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It can even be difficult to distinguish a newly planted kohlrabi from its broccoli and cabbage cousins. Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes I have so many fond memories of my summers as a youth. Perhaps the most delicious is the memory of watching my Danish grandmother strip away the tough outside layers of a freshly-pulled kohlrabi. She would then slice the inside flesh into circular “chips,” which she would serve to us with a sprinkling of salt....

With only 22 calories per cup, cabbage is a healthful choice, providing one gram of protein, two grams of fiber, 85% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin K, and 54% of the recommended vitamin C. Today, we often think of the cabbage as a humble vegetable. However, the ever-wise ancient Romans valued cabbage as a luxury food item, and many treasured its flavor above that of other veggies. They also held its perceived medicinal properties in high esteem, using it to treat gout and headaches....

1. The plant is wilted, stunted and discolored Meaning: I am overwatered Over watering is the surest way to kill a plant. But, it’s not just about that. Make sure the pot has adequate drainage. If pot is not having enough holes in the bottom, the plant will die due to root rot. Drainage is also important even when you’re growing plants on the ground. 2. The leaves and stems are brown and crispy Meaning: I am thirsty....

1. Paper Mache Planter Add interest to a boring planter pot by converting it into a paper mache planter. Get the DIY tutorial at Look What I Made. 2. Brown Paper Flower Pots Create very easy paper plant pots using just three items–brown craft paper bags, plants, and pot trays. To learn more, follow this link. 3. Newspaper Pots With the general origami tricks, you can actually convert a newspaper into a planter pot quickly....

Last month, we showcased some of the most beautiful garden ideas for the month of September. Now, have a look at some of the Top Balcony Gardens of October 2020 on Instagram! Have a look at September Balcony Garden Ideas 2020 here 1. An Outdoor Home Office I went to my office today to pick up some things. First time after over 6 months… the whiteboard in my office still had the solutions on it that I wrote in March (see stories for how our department looks like right now)....

Garlic is a truly epic plant that can be used in countless ways. Not only does it have a delicious aromatic flavor that can season nearly any dish, but it also makes an excellent companion for most plants in the garden. Garlic is a natural anti-fungal and can repel pests with its strong scent, and there’s a lot of garlic companion plants that really benefit from companion planting garlic nearby! Table of Contents...

But it’s an opportunity for you to get out there in nature and experience the feel of the dirt beneath your feet, the ornamental grasses tickling your nether regions, the shade of a tall tree on your bare back, grazing past the vines and veggies in your carefully planted rows without a spot of clothes on in between. Have you tried nude gardening? World Naked Gardening Day rolls around every year on the first Saturday in May, and this international outdoor holiday is not for the bashful....

Agapanthus plants are generally resistant to most pests and diseases. As a child growing up in Delaware, I was always fascinated by agapanthus, a plant I was only familiar with from ogling books filled with pretty pictures of different flowers. I still vividly remember my excitement on my first trip to California when I saw them growing outside, with their rounded flower heads and long, strap-like leaves. And now, I am fortunate to live in Zone 9b, where I can grow them in my own garden!...

Make sure to pay attention to which varieties you purchase at the nursery, lest you unknowingly plant a variety that may form a veritable forest. Allow me to introduce you to the magic of the perennial, shade loving, Astilbe. One single plant can turn your backyard (if it’s shady enough!) into a charming oasis bathed in lavish plumes and lacy foliage. We’re going to talk about how you can take that one parent plant you bought at the nursery and transform it into as many baby plants as your heart desires....

Is it a good idea to put a raised bed on concrete? In short, yes… if you do it properly. Table of Contents While most people opt to place their raised beds directly on the soil, more and more people are opting for paved back yards. This is especially true in rental properties, as it’s easier to maintain and doesn’t develop weeds or require regular landscaping visits. Just because your yard has lots of concrete doesn’t mean you can’t garden in it....

An afternoon of berry picking is a joyful memory that many of us have from our childhood. Wandering around and scouting out these delicious little nuggets of sweetness like a treasure hunt for candy can be so much fun! In adulthood, many gardeners will try to replicate this experience in their own backyard, or kitchen or patio garden! For gardeners wanting to replicate their childhood joy of picking fresh growing raspberries, consider installing a raspberry raised bed....

But even if you aren’t interested in a winter crop, lettuce is one of those veggies that just lends itself well to growing inside. Spring is all about planting and summer is when we care for those maturing edible plants. Fall is the time to reap all the goodies that we’ve sown. But winter? It can be a bit lifeless when it comes to gardening. That’s when I fill the windows and shelves around my home with herbs and lettuce....

Dieffenbachia, also known as dumb cane, is one of the most common houseplants since it’s easy to take care of. However, the leaves of this plant can turn yellow in color if it is not being taken care of properly. Most of the time, you can easily tell what’s wrong and fix it before things get worse but sometimes, it is harder to tell where the problem lies. If your dieffenbachia plant has yellowing leaves, no need to panic....

With these Oriental Garden Design Ideas, you can add the elegance of a Japanese design in your yard along with artificial streams, bridges, and waterfalls. Have a look at some of the best boho garden design ideas here Oriental Garden Design Ideas 1. Mini Garden with a Bridge This mini backyard garden with a bridge and stones looks simply adorable. 2. Garden with a Pond Create a small pond and surround it with stones and plants....

Some may prefer to grow onions from sets because they are widely available and it’s easier. However, planting onions from seed can give you the best results if you know the tricks to do it right. Pick The Right Type of Onion You should make sure that you choose the onion type which suits your garden conditions (soil, climate, etc.). There are three different types of onion for you to choose from:...

We grow plants to feed ourselves, but the gardens we create are also dining rooms for pollinators. Birds, bees, and other insects rely on our gardens for food – just as we rely on them for pollination. Of the many pollinators out there, one of the most effective, and beautiful, is the hummingbird. These tiny speedsters will pollinate hundreds of flowers daily, so it’s no wonder that many gardeners want them in their yard....

I wish I could tell you that the process is quick and easy, but I won’t lie. Propagating bay trees takes time and patience, no matter what method you choose, and it’s likely that a majority of your cuttings will fail. Bay trees are so beautiful that I sometimes forget the leaves are also an essential culinary herb. And every time I do pluck a leaf from my tree to toss in a recipe, I think to myself, “I wish I had more of these in my garden....

Table of Contents If you’re noticing a proliferation of flies, and your brassicas or root vegetables are starting to yellow, it’s a warning sign. You may have an infestation of root maggots. These fly larvae are no joke! Hungrily, they will chew through your plants, causing them to lose vigor, wilt, yellow, and possibly die off. Rescuing your plants from root maggots is possible! Read on to learn everything you need to know about these garden pests and how to wipe them out....

We all know how harmful chemical pesticides are, for the ecosystem and our environment. And after knowing all that if you’ve thought to go organic and looking for some natural ways to get rid of garden pests, you’re on right track. Commercial pesticides are one of the most effective ways to tackle the problem of pest infestation but if you want to use homemade natural pesticides like this one, use it regularly for better results....

You’ve raised your tomato plants right: provided them with good-quality potting mix, fertilized them with care, faithfully pinched off sucker shoots, or trimmed back low-hanging branches. So why do tomatoes split, even when we’ve spent so much time and effort on making sure everything goes perfectly? Tomato cracking and splitting can appear in two forms. In one, concentric rings of cracks can appear around the top of the fruit. In the other, lengthwise splits happen down the sides of the fruit, either along the indents in heirlooms or along the surface of smooth varieties....