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In addition, the bacteria stimulate the plant to activate their natural resistance mechanisms. This provides additional control of pathogens. Bacillus amyloliquefaciens (BAA) is a type of bacterium that is found in soils throughout the world and also on dried foods and fresh produce. Many strains of these bacteria enhance plant growth and inhibit plant pathogens, greatly improving the health of plants. They colonize the roots of plants and reduce plant disease by both direct and indirect action....

Check out our article on some amazing DIY vertical garden ideas here If you are planning to create a living wall, then the first important step is selecting an appropriate plant. Apart from the plants listed below, you can also use: Herbs Flowering annuals Vines Air-purifying Plants Keep in mind that not all plants can be grown on a vertical wall garden. Select plants that have similar requirements, are slow-growing, or have a shallow root system....

If you’re making plans to add something new to the veggie patch this year, whip out your gardening journal and start taking notes – kohlrabi is not to be missed, and we’ve rounded up a selection of our favorites to make planning easier. Are you familiar with the crisp, sweet, and succulent treat that is homegrown kohlrabi? Whether you’re an old hand at growing and feasting on this vegetal delicacy already, or the idea of batter-dipped and deep-fried cubes, stewed strips, or crispy raw slices of the stuff is entirely new to you, this is one vegetable that you don’t want to miss out on!...

Borage is well-known for its vividly blue, star-shaped flowers. But, this plant isn’t all looks – it also grows delicious microgreens! Borage microgreens have a strong cucumber flavor that’s also been likened to cantaloupe, lemon, and even celery. It’s often grown instead of cucumber microgreens, even though they aren’t related. If you like to make smoothies, tea, and even fancy alcoholic drinks, borage microgreens are perfect for your garden! Table of Contents...

We’ve compiled everything you need to know about these sap-sucking pests, so you’ll know how to deal with them when they show up on your apples or landscape trees. Eriosomatinae Just in case there weren’t enough white waxy insects for you to tell apart already, such as scales and mealybugs, here is another fluffy type. Now introducing the shrub- and tree-loving woolly aphid, an insect that takes the waxy coating game to a whole new level....

Plants for East Facing Balcony East facing balcony receives 6 to 8 hours of sun, often between 8 am. to 1 pm., the benefit of such balcony is that you can save your plants from the harsh afternoon sun. Flowers East facing balconies are better to grow flowers that love tender sunlight. If exposure to the sun is about 6 hours, you can grow geraniums and hollyhocks. Daisies, daffodils, lilies, cosmos, and verbena are a good choice too....

In this guide, you’ll learn all about what it means when gardeners say that a vegetable or herb plant has bolted. I think you’re going to fall in love with the term, as it’s quite the accurate visual! Before you became a gardener, you may never have heard the term “bolting” before. At least, not in this particular context. Maybe you’re only now hearing the term tossed around by other gardeners for the first time and you’re wondering what it means....

Ponytail palms, also known as elephant foot, are fantastic and cute indoor houseplants, as their caudex makes for a striking appearance… Table of Contents But growing a ponytail palm outdoors is actually more common, believe it or not! You get to take advantage of the full spring, summer, fall, and winter growth cycle of this incredible plant. Without further ado, read on for tips to make your elephant foot plant grow tall and love growing outdoors....

1. Birdcage Planter Display this birdcage planter to add a creative influence to your garden. You can hang it indoors or outdoors on a tree or near a door. The choice is yours. Check out the tutorial here. 2. Succulent Bird Cage Planter Transform a white birdcage into this interesting succulent planter for your patio or balcony. Since succulents require less attention, they are the best fit for this project. Look for the tutorial at The Gardening Cook....

Heathers are low maintenance, drought-tolerant and hardy-winter plants. They are easy to grow and features wonderful colorful flowers year-round. Keep reading this article to learn how to grow heathers in pots. Family: Ericaceae USDA Zones: 4 to 9 Bloom Color: White, pink, purple and red Height: 4 inches to 2 feet Growing Heather in Pots? There are 500+ varieties of heather – low growing bushes and shrubs, they differ not only in height but in size and colors of flowers and foliage....

Let’s take a closer look at what this essential nutrient has to offer: We’ve been told since we were young that eating carrots will help our eyesight… or maybe it was just my mom who said that? There is some truth to this common recommendation because carrots, and several other types of vegetables, happen to be a good source of vitamin A. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

In this article, you will learn all you need to grow and care for the alpine aster. Aster alpinus The alpine aster, Aster alpinus, is a short-lived cold weather perennial in the very large Asteraceae family that includes daisies, dahlias, and sunflowers. This herbaceous ornamental species is unique for having an early bloom time, low profile, and single blossom per stem. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

If you’re hesitant about growing microgreens, we have the perfect place to start. Radish microgreens are one of the easiest and fastest to grow. They require very little preparation and the time to harvest is less than 10 days! This, and much more, makes them ideal for new microgreen growers. Table of Contents So why would you want to grow radish microgreens in the first place? First of all, as we mentioned, the time to harvest is considerably shorter....

Sansevieria kirkii, also identified as star sansevieria, is a snake plant variety that is a bit harder to find. It’s a fantastic indoor houseplant, but also provides an amazing outdoor gardening experience if you’re in the right climate. Table of Contents If you’re an enthusiast of this popular species, it’s worth the effort to hunt one down and learn how to care for it. Recommended Products: Espoma Organic Cactus MixEspoma Organic Cactus Plant Food Quick Care Guide It’s native to the East African region, especially Tanzania....

As hydroponic gardeners, we face all sorts of challenges when it comes to getting our plants to grow how we want them to, but none is more annoying than the dreaded overheating reservoir. While there are many different ways you can combat this problem, this article will give you an in-depth look at the best water chillers for hydroponics. Table of Contents We’ll look at the three most popular brands, plus two alternative options that I’ve tested:...

Many gardeners grow them purely as a decorative crop. But they are not just a treat for the eyes. Many varieties can also provide delicious and nutritious goodness for your family all winter long. Oh my gourd-ness! It’s easy to see why people go so crazy for ornamental gourds. Nothing says fall quite like harvesting a beautiful bumper crop of these lumpy-bumpy ornamental veggies from the garden. Coming in all manner of shades and shapes, gourds are perfect for adding a touch of autumnal color in the backyard beds, or to table settings and holiday decorations....

USDA Zones— 9-11 Difficulty— Easy Botanical Name— Opuntia ficus-indica Other Names— Barbary-fig Cactus, Cactus Pear Fruit, Gracemere-Pear, Indian-fig, Indian fig, Nopal Cactus, Oponce, Opuntia, Opuntia cardona, Opuntia ficus, Opuntia ficus-indica, Opuntia fuliginosa, Opuntia hyptiacantha, Opuntia lasciacantha, Opuntia macrocentra, Opuntia megacantha, Opuntia puberula, Opuntia streptacantha, Opuntia velutina, Opuntia violacea, Tuna Cardona, Westwood-Pear Prickly pear is a common succulent plant in Mediterranean and subtropical regions. It is grown as an ornamental plant and for its juicy fruits....

Learning how to harvest mint is essential if you’re a mint-lover! Table of Contents Cool, aromatic, and refreshing, mint is one of the most popular herbs in the world. From delicious sauces to desserts, cocktails, curries, and mint tea, mint can be used in many recipes. It even finds uses beyond the kitchen. For example, it is a common ingredient in beauty products. You can also find it in toothpaste, mouthwash, chewing gums, etc....

If you’re like me and are avoiding supermarkets right now, you’ll be happy to know one trick that I use to stay at home. I’m sure you’ve heard that you can regrow green onions from just a tiny nub-end before. But did you know that you can also turn half-rotten sprouted onions into brand new full-sized onion plants? I use green onions so often that I’m always running short. They don’t last in the refrigerator for long, their greens starting to wilt away within a matter of days....

If you’ve ever traveled internationally, you may have noticed that before entering into a country, you often have to fill out a form about whether you are carrying any agricultural products or have been on any foreign farms during your trip. This precaution is because many invasive plants and pests can hitch a ride. The Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri) is an exotic pest that has been able to rapidly spread across North America in just a few short decades since its initial introduction in the late 1990s....