If you have a tiny patio, then don’t worry. You can make the best use of its space by taking inspiration from these Small Patio Garden Ideas to grow plants of your choice. Have a look at our article on patio decor ideas on a budget here Tiny Patio Garden Ideas 1. Flagstones on a Patio Flagstones on a patio floor and plants and contrasting color furniture will give a spacious look to the limited space....

Note the personification of wildlife with gender pronouns throughout, a common practice among avid naturalists that Lawson mentions at the outset, and one that demonstrates a moral responsibility to all species. Naturalist Nancy Lawson’s primary purpose is to help animals. She writes a column called Humane Backyard for the Humane Society publication All Animals, and is the founder of The Humane Gardener, a comprehensive website and outreach initiative focused on gardening for animals....

Compost or fertilizer — which one is best for your garden? If you are new to gardening, you may not realize that there are some significant differences between the two when it comes to creating a healthy environment for your plants. Table of Contents Read on to learn which side of the fence you stand on in the compost vs. fertilizer battle.​ Definition of Compost Compost is the result of various decaying organic substances — think manure and dead leaves —being mixed together....

If you’re one for cooking, you’ve likely used chervil at some point. Also called French parsley or Anthriscus cerefolium, these herbs have a delicate, fresh taste that is often used in European soups, sauces, and fish dishes. Not only is chervil delicious in seafood and egg dishes, but it also makes an excellent addition to microgreen gardens. When grown right, chervil microgreens are a nutritious way to perfectly season your dinner!...

Read on to learn about how to harvest and preserve hazelnuts, with some bonus recipe ideas. I just love hazelnuts. The buttery crunch of the toasted nuts is so delicious that I decided I better start growing and harvesting my own. Lucky for me, growing them is easy. You can learn all about it in our guide to growing hazelnuts. And harvesting is even easier! Whether you grow your own shrubs or trees, or find them in the wild, it is absolutely worth knowing how to harvest them yourself....

When winter winds whistle and you’re toasting yourself by the fire, don’t forget about your trees — they definitely need some preparatory love before Jack Frost bites. In gratitude for the bountiful shade these leafy lovelies provide you all spring and summer, give your trees a leg up in their battle against winter’s worst weather. Even if you live in a place where winter days are more mild than malevolent, winter is a good time to give your trees a little extra attention....

Coconuts grow on the Cocos Nucifera in tropical regions. They are full of essential minerals that aids in improving heart and mental health. Coconuts have numerous uses in the food and cosmetic industries that make them quite versatile. So, with it having so many benefits on offer, Is Coconut a Fruit? Let’s find out! Is Coconut a Fruit? In botanical terms, coconut is a one-seeded drupe or a dry drupe, containing a seed....

Table of Contents Is it possible to grow wandering jew plant outdoors? Absolutely. It started there, after all! But there’s some tricks to growing these plants so they thrive in an outdoor setting. Let’s talk about the best ways to provide for your Tradescantia-species plants. All wandering jew plants are similar in their requirements, so these tips will work for all types. Temperature and Climate Needs In their native habitat, the wandering jew plant tends to prefer warmer climates....

You will love these DIY cork projects if you’re a wine cork collector, and if you’re not, you can easily get them for free or at cheap rates from an upscale restaurant, winery, friends or websites like the eBay. 1. Wine Cork Mulch Wine corks can work as a nice mulching material for your container garden. Avoid using plastic wine corks for this purpose. The directions are here. 2. Wine Cork Plant Markers Super easy wine cork project here, these plant markers can be a nice addition to your small garden....

In summer, especially in warm Mediterranean, tropical or subtropical climate zones those who live in cities and have balconies as the “green oasis,” the plants there get exposed to strong, intense sunlight. But with our 6 balcony garden tips, you can cope the summer heat and grow plants easily. Balcony Garden Tips For Summer Tip 1 If you have a south or west facing balcony, it’s best to grow sun-loving plants as they can tolerate the long sunny hours and heat....

Diverse and delicious, from small-headed early maturing types to large, late season winter varieties there’s a cabbage variety out there to suit each gardener. Let’s learn a bit more about the different types of cabbage and our favorites for growing in the garden. If you’ve decided to plant cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) in your garden this season, one of the first decisions you’re going to need to make is which variety to choose....

Rose Care Tips The first and most important thing is to choose a variety that is suitable for your climate and grows in similar growing conditions like yours. Consider temperature, light, humidity, watering and soil type. Every rose variety has its specific requirements, do proper research before planting. Roses need at least six hours of sunlight to bloom heavily. They don’t grow in shade but there are some varieties like David Austin, grace and lady of shallots that thrive in partial shade, too....

The French have mastered the art of cooking. Their choice of herbs is no less than a culinary adventure, be it the delightful cèpes or a simple preparation, the French herbs can truly make your tastebuds go into a frenzy! If you want to recreate the taste of their delightful dishes at home, you must know How to Grow French Herb Garden! Check out our article on growing an Italian herb garden here Popular Herbs that You Can Grow in French Herb Garden 1....

The flowers are nectar-rich and attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. Plants can live up to 20 years in the right growing conditions. Do you think it’s even possible to have too many lavender plants? A fragrant favorite in flower beds and herb gardens, this striking perennial is versatile in many settings, from formal borders to naturalized wildflower gardens. The pretty flower heads are mostly available in shades of mauve to purple, but there are blue, pink, and white varieties as well....

Lovers of different types of pothos who are looking for another addition to your collection – look no further than Scindapsus pictus! While it is not technically a pothos (although it is a close relative) it is nearly indistinguishable – so much so that it is often referred to as silver or satin pothos. Table of Contents It has heart-shaped matte leaves and variegated foliage. It makes a lovely addition to any indoor garden....

Gardeners in temperate areas either endure winter, or defy it. Those who endure it are sustained by color catalogs from seed, bulb, and plant nurseries; those who defy it resort to greenhouses or windowsills crowded with amaryllis, forced bulbs, and foliage plants. For those of us in hibernal denial, however, there’s another outlet: find plants that actually bloom in winter. Some of these misfits are well known: the Christmas rose (which rarely blooms at Christmas, and in any case is not a rose, but a hellebore, Helleborus niger) and the Lenten rose (Helleborus orientalis) are planted to provide winter bloom....

So, if there’s anything we can do to give them a helping hand, we definitely should! Flowers are beautiful, bringing a splash of color to our gardens and veggie patches. But there’s so much more to them than just beauty alone. Flowers play a key role in our ecosystem, they can be edible, and they are perfect for attracting beneficial insects and other small helpful animals. This is especially true in the case of pollinators....

From ages, people have strived to bring positivity in their day to day lives. Plants, being the part of nature, play a vital role in different cultures to help people achieve the Divine within. Here are some of the most Most Sacred Plants in the World that hold a lot of significance. Check out our article on good luck plants here Most Sacred Plants in the World 1. African Dream Root Botanical Name: Silene undulata...

Window boxes are a popular choice for urban gardeners due to their small size and efficient location. But the options for what to plant window boxes can overwhelming to you, so we are here to help! Window boxes serve multiple purposes, from pure decoration and aesthetics to practical gardening. In this article, we’ll look at three herbs and three decorative plants you should consider planting in your window boxes. Listen to this post on the Epic Gardening Podcast...

1. Build a Vertical Balcony Garden Build a structure from scrap woods to hang your herb pots and under them, there’s a planter to grow whatever you like. Such a neat idea for us balcony gardeners. Check out this amazing DIY at By Brittany Goldwyn! 2. Vertical Garden This post by DIY Enthusiasts shares two basic space saving ideas for limited space gardeners. Make a wooden lattice holder for your flower pots and the one is hanging wicker baskets....