Collecting and growing different types of succulents has become a hobby for many gardeners in recent years. In this quest, they are always looking for Rare Succulents that are Really Unique to add to their collection. Keeping that in mind, this list showcases some of the most stunning succulents that will make you proud to have them! Check out our article on gorgeous black succulents here Rare Succulents that are Really Unique 1....
Stir-fries in spring and salads in the middle of summer both have one thing in common – the peppery and wonderful vegetable that is mizuna! An addition to the garden that produces early in the season and can tolerate the type of weather fluctuations that gardener nightmares are made of, these wonderful little plants will give you harvest after harvest of delicious greens for months. Growing mizuna greens should be on the garden plan of any family who loves to cook....
Potatoes are a huge staple crop of many different cultures and peoples. People have grown potatoes for centuries all over the world. There are at least one hundred varieties of seed potatoes and many different ways to eat them. Better yet, there are many ways to grow them, and among those is the topic of the day: growing potatoes in a bucket! Table of Contents Store-bought potatoes are cheap and plentiful, but they may contain some trace amounts of pesticides....
Also known as Chinese parsley or Coriandrum sativum, cilantro is one of the most widely used herbs in the world. Fresh and zesty, cilantro can add a punch of flavor to your recipes. It is used abundantly in Mexican, Middle Eastern, Indian, Mediterranean, Chinese, African, and even Scandinavian cuisines. It’s even grown as cilantro microgreens! Table of Contents Most people prefer using fresh cilantro as the herb itself does not have a very long shelf life, and it loses flavor and aroma when dried....
Unfortunately, there are a variety of other pests out there that love these colorful root vegetables, with insects being an obvious category. A certain carrot-chomping cartoon character, and many children’s books, may have you convinced that rabbits are your carrot patch’s greatest enemy. If only it were that simple. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
I’m going to cover the pros and cons of replanting Norfolk Island pines as well as some alternate solutions. Perhaps some kind soul bestowed a Norfolk Island pine upon you during the holiday season. And you kept this festive houseplant alive – nice work! Now you are contemplating the task of repotting this lovely living Christmas tree. Fear not, this is not such a grueling task – and you may even want to skip it!...
Table of Contents As gardeners, we’re always trying to make the most of what we have… But sometimes our creative juices need a refill! Here are 15 different ways you can upcycle and repurpose items in your garden! Be sure to comment below with your own methods :) 1. Turn Styrofoam Cups Into Planters source Ideally you’re not using a lot of styrofoam cups to begin with, but sometimes it’s unavoidable....
Plants come and go, but the love for philodendron among the indoor plant growers remain the same! Considering that nothing goes wrong with it along with its pollutants absorbing nature, makes it unique in the plant world! But with various philodendrons available in the market, choosing the one that’s right for you can be quite a daunting task. Here are the types of philodendron to help you decide one that fits your needs....
Most species in the order are rosette-forming with lily-type flowers, and the seed coats of these plants are typically black. Aloe and agave may share some obvious similarities. But they’re two very different plants. They come from two different plant families, but they both belong to the same order, Asparagales, which comprises families with similar traits. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
Naturally these plans always stir up a desire for action, making it the ideal time to review and implement your spring garden checklist. Gardeners are a fortunate lot. For many folks, the winter season can drag on and become a bit gloomy. The weather’s gray and dull, there’s not enough daylight hours, and our favorite outdoor activities can grind to a halt. But gardeners have a wonderful antidote for the short-day blues....
If you have an existing specimen and you want to make a few babies, there are several easy ways to go about it. You know how snake plants are super forgiving and simple to care for? They’re just as easy to propagate. And where one snake plant is good, more are better! We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
Kurapia ground cover is an interesting plant. Known as either Lippia nodiflora L. ‘Kurapia’ or Phyla nodiflora, its origins are in Japan where it’s a common evergreen ground cover. However, kurapia ground cover performs extremely well in drought-stricken areas of the United States as well as in areas where it gets ample amounts of water and does not suffer from over-irrigation, making it a surprisingly good choice for a lawn alternative....
Sea Shell Planter Ideas 1. Succulents are planted in a large shell and filled with tiny gravels. 2. Tuck an air plant into the shell opening and lightly mist once a month. The plant should not be forced into the shell, but rather loosely positioned to allow for good air circulation. Read more on Yankee magazine. 3. “Little Jewels” succulents planted in a big clam shell. You can also use faux plants instead of real ones....
If you ever wanted to bring a water garden indoors but stopped due to lack of space–try these tabletop water garden ideas and have these cute miniature centerpieces for decor. Check out our article on gorgeous Table Top decoration ideas here DIY Table Top Water Garden Ideas 1. A Water Garden in Glass Cup A glass cup will offer a great place to grow water lettuce, water hyacinth, duckweed, and fairy moss!...
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....
Dracaena trifasciata looks great, is easy to maintain, and offers tonnes of benefits. If you like this plant, then you can grow it in many ways using these Snake Plant Decoration Ideas! Check out our article on growing snake plant here Snake Plant Decoration Ideas 1. In Elegant White Pots The slender leaves of the plant in green and yellow colors look quite appealing in white pots. 2. On a Tall Corner Stand Place multiple plants in a wooden stool and a tall wooden stand....
I’ve been experimenting with gardening techniques for about two years now. I started back in 2010 with my brother and Square Foot Gardening, a super-easy method of gardening at home. Funnily enough, I now also work for the author and his non-profit foundation. Table of Contents After SFG, I got into hydroponics and soil-free gardening. This was (and is) a great hobby of mine and only led me further down the rabbit hole of affordable gardening you can do at home....
Nashi pear, which is also called as Asian pear is native to East Asia and also grown across Australia, Europe and America. USDA Zones: 5 to 9 Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Soil pH: 5.8 – 7 Other Names— Asian pear, Chinese pear, Korean pear, Japanese pear, Japanese Apple Pear, Taiwanese pear, apple pear, nashpati and sand pear. Propagation Nashi tree can be propagated from seeds, cutting and grafting. It’s best to buy a potted plant from nursery to get the fruits faster and stronger tree....
Table of Contents Light affects us all in different ways. Some people want to raise their arms and greet the morning rays with gleeful shouts. Others turn into vampires and hide under the bed covers. These people usually need coffee before they’ll so much as peek out from under the sheets. Regardless how humans may react when showered with sunshine, it may be helpful for the serious gardener to know: how does light affect plant growth?...
A well-shaped cascade requires both a consistent, steady guiding hand and an artist who knows how to shape a tree without leaving any trace of their work behind. A bonsai makes a dramatic artistic statement no matter what shape the artist chooses, but there is something so striking about the cascade style. That elegant arch and gracefully sweeping trunk evoke images of an old, wind-battered survivor clinging to the edge of a cliff....
