examples include whiteflies and caterpillars that feed on the turnip foliage. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Even still, as reasonable as fuchsias are, there is a right and a wrong way to make them truly shine. Fuchsias respond super well to pruning, and unlike roses or lilacs, you don’t run the risk of ruining this year’s display if you mess things up a bit. Phew! Isn’t it nice to work with a plant that is totally low pressure? Having said that, you don’t just want to head out with the snips and go all Edward Scissorhands on your shrub....

What Are Cashews? Cashews are seeds that grow at the base of the cashew apple on the cashew tree (Anacardium occidentale). The seeds are of kidney shape, wrapped under two layers of hard crust (walls), harvested by hand. The seeds have two shells or walls; between these walls, phenolic resin urushiol exists, a toxic substance, also found in poison oak and poison ivy. It is removed during the processing. Due to this reason, you will never find them for sale in their shell form....