I like to imagine that some gardeners centuries back noticed how hot a manure pile can get, and they had a lightbulb moment – or maybe an oil lamp moment? Tunnels and cold frames can only get you so far. If you really want to extend your growing season and increase the number of different types of crops you can grow, it’s time to level up with a hotbed. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
Not only is it a simple plant to grow and maintain, it has a variety of delicious uses beyond the bland and mushy examples often served by cafeterias. Spinacia oleracea Spinach has gotten a bad rap over the years for being a pungent vegetable that kids would rather toss than digest. However, I’ve watched my six kids eagerly devour theirs at every meal, and I can tell you with certainty that this is one vegetable you need to be growing fresh in your garden....
As if there aren’t already enough diseases to worry about when you’re growing tomatoes, add Septoria leaf spot to the list. Septoria lycopersici Septoria leaf spot can cause serious losses in tomato plants. Learn how to identify the symptoms of this fungal disease and the cultural controls you can use to prevent or minimize infection, in this guide. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
Lawn care in winter is required for a lush green lawn in the spring. Learn how to care for it in this informative article. Lawn preparation for winter is one of the most important gardening tasks that must be done in time and correctly. Adequate fertilization, mowing and removing weeds and debris provide the healthy lawn appearance, but there are a few other things you should do, which are given below....
The firecracker vine mina lobata, also called Ipomoea lobata, is a real stunner. This charismatic vine can easily reach 4-6 feet tall. From July through the end of the summer, it erupts into brilliant sprays of flowers. Table of Contents Closely related to ipomoea tricolor, this plant gains distinction for its flowers. A winner of the RHS’s Award of Garden Merit, the racemes or sprays spark with blooms that shift from red to white....
Roof garden construction can be done by three methods: First method is to make a container garden on terrace, second one is to make a lot of raised beds to grow plants, either permanent made of concrete or wooden. The last and third method is to make your whole roof or some selected part, a vegetation ground like a regular garden. This educative article is based on this third method: It has five layered structure, you’ll see below in this step by step guide....
Luckily, what we lack in square footage we make up for in efficiency. Enter the Square Foot Garden; A highly efficient food production machine that carries a whole host of awesome benefits for those pressed for space. The best part of all is that they are equally as beautiful as they are functional. Let’s take a look at a few great square foot garden designs to showcase just how beautiful and Zen this style of gardening can really be....
Tiger prints have always been in trend and adorn the household interiors for a long time! If you too are fond of them, then you can have them in living form–Just grow these stunning Tiger Pattern Plants! Check out our article on incredible patterned plants here Types of Tiger Patterned Plants 1. Tiger Kalanchoe Botanical Name: Kalanchoe humilis ‘Tiger’ Also known as tiger stripe kalanchoe, it exhibits egg-shaped pale green leaves that are marked in purple or maroon streaks like a tiger....
Most of the time we talk about plants that you can grow and eat… Table of Contents But what about plants that grow by eating animals and insects? Enter carnivorous plants, a fascinating type of plant that gets most of its nutrition by preying on other living creatures! Here are 18+ things you didn’t know about carnivorous plants. Most of us know carnivorous plants from movies. They’ve been in a ton of movies over the years, but the most memorable is probably The Little Shop of Horrors ....
What makes succulents so popular is their ease of growing and stylish appearance. Echeverias are one of the most attractive succulents, coming in many shapes and colors Native to mountainous ranges of Central and South America the species have nearly 150 recognized types that can make it hard for you to select the best one. Here are the Best Echeveria Types you can grow! The Best Echeveria Types to Grow 1....
This article will break down the concerns that often arise, and share steps you can take to mitigate potential problems. Ask a handful of gardeners if it is okay to compost tomatoes and you are bound to get conflicting answers. A question of great controversy, everybody seems to have a different opinion on whether or not this is an acceptable practice. The truth is that the answer can go either way, depending on a few factors....
There’s something incredibly impressive about a full-sized lemon or pomegranate growing on a tree that you can carry in one hand. Once you’ve tackled growing a beginner bonsai, you might be looking for more of a challenge. Maybe one that is not only a beautiful demonstration of your skills, but a way to produce full-sized fruits that you can actually eat, is up your alley? Many people don’t realize that the art of growing bonsai trees isn’t about nurturing dwarf specimens....
However, all of the pet owners I know shudder at the thought of pussy or fido undergoing any suffering after they opted to make a meal of one of their houseplants. The Dracaena genus includes many different species that are popular as houseplants. But did you know that all of them can make your cat or dog sick if he or she ingests any part of the leaves, stems, bark, or roots?...
Design a mini garden in the shortest space of your home. These easy to do ideas will require a few things and cost you very little as well. Grow your favorite plants and herbs by trying the given ideas and design your Stylish Mini Gardens For Unique Decoration! Check out our article on Porch and Patio decoration ideas on budget here. Stylish Mini Gardens For Unique Decoration 1. Small Garden Inside Shells Try this unique ecological project by taking seashells and create a distinct miniature garden by growing small plants and flowers....
Even the name of the genus refers to its toxicity. The name comes from the Greek words elein, which means to injure, and borus, which means food. Many people believe nature to be benign, but nothing could be further from the truth. The natural world is rife with toxins – many of them in some of our favorite plants – including the attractive and widely appreciated hellebores. Hellebore (Helleborus spp.), a member of the buttercup family, is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses....
You can dedicate an entire garden to hostas, and that might still not be enough, thanks to all the varieties it comes in with various combinations of leaf color, shape, size, and texture! As this plant is so popular, most gardeners want to know everything about Hosta Growing Ideas, Tips, and Tricks, and this article will surely make you a hosta expert! Check out our article on growing Hostas bold and beautiful here Propagating Hostas By Division It is the most widely used method of propagation....
Beets are tasty from top to bottom, and the same is true of their microgreens. While there won’t be a bulbous and sweet root to eat, beet microgreens provide the same flavor as grown leaves, but in a form that’s easy to use to top off other dishes. They’re fantastic for salads, sandwiches, and so much more! Table of Contents Most microgreens look alike, but that’s not the case with these beauties....
We will introduce you to the major hydrangea diseases, so you know what to look for and how to prevent and treat them. There are few things more beautiful than lush hydrangea bushes. Unfortunately, their beauty can be sullied by a number of fungal and viral diseases (and two bacterial diseases). However, there are steps you can take to keep your beauteous shrubs from falling victim to one of these diseases....
But you may be wondering whether or not it’s safe or enjoyable to eat. Let’s discuss! When the weather starts to get cold, growing ornamental kale can be a great way to add a splash of color to your fall and winter garden. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. What Is Ornamental Kale? Ornamental Kale (Brassica oleracea var....
Pak choi is a microgreen known by many names. Perhaps more recognizable as Chinese cabbage or bok choy, it’s a very easy microgreen to grow both in terms of the technique and its speed. You can get a fresh batch of pak choi microgreens every 10 days if you want, making it a great microgreen for beginners. Chinese Cabbage / Pak Choi / Bok Choy Microgreens Quick Info Flavor: A more potent version of the larger bok choy / pak choi plant....
