Have a look at some best trailing foliage plants for Hanging Baskets here 1. Bird’s Nest Fern Botanical Name: Asplenium nidus One of the best choices for baskets, it does well in both shade and light. It loves humidity, so you can also grow it in the bathroom. Check out more hanging fern varieties here 2. Chenille Plant Botanical Name: Acalypha hispida These plants not only look beautiful, but they also grow quickly....
However, the more seasoned gardener knows that this is simply not the case. Although spring and summer are generally regarded as the more fruitful seasons, there are still a number of crops that can thrive throughout the colder months. There are also many ways to continue to grow other crops indoors or with the use of protective equipment such as cold frames or greenhouses. You can even build your own polytunnel....
There are many things that can attack your garden plants and flowers, so it’s always a good idea to have a basic understanding of plant diseases so you don’t have to deal with infected plants that have the potential to cause damage to your garden. Today we’re discussing aster yellows, an infection that is found in the plant sap of a host plant; the tiny organism, called phytoplasma, is spread by infected leafhoppers....
Ivy is a low-care plant with a versatile nature, it can be grown as a houseplant, trained to create beautiful topiaries, or kept short as spilling indoor plant with regular pruning. Growing Ivy Indoors can make your home appear lively and more inviting. Plus, this air purifying plant also helps in cleaning the indoor air. Check out our article on growing Chinese Evergreen Indoors here Best Ivy Varieties to Grow The plant comes in many colors and shapes....
The grains you give them are important, but the greens and scratch materials they consume are just as critical. Chickens are such an integral and beloved part of today’s homesteads and family farms. It’s no surprise that more and more attention is being given to making sure that they are not only healthy, but happy as well. One way that you can show your feathered friends you care is by ensuring that they eat well....
The real deal is a combination of soft and exfoliating, with the ability to absorb just enough water and soap to get a good lather going! Luffa aegyptiaca and Luffa acutangular When I was a young girl, we didn’t use washcloths with our baths or showers. We did not have the puffy, plastic mesh scrubbies sold at dollar stores today. We used a loofah sponge, and it wasn’t until I was a grownup that I realized we grew these in our backyard garden!...
Whether you plant peas on the ground or in containers, they need support to grow productively. You can use stakes and trellises or repurpose spare tomato cages for this purpose. Also Read: How to Grow Peas in Pots But spending money to buy a lot of trellises isn’t a frugal affair. The better option is to learn how to make a trellis for peas. These DIY Pea Trellis Ideas in this list can help you in that....
Citrus scents are known to uplift mood and spirit. Also, they stimulate the nervous system, making you more alert, attentive, and happy. A study that supports this claim is here. So having plants that bear lemon scented flowers or orange scented flowers in your garden or home is a great way to enhance your mood. Check out our article on orange houseplants you can grow here 1. Lemon-Scented Geranium Botanical Name: Pelargonium crispum...
1. Macrame Cord Straps Use macrame cord to make a crochet plant hanger. Even if you are not introduced to crocheting, you can learn the simple chain stitch. The tutorial is available here! 2. Crochet Plant Holder Combine crochet doily and embroidery floss to create this pretty (or prettiest) plant holder for your mini succulent pot. Follow this tutorial to make one for yourself. 3. Crochet Planter Sack Use your crocheting skills to DIY a planter sack for your plants!...
Staking is most often needed for plants forced indoors in small pots, but those grown in larger containers and outdoor beds can also flop or lean, and may benefit from support as well. Amaryllis (Hippeastrum spp.) are beloved for their large, extravagant flowers and easy-care culture. But in full bloom, plants can lean or become top-heavy and may require staking to stay upright – particularly those cultivars with full, double blooms!...
Okra, Abelmoschus esculentus, is one of the hardiest plants in the mallow family. It is thought to have originated in Africa and Asia but today it is grown across the United States, especially in temperate zones and mild seasons. But did you know that there are great okra companion plants that will enhance your garden efforts? Table of Contents Growing okra plants is not hard if you have full sun and good soil in your garden....
The vibrant colors of Aeonium Kiwi make it an instant show stopper. This succulent has leaves variegated with deep shades of yellow and green. When placed in the sun, its tips are crowned with brilliant red. The spoon-shaped leaves grow uniformly into beautiful rosettes. Table of Contents The origin of Kiwi Aeonium is a mystery. The most common belief is that it’s a hybrid of Aeonium haworthii, which is from the Canary Islands....
As you become older, you may feel inclined to give up your beloved gardening past time as physical activity becomes more difficult. Elderly gardening may seem to be too much effort. But don’t give up! Table of Contents With the help of some very helpful tools and tips, you can continue to garden well into your golden years. While gardening can stock your kitchen with delicious vegetables and fruits, in the case of senior citizens the additional benefits of gardening become even more important....
In our series of articles about beets, we discuss topics ranging from garden cultivation and health benefits to container gardening and pest control. The beet, Beta vulgaris, is a biennial root vegetable that is commonly cultivated as an annual in temperate zones. Plants are grown primarily for their reddish purple, red and white striped, yellow, or white edible roots, but the leafy tops, or beet greens, are equally delicious. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
Microgreens are an easy way to incorporate extra greens into your diet. They also provide instant gratification since you can plant them indoors and harvest them in at least two weeks! If you want to have easy access to some flavor, fennel microgreens are the way to go. Table of Contents Fennel has a zingy, peppery flavor that’s close to licorice or anise. Fennel microgreens are milder in flavor and a bit sweeter than fully grown fennel....
We talk about root rot around here pretty often. It’s a common, but really annoying plant disease, and it can be deadly in some circumstances. To the new gardener, it can seem like it happens when you overwater… but that’s only partially true. Table of Contents It’s also a little tricky to diagnose root rot for someone inexperienced, solely because you can’t see the root system. It’s hidden in the soil, after all, and we’re certainly not advocating digging your plants up on a regular basis to check and see if the roots are intact....
Shiso is a member of the mint family and largely used in Japanese cuisines. You must have had a taste of it in a mojito. Once you experience the refreshing taste of shiso, that’s a mix of mint, cumin, and nutmeg, you will want to have it more! As this herb is ideal for container planting, Growing Shiso is easy to have an endless supply of it. Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens...
Not only are dandelions good sources of food for birds and bees, but most of the plant is edible for humans (that’s us!) too. Taraxacum officinale I refuse to pull dandelions from my yard during the first bloom. I don’t even let my husband mow. Those cheerful drops of sunshine are not only pretty to me, but as a beekeeper, I know they are a good food source for pollinators during the gaps between blooms of other essential spring plants....
If you’ve been following our series on microgreens, you probably have a good grasp on growing plants small-scale. In this article, however, we’re going to focus on how to grow pea microgreens, which go against most of the rules. Don’t worry though, growing pea shoots is still fairly easy – and tasty! Table of Contents Pea microgreens taste much like full-grown peas and are known for being sweet, like snow peas....
Air plants are fascinating. Identified by their spike-like, gray or green, scaly foliage. They are epiphytic plants, and this means that unlike most plants, their survival is not embedded in the soil. They draw moisture and nutrients through scales on their leaves. This makes their care minimal, but that doesn’t mean they don’t get sickly, shriveled, limp, brown, or droopy. They do! Air Plant Dying, How to Save it? The question that most people ask when their air plant is dying, can you save an air plant?...
