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We love growing microgreens, but sometimes miss the bright colors that full-grown plants bring. Lucky for us, there are some microgreens out there that aren’t your run-of-the-mill grass green. So, for a splash of color in our microgreen garden, we’re adding kohlrabi microgreens, a vision in purple or white! Table of Contents Maybe you’ve heard of kohlrabi, passed it in the grocery store, or even eaten it. If so, then you know it’s a funky-looking plant, which is why many gardeners shy away from it....

Sweet potatoes are low maintenance plants that give a bountiful harvest compared to other fruits and vegetables. They are filling, nutritious, and delicious addition to many dishes. The best part is, you can grow them easily as long as you know how to do it the right way. Here’s all you need to know about How to Grow Sweet Potatoes! Botanical Name: Ipomoea batatas USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 Check out our article on veggies that grow underground here Propagation Unlike other fruits and veggies that start from seeds, sweet potatoes start from slips....

If you want to try your hand at growing poinsettias outdoors, our guide can help. Beloved at Christmastime, poinsettias deck the halls of our homes with gorgeous color. But a green thumb’s collection of houseplants is always changing and evolving. After the holidays, you don’t have to pitch your Euphorbia pulcherrima – you can transplant it outside instead! We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Crispy lettuce greens are a must-have in salads, you can even grow them in pots easily. Lettuce leaves are healthy for human as they’re 90 percent water, low in calories and rich in fiber. But the more relevant question is whether you can include this leafy green in your dog’s diet? Is lettuce safe for dogs? Can dogs eat lettuce? Is Lettuce Safe for Dogs? The first and foremost thing that you need to know about lettuce is whether it’s toxic to dogs or not....

Weeds are a really challenging problem. I spend considerable time pulling them, digging, them, and sorting them. Generally speaking, the broadest definition of a weed is something that’s growing someplace where you don’t want it. You can recognize this type of plant after you pull it because it often either won’t come out without major work, or it breaks off easily and leaves its roots intact. If you pull something that you think might be a weed and it comes out easily, roots and all, you probably spent a small fortune on it....

Difference Between Catnip and Catmint It is true that catnip and species commonly known as catmint have quite a lot in common. They are low maintenance perennials that grow in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 9, and thrive in full to part sun. The common name catmint refers to a number of species in the Nepeta genus of herbaceous perennials in the mint family. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a long-used medicinal herb that drives kitties wild, while other species, including N....

Star Fruit Facts Star Fruit comes from the Carambola tree and can be found in most places throughout the world. While it thrives in humid subtropical climates, the Star Fruit can also be grown in cold climates in pots, where they survive winters indoors or in greenhouses. The Star Fruit is a tropical fruit tree that blooms several times a year and produces yellow fruits. When cut open, this fruit resembles the shape of a star, hence the name....

Here’s the lineup: The Forsythia genus contains 11 species best known for putting on a spectacular display of bright yellow blossoms in early spring, when many other plants have yet to awaken from their winter dormancy. For instructions on how to cultivate this easy-to-grow, vigorous, woody shrub in your garden, be sure to consult our guide to growing forsythia. In this article, we discuss seven common reasons why plants may fail to bloom, and how you can avoid them....

English, or Roman chamomile, Chamaemelum nobile, is a low-growing plant that you’ll often see growing between pavers in cottage gardens or as a ground cover. Just about everyone has heard of chamomile, whether they’ve seen the cheerful little plants growing in the garden, or have relaxed with a piping-hot cup of chamomile tea. But not everyone knows that there are two species that share the common name chamomile, and they each have different growth habits and uses....

I had blackened cabbage drenched in anchovy butter the other day and I think I died and was transported to a better place… There are a few plants that are the champions of cool-weather growing and cabbage is one of them. It comes in so many colors, shapes, and sizes, with types suited for growing throughout the year. And how far the recipes have come, from the corned beef and cabbage of my youth that was boiled to mush!...

Their flight behavior is also unusual, in that they can hover with a rotational movement, rather like a helicopter. This motion uses a great deal of energy, and requires a daily food consumption between one hundred and two hundred percent of their body weight. Getting a good look at hummingbirds isn’t easy – unless you can attract them and convince them to stick around for a while. One of the best ways to do this is with a feeder made especially for them....

Those scarlet leaves are like little flags, demanding your attention. Their hue also makes the lobes and serrated margins all the more obvious, adding to their appeal. All Japanese maples are gorgeous, but let’s be honest – it’s the red ones that really stand out in the garden. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

1. DIY Shoe Box Hanging Planter Create a hanging planter using a shoe box. An affordable environment-friendly idea for urban gardeners. Just place the shoe box on a planter holder, and it’s ready. Such a planter will last for two years, and you can grow herbs, annuals or small vegetables in it. Learn everything about this project in detail at the CardboardCollective.com! 2. Seed Collection Box If you’ve got a collection of colorful, beautiful seed packets–keep them with care by trying this absolutely free, and one of the coolest shoe box uses in the list....

Most of us have grown at least one of the veggies on this list, but I’d venture a guess that you didn’t know that you could regrow these eight veggies endlessly. Talk about sustainable. One of the reasons that I love gardening so much is due to the endless cycle of growth and cultivation, so it’s no surprise I’m in love with the fact that these plants can be harvested many times over....

Pointed gourd is a vine that is similar to cucumber and squash. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals and widely used in soups, stews, curries, and desserts. The plant is also known for its ability to lower the total cholesterol levels and blood sugar in the human body. If all this has tempted you to plant it too, then have a detailed look at Growing Pointed Gourd....

Fast-growing plants that are easy to cultivate and fun to grow, the large bare bulbs produce flamboyant, colorful flowers in a matter of weeks. Amaryllis are gorgeous tropical perennials of the Hippeastrum genus, traditionally forced to bloom indoors over the winter holiday season. And with the right care after flowering, these showy ornamentals will last for years. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Want to make your plants lush and productive without using chemical fertilizers? Try this Secret Organic Fertilizer Recipe we have here. It’ll not only boosts their growth but will help in reducing fungal infections. Learn how to make DIY organic fertilizer from vegetable scraps here Why this Organic Fertilizer Works? It contains aquarium water, which might look dirty but contains minerals, beneficial bacteria, and important plant elements like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium that can boost the growth naturally....

The effect of the planters in a garden can be bewitching if you choose them according to the surroundings and the plants you’re growing in them. Whether you use ceramic planters, wooden, metal or plastic, the main thing is that the plants planted in them should not only look beautiful but also get the right conditions for growth. 1. Use railing planter on your balcony or terrace garden to make use of unused outside space....

When you drink a much-needed vanilla flavored latte in the mornings or see those specks of vanilla mixed into your ice cream, do you ever wonder, “Where do vanilla beans come from?” Table of Contents Are they natural products? Why are they so expensive? Can you grow them yourself and keep from paying all that money for dried vanilla bean pods? Truth is, vanilla has a pretty fascinating history and there’s a lot to learn about this delicious (and useful) plant....

Growing plants vertically can do three things–you get more planting space, you can make your boring walls or fences appealing, and it allows your eyes to draw upward–which creates more visual interest and makes the place look bigger. 1. Pallet Flower Garden Sand off the dirt from a wooden pallet and paint the slats in rainbow colors to recreate this handy vertical garden. Get the tutorial here. Also Read: 16 Vertical Pallet Garden Ideas...