Often referred to as the honey mushroom, shoestring fungus, or honey fungus, the Armillaria genus consists of a number of different species that can be devastating to an orchard. Armillaria spp. The fungus Armillaria is truly a menace to apples and a number of other fruit trees, ornamentals, crops, and shrubs. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
We’ve covered Sansevieria trifasciata, the snake plant, in the past. But we never delved heavily into snake plant propagation, and it’s overdue. Table of Contents So today, we’ll explore the different methods in use for starting new snake plants. Each one has its pros and cons, but they all result in an expansion of your sansevieria selection! Useful Products For Rooting Snake Plants: Garden Safe TakeRoot Rooting HormoneBontone II Rooting PowderSpartan Garden Knife Choosing Your Technique The first step in your rooting journey is to select your method....
We all love fresh herbs, don’t we? If you want to ditch the routine of buying them from stores, then we have good news for you! These Hydroponic Herb Garden DIY ideas will help you grow them just with water, which results in bigger and faster growth, and saves you from the hassles of mulching, tilling, changing of soil! Check out our article on homemade hydroponic systems here Hydroponic Herb Garden DIY Ideas 1....
1. Selecting Containers Most of the herbs grow well in shallow pots, but there are herbs like dill, cilantro, and lavender that needs 3 – 5 gallon sized containers. Be careful about the drainage too and always check the drainage holes. Play with the container types and experiment; you can use window boxes, small DIY containers, hanging baskets, homemade planters. Also Read: How to Start a Container Vegetable Garden 2. Choosing the Best Location While most of the herbs can be grown in the partially shaded spot the amount of direct sunlight is very vital for their growth....
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, most often referred to as bearberry, is the perfect edible ground cover for anyone struggling with poor soil or rocky soil conditions in their landscape. Its common name comes from what happens to most of these plants – apparently bears love the fruit that the plant produces and will happily consume them in huge volumes in fall as they’re fattening up for the winter. This is not limited to bears, either; many types of migratory birds will happily eat the berries....
Let’s dive in! Tulipa gesneriana var. dracontia The parrot tulip, Tulipa gesneriana var. dracontia, is an intriguing cultivated variety with twisted, curled, and ruffled petals streaked by vivid combinations of colors. We’re all familiar with tulips and their cheerful, colorful blooms that herald the arrival of spring, and the promise of warmth and sunshine. In this article, we highlight the unique qualities of the parrot tulip, and offer tips for growing this spectacular flower successfully....
But it sure doesn’t hurt things to give them a little snip-snip now and then. One of the things that gardeners love most about philodendrons is that they’re pretty much foolproof. They aren’t one of those species that is constantly teetering on the edge of disaster. And they don’t need tons of maintenance like regular pruning to keep them alive. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
Being solvent, water dissolves everything into it, and this is the reason it doesn’t exist in its purest form. Purification removes impurities like harmful chemicals and minerals, making water absolutely healthy and safe for consumption for humans. But, Is Distilled Water Good for Plants too? Let’s find out! Check out our article on carbonated water for plants here! What is Distilled Water? The process of distillation involves evaporation and condensation of water, where it is boiled and stored as condensed steam....
Some of the most formidable foes in the garden are plant omnivores because they are not reliant on just one host. The tarnished plant bug (TPB), Lygus lineolaris (Palisot de Beauvois), is one such pest that is a nuisance in gardens and can cause significant economic losses to commercial farmers and plant nurseries. Table of Contents Plant bugs are a large, diverse order of insects that fall within either the families of Lygaeidae or Miridae....
Table of Contents After my recent ‘obsession’ with writing about the different types of water you can use for hydroponics, whether you can grow with tap water, or what to know about distilled water, I figured it’d probably be smart to talk about how to measure what’s IN your water. It’s one thing to understand all of the different compounds and substances that could be in your water, but it’s a totally different thing to be able to measure it....
There are several plants that attract butterflies; here are a few to consider that are just perfect for smaller yards. Many people like to add a bit of action to their gardens by planting plants that attract wildlife. One of the creatures gardeners sometimes like to attract is the butterfly. Its beautiful colors and ability to pollinate flowers are welcome attributes to most backyards. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
The rabbits are onto something – carrot tops taste amazing! Well, at least carrot microgreens do. These young greens, fresh from the seed, have a mild carrot taste and delicate texture that you’ll love. They’ll add flavor to your plate and green to your garden! Table of Contents Carrot microgreens are one of the slowest microgreens you can grow (if you want something faster, try radishes or mustard). Depending on the variety, it’s usually 15-25 days until harvest....
Requirements Translucent Planter White Planter Pot (one size smaller than the translucent planter) Solar Power Solar LED Light Rope Gravels Foil (optional) Hot Glue Drill Procedure 1. Arrange a Translucent Planter Get a clear pot from any local store. To check if it works, shine a flashlight through the planter. 2. Smaller Planter You will need one more planter, it should be one size smaller than the first one. 3. Wrap it in Foil Either paint the small planter using white paint (if it isn’t already) or wrap it in foil....
Judith Craft, primary gardener for the herb garden for the Austin Herb Society in Austin, Texas, likes herbs because many of them will bloom in the shade. Sometimes it can be tricky to identify the right groundcover for a particular area of your garden. This plant needs too much sun. That one likes shade. And this other one you’ve used all over the place — and you want something new....
If you own a South facing balcony, you are luckier than those who have north facing balconies. You can build richest compositions with myriads of plant because the choices of plants that like such space are enormous. When we’re talking about the south faced balcony, let’s assume there is nothing shady. Also, keep in mind that south facing balcony is itself a trap — containers with plants become very hot, and the soil dries out quickly....
In the past, we’ve covered whether a snail is an insect. There, we discussed gastropods, their behaviors, habitats, and their lovely shells, which sometimes aren’t a welcome sight among gardeners. However, one thing we need to discuss is the difference between snails and slugs. Snail vs slug – what’s that all about? Table of Contents There are a few things to think about within this particular topic. For instance, are there differences in size?...
Weightlifter Jonathan Walker prepares to lift a marrow weighing 119lbs 12oz (54.3kg) above his head after it won the Giant Marrow Class in the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show. The marrow was grown by Peter Glazebrook from Newark who took six first prize awards in the Giant Vegetable classes at the show. Source Giant vegetable grower Peter Glazebrook with his world record onion. It weighed in at 18lbs 1oz (8.16kg), beating his previous world record by almost two ounces....
If you want to decorate your balcony this Halloween season in a creepy and fun way, then we have some spooky Balcony Halloween Decor ideas for you. With a few additions, you’ll have a Halloween-ready balcony in no time! Check out our article on Halloween garden decor ideas here Balcony Halloween Decor Ideas 1. Halloween Decor with Darth Vader This spooky black-themed balcony with a creepy mask man and Darth Vader is surely going to attract a lot of eyeballs....
1. Giant DIY Christmas Wreath Wrap twine around a big hula hoop and tie real or faux plants around it. Find more here. 2. DIY Christmas Swag Wreath Arrange faux greenery together and tie ’em up with a ribbon to imitate this swag wreath idea by Clean and Scentsible. 3. DIY Christmas Wreath Holly, ornaments, and floral wire can be your way to a gorgeous wreath for celebrating Christmas with style....
1. Spoon Flower Art Weld some silverware spoons to complete this DIY flower art project for your garden or flower bed, it’s a brilliant idea! Visit The Instructables to get the detailed tutorial. 2. Bottle Cap Garden Art Flower Collect bottle caps to complete this DIY garden art idea. You’ll also need glue, paint, and newspaper. Here’s the tutorial. 3. DIY Bottle Cap Flower Another creative idea with bottle caps. Make a vintage bottle cap flower following the instructions here....
