Harvesting onions is easy, but it can be difficult for newbies to know when they are ready. So in this post, I will tell you how to figure out when to pick onions for the biggest and best crop, and show you exactly how to do it. One of the great things about harvesting onions is that it’s really hard to get it wrong. Unlike so many other vegetables, they’re a patient crop that you can take your time with....
Did you know that zebras are actually black with white stripes? The same rings true for their plant doppelganger, Haworthiopsis fasciata. Adorably nicknamed ‘little zebra’ this succulent is covered in white stripes. That funky pattern, plus a distinctive shape, makes the little zebra a unique addition to any garden. Table of Contents The Haworthiopsis fasciata zebra plant is in the same family as aloe vera, and it shows. It features green, triangular leaves that are stacked in a little bush....
Here are the most effective ways on How to Get Rid of Rats in Home and Garden Fast. They are easy to use and work 100%! Check out our article on how to keep ticks away from garden here How to Get Rid of Rats in Home and Garden 1. Natural Predators Repel rats by making an appropriate habitat for natural predators like owls, which can eliminate many rats in a single night....
You’ll find a range of available colors to choose from, including shades of orange, pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. Often the petals are variegated, and some types are fragrant. Hippeastrum spp. Amaryllis, Hippeastrum x hybridum, is not one specific type, but rather any one of hundreds of hybrids of Hippeastrum species in the Amaryllidaceae family. Suited to outdoor growing as a perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11, this showy flower is often forced to bloom indoors in other zones....
In this article, I will cover everything you need to know to cultivate calico aster in your landscape. Symphyotrichum lateriflorum Calico aster, Symphyotrichum lateriflorum, formerly Aster lateriflorus, is a native perennial flower that blooms from midsummer to mid-fall. It rejuvenates fall gardens with masses of tiny white blossoms, with striking reddish-purple to rosy pink centers. Suitable for gardeners in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8, this plant readily naturalizes, especially in moist woodland locales, where it is virtually maintenance free....
Heck, as I was putting this together I realized our readers don’t need a growing guide for Sansevieria. Sansevieria Trifasciata (aka Mother-in-Law’s Tongue) Ever wonder why you never see artificial snake plants? It’s because you don’t need artificial versions. The real thing is pretty much unkillable and survives in almost any growing condition. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
While this beautiful woody shrub’s native range stretches from central Florida and Texas and up through New York State and Maine, you can grow it just about anywhere if you live in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 9. Ilex verticillata I grew up enjoying snowy winters every year in Montana, so when I moved to southern California for college, I missed the snow. A lot. But then came graduate school in Vermont, where not only did it snow every winter, but plants I hadn’t seen before in Montana popped up along with the snow and cold....
There are five common types of blueberry plants out there, beginning with the most popular in commercial cultivation, the northern highbush (Vaccinium corymbosum). Vaccinium spp. Blueberries are popular with home gardeners because, let’s face it, they’re delicious. But while the berries get most of the attention, the bushes are beautiful plants in their own right. Blueberry plants bloom during mid- to late spring – typically in May or June, depending on the species and cultivar – with showy white, pink, or purple flowers....
But sometimes even the varieties that have been bred to produce fruits with the highest sugar content need extra help to yield the sweetest harvest. No one will ever mistake a garden fruit for a candy bar. But flavorful, homegrown tomatoes that taste sweet are a treat in their own right. Numerous varieties are able to claim the nickname “garden candy.” They’re naturally full of healthy vitamins and minerals, too....
In addition you may choose to grow some of your crops in containers to save garden space, or in the case of perennial vegetables, move them to a different location for winter protection. Even if you don’t have room for a regular garden, you can still enjoy growing and harvesting fresh vegetables all summer long by cultivating your crops in containers. If the sun shines for a good part of the day on a balcony, driveway, front step, patio, porch, or sidewalk, you’ve got prime gardening real estate for a container, or a collection of pots filled with vegetables....
While you might not see them too frequently, beets definitely have their fair share of pests that will eagerly make a meal of them if conditions are right. For a cool-season crop, it’s pretty hard to beat beets. They’re quick to grow, and you can have a harvest in six weeks, not to mention the tops as well as the roots are edible. Plus, come on… they’re delicious, with that earthy, rich goodness....
Tulips are the jewels of the early spring landscape, providing a welcome jolt of bright color. Tulips are hardy spring-blooming bulbs similar to daffodils that come back for several years if given proper care. Although they can be naturalized or scattered at will, a basic plan will create a more cohesive look that makes the most of your tulip investment. The Right Location for Planting Tulips Tulips look charming in masses along a fence or planted under deciduous trees and shrubs in a formal bed....
Start with the best type of grass for your climate As a professional horticulturist and a former landscaper, I’ve seeded dozens of brand-new lawns over the years, and I’ve over-seeded bare spots in hundreds more. No matter how large or how small your job is, success always starts with selecting the best grass seed for your region. Different grass species thrive in different climates. There are cool-season grasses and warm-season grasses....
By Erin Marissa Russell Most of us have a general idea of the distinction between oranges and tangerines. Both are in the citrus family and are common at the grocery store. Oranges are a broad category of tree fruits that includes several varieties of oranges including navel oranges as well as blood oranges, Valencia oranges, mandarins, clementines, tangerines, and satsuma mandarins. Oranges are an extremely popular citrus fruit. “Tangerine” is a term used to refer to some members of the mandarin orange family....
Growth slows to a crawl, or even a standstill in the coldest and darkest months of December through February. Tasty, nutritious, and prolific with beautiful savoyed leaves and crisp, colorful stalks, Swiss chard is a garden stalwart that gives gardeners an extra-long growing season and multiple harvests. Both heat and cold tolerant, it thrives in the cool temperatures of spring and fall, but it’s also productive during the hot months of summer – only slowing down a bit when temperatures rise into the mid-80s and above....
But it’s no good when those leaves start looking a bit shabby. I’m not sure about the name, as I have somewhat of an aversion to arachnids, but I know spider plants themselves are stellar. Their strappy, often striped mounds of leaves are different from so many other houseplants. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
QUESTION: What’s the best fertilizer for carrots? I’d like to grow some bigger carrots this year. – Patricia F GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: The best fertilizer for carrots is one that’s lower in nitrogen and higher in potassium and phosphate. And you’re in luck, because growing and caring for carrots is a simple process. Carrots are a root crop and don’t like to be disturbed once planted. Therefore, you should find a growing location with full to partial sunlight and loose, well-draining soil....
QUESTION: When is compost ready? I have been adding kitchen scraps and some leaves to the large bin in my back yard for almost a year. How do I know when I’m done and can use it? – Erwin B GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: Compost can be ready anywhere between month one of decomposing and month twelve. When it’s ready depends more upon its purpose than anything. You should first consider what you’ll be using the compost for....
If you are not sure about Why and How To Prune Herbs, then don’t worry. Here’s a detailed guide on Everything About Pruning Herbs to help you out! Here are the Best Herbs that Attract Money Why Prune Herbs? The herb garden will show abundant growth if you prune it routinely. Pruning also encourages bushier and fresh growth and avoids flowering and seeding. To keep the plants compact and in shape....
Information Is your Frizzle Sizzle dying? Have you noticed your plant starting to come down with brown tips, brown roots, or even seeing mold at the base of the plant? The good news is that most of the reasons this plant fails can be easily corrected. In this article, we look at the 6 most common reasons that the Alubuca Spiralis dies off due to gardener error. By Jason White Last updated: November 17, 2022 | 4 min read Finding the right houseplant can be a challenge....
