By: Author Tracey Besemer Posted on January 22, 2021 At some point in your gardening or houseplant journey, you’ll find yourself wondering if you need a grow light. Maybe you want to get a jump on the gardening season and produce some exceptionally hardy little seedlings. Or maybe you have a finicky orchid that won’tContinue reading “LED Grow Lights – Know the Truth vs the Enormous Hype”
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15 Seed Starting Lessons I Learned the Hard Way
By: Author Lydia Noyes Posted on March 22, 2021 Looking to elevate your gardening game this spring? Consider skipping buying transplants and starting seeds at home instead. Seed starting allows you to begin the fun of gardening season a few months earlier than your local weather conditions might allow, and you also get the joyContinue reading “15 Seed Starting Lessons I Learned the Hard Way”
How to grow passionfruit
It’s easier than you’d think! – by Lauren Williamson Passion fruit vines are an incredible plant to grow in any garden. Not only do they produce mouth-wateringly delicious fruit, their vine can also serve as a stunning camouflage over unsightly walls and fences. Learn how to grow passion fruit in your backyard plus essential tips forContinue reading “How to grow passionfruit”
How to Freeze Beets
Download Article parts Last Updated: August 7, 2019 References If you find you have too many beets because you had a huge yield in your garden or you went a little overboard purchasing your favorite vegetable at the grocery store or farmer’s market, there’s no need to worry! Beets can easily be frozen and keptContinue reading “How to Freeze Beets”
Can You Freeze Beets without Cooking Them?
By Kimberly Updated: April 15, 2023 Related Topics: Freezing, Root Vegetables Garden harvest time is here, and it’s one of the best times of the year. But since we can’t eat all of our garden produce at once, it’s when we start thinking about how to store the excess for later – in the easiestContinue reading “Can You Freeze Beets without Cooking Them?”
How To Plant Tomatoes In 5 Gallon Buckets – Grow Tomatoes With Ease!
Old World Garden Farms You might be surprised just how easy it is to plant and grow a delicious crop of tomatoes in ordinary 5 gallon buckets. And even better, how successful you can grow doing it! More and more gardeners are trying their hand at growing tomatoes in 5 gallon buckets. Not only canContinue reading “How To Plant Tomatoes In 5 Gallon Buckets – Grow Tomatoes With Ease!”
Growing Herb Plants Together: Best Herbs To Grow Together In A Pot
Having your own herb garden is a thing of beauty. There’s nothing better than fresh herbs to enliven even the most bland dish, but not everyone has garden space for an herb garden. Luckily, most herbs do very well grown together in containers. Mixing herbs in a pot isn’t as easy as it sounds, however.Continue reading “Growing Herb Plants Together: Best Herbs To Grow Together In A Pot”
7 Secrets for Your Best Strawberry Harvest Every Year
By: Author Tracey Besemer Posted on Published: April 6, 2021 – Last updated: February 22, 2022 Is there a more wonderful summertime treat than eating a homegrown strawberry? It’s an experience for all of our senses. You search for that perfect berry – bright, red, shining like a jewel. You hear the satisfying snap as youContinue reading “7 Secrets for Your Best Strawberry Harvest Every Year”
6 Ways to Utilise the Lavender in Your Garden
5 February 2021 Lavender looks beautiful in your garden, but did you know they are also a versatile, practical plant that you can utilise in your home? There are so many ways you can use the lavender you’ve grown this year. You can use lavender in the kitchen, as a skin product, or throw itContinue reading “6 Ways to Utilise the Lavender in Your Garden”
Caring For Desert Rose Plants
Plant lovers are always looking for easy-to-grow, unique plants with a fun twist. Adenium desert rose plants are perfect specimens for the intrepid or novice gardener. These East African and Arabian natives are wonderful for the indoor container garden or as an addition to the warm climate patio display. Caring for desert rose plants requiresContinue reading “Caring For Desert Rose Plants”
Growing Tomatoes In Pots | 13 Tomato Growing Tips For Containers
Want to know details about Growing Tomatoes in Pots? Here are the best Tomato Growing Tips for Containers for bumper harvest! Growing Tomatoes in Pots is the best way to enjoy this tasty fruit in a small space! To help you harvest the juiciest ones, here are the top Tomato Growing Tips for Containers! FindContinue reading “Growing Tomatoes In Pots | 13 Tomato Growing Tips For Containers”
Planting and Growing Corn in Containers
Discover the world of Planting and Growing Corn in Containers, and enjoy fresh, home-grown corn all summer long, even with limited space. Corn is a staple crop in many cultures around the world, and while it’s traditionally grown in vast fields, you don’t need acres of land to enjoy this delicious vegetable. With the riseContinue reading “Planting and Growing Corn in Containers”
Growing Watermelon in Containers | How to Grow Watermelon in a Pot Vertically
Learn all about How to Grow Watermelon in a Pot Vertically and enjoy this plump, sweet and juicy fruit in the smallest of spaces. Do you know the supermarket melons don’t taste like the homegrown fresh and organic ones? You can even plant them in a small space like a balcony! Here’s everything on HowContinue reading “Growing Watermelon in Containers | How to Grow Watermelon in a Pot Vertically”
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How To Grow Lavender Indoors in Pots
byLinda Parker 10375shares Have you ever considered growing lavender? Lavender is perhaps one of the most well-known and widely used herb in the world. It’s also a gardener’s dream, with its lovely foliage and fragrant flowers. Bring the magic of lavender fields into your home and garden by growing it yourself. It may seem intimidating, but lavender is actuallyContinue reading “How To Grow Lavender Indoors in Pots”
19 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
More than almost any other creature, mosquitoes can ruin our enjoyment of the outdoors. If chemical repellents aren’t your bag, consider growing garden plants that repel mosquitoes naturally due to the scent of their natural oils. One plant you will not find on this list is the citronella plant Pelargonium x citrosum, which was debunkedContinue reading “19 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes”
How to Grow and Care for Dendrobium Orchids
By Jon VanZile In This Article The Dendrobium genus is one of the largest of all orchid groups with nearly 2,000 species. Native to southeast Asia, these plants grow in all manner of climates—from hot, wet lowlands to high-altitude, cool mountains. Dendrobiums are primarily epiphytes, meaning they grow on other plants but don’t take nutrientsContinue reading “How to Grow and Care for Dendrobium Orchids”
Orchid: Plant Care & Growing Guide
Orchid Care Tips for Beginners and Experienced Gardeners By Jon VanZile In This Article Orchids are popular houseplants that typically can be started anytime for indoor growth, though repotting is best after flowering. Orchid care for beginners is somewhat easy, as long as you understand the plant’s ideal conditions and maintenance requirements. While there areContinue reading “Orchid: Plant Care & Growing Guide”
8 Easy-Care Flowering Houseplants
Bright, Colorful Flowers All Year Round By Marie Iannotti Updated on 11/30/22 Flowering houseplants add a layer of enjoyment, bringing color, and maybe even scent into your decor. While they may seem fancy, some can survive with only basic attention. Try brightening up the home with these eight flowering houseplants that will thrive with minimal care.Continue reading “8 Easy-Care Flowering Houseplants”
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