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Check out these DIY Outdoor Water Fountain Ideas one by one to determine which one would be best for you. Even if you don’t own a spacious backyard, there are many fountain projects in this article that will work just fine in small gardens, patios, balconies, and rooftops. Have a look at the best DIY container fountain ideas here DIY Outdoor Water Fountain Ideas 1. Outdoor Water Wall Privacy Screen This water feature not only looks good but also acts as a privacy screen for a patio....

Hibiscus flowers are popular for their eye-catching, trumpet-shaped blossoms and dark green foliage. They have over 200 different species in the world; each variety has a different color, size, and shape. Here are some of the best types of hibiscus you can grow! Check out our article on different types of Clematis here! Types of Hibiscus Hibiscus flowers come under three main types: Tropical Hibiscus: As the name suggests, they do well in warm climates, and are native to Hawaii....

The trend of fiddle leaf fig is not yet over. It’s still one of the most sought-after indoor plants even though it’s not an easy-to-grow plant but ficus lyrata has its charm. Place it in a boring room and it’ll become dramatic and lively, after all, there are not many 6-foot tall handsome houseplants. The large scalloped leaves, towering height, and strong reddish-brown branches of fiddle leaf make it look like it has come from a tropical jungle....

1. Consider using an old bulb as a plantar and support it with a suitable base. Watch this quick video to see the How-to! 2. Attach the magnet to the wine cork using glue and allow to dry completely. Using a tiny bit of glue, attach the air plant to the cork. That’s it! You may want to spritz it with water once a week to keep it happy. 3. Glass terrariums for table tops can be topped with seashells and mosses alongside the air plants....

When it comes to houseplants able to brighten up indoor spaces, it doesn’t get much more colorful than the variegated foliage of a Wandering Jew plant (Tradescantia zebrina). With their hardy nature and ease of care, they are a perfect choice for those feeling they kill everything they bring indoors. We’ve listed a quick summary of their care below. How To Care For A Wandering Jew Plant: Grow your Wandering Jew in well-drained soil, kept moist but not soggy through regular watering....

Tropical plants are a great choice to bring colors, textures, and that laid-back tropical feel to your home. While they don’t grow outdoors in the cold climate, you can definitely grow them indoors. Provide them warm room temperature, bright light, and these Tropical Foliage Plants will grow well! Check out our article on indoor plants with rainbow foliage here 1. Anthurium Anthurium includes many amazing species that you can grow indoors....

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....

These smart Indoor Window Shelf Ideas for Plants are a great way to grow them in a limited space. You can try growing herbs, flowers, and some veggies this way too! Have a look at our article on windowsill vegetable gardening here Indoor Window Shelf Ideas for Plants 1. Hanging Tins on a Long Drift Wood Branch Hang planters on a driftwood branch on a window to make the best use of the space....

When you showcase the plants in a certain way, it adds to the overall look, enhancing their beauty considerably. Here are some of the best DIY Indoor Plant Display Ideas you can use that take very little space, making them perfect for urban homes. We have some great ideas to showcase houseplants here DIY Indoor Plant Display Ideas 1. A Perfect Plant Wall Get white floating shelves from any local or online store and hang them on a wall to display your favorite houseplants in an elegant way....

Don’t like waiting? Want to grow fresh homegrown leafy greens in no time in limited space? Start these Fast-Growing Leafy Green Vegetables You Can Harvest in Just 15 Days. These taste delicious in salads and many dishes! Check out the Best Leafy Green Vegetables to Grow in Containers here Fast Growing Leafy Green Vegetables You Can Harvest in Just 15 Days Do remember that 15 days will count after the germination and not right after planting seeds....

Compared to growing plants outside, indoor plants tend to experience fewer problems, making them popular with many homeowners because of their easy maintenance. They are prone to some problems though, and a common concern is whether indoor plants attract bugs? Do Indoor Plants Attract Bugs? Yes, indoor plants attract bugs. They are are usually attracted by indoor growing conditions that have high humidity or a lack of air circulation. The most common pests are aphids, spider mites, fungus gnats, mealybugs, scale, thrips, and whitefly....

USDA Zones — 5-10 Difficulty — Easy Other Names — Alazor, American Saffron, Bastard Saffron, Benibana, Benibana Oil, Benibana Flower, Cártamo, Carthame, Dyer’s Saffron, Fake Saffron, False Saffron, Safranon, Zaffer, Zafran, Sallflower and Chimichanga. Safflower Growing Information Belonging to the family Asteraceae, the safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is an annual plant. Ideal for dry gardens, it has a bushy growing habit and reaches 0.80 to 1 m high. It has sturdy stems and leathery and slightly prickly leaves....

If you are not sure When to Plant Green Peppers in Mid-Florida, don’t worry. This article will give you a detailed insight into how to do it correctly to get the best harvest! Read about Florida State Fruit and How to Grow it here Green Peppers Information Green peppers are rich in antioxidants such as carotenoids and flavonoids, which reduce the risk of heart disease by protecting the cells against free radicals....

You can easily maintain the moisture, humidity level, warmth and bog-like growing conditions for carnivorous plants in pots. 1. DIY Mini Bog Create a low-maintenance mini-bog full of carnivorous plants in a container. Get the tutorial at BBG! 2. Growing Pitcher Plants in Containers For all their unbridled cruelty, pitcher plants are really somewhat forgiving to restricting container conditions. Learn how to grow them here. 3. Windowsill Carnivorous Plant Garden Follow this simple carnivorous plant arrangement from Instructables to make this mini bog garden for your windowsill....

We are sure that you must have plants with colorful foliage in your home and garden but have you seen Plants that Look Like They are Made of Copper? We have the best ones for you on this list! Check out some beautiful plants with a metallic sheen here Plants that Look Like They are Made of Copper 1. Copper Spoon Plant Botanical Name: Kalanchoe orgyalis This slow-growing multi-branched succulent shrub offers ovate leaves with bronze to gray undersides and cinnamon-hued fine hairs on top....

Check best indoor snake plant varieties here 1. Siam Silver Botanical Name: Sansevieria zebra ‘Siam Silver’ Siam Silver features lance-shaped pointed leaves with linear silvery gray and light green stripes. Tall spikes of white flowers emerge during the hot summers. Learn how to grow a snake plant in the water here 2. Samurai Botanical Name: Sansevieria ehrenbergii ‘Samurai’ The thin copper lining along the curved, tightly-packed emerald green leaves catches the limelight, while the criss-cross foliage growth makes it to the list of rarest snake plant varieties....

Carnivorous plants that feed on insects may seem otherwordly, but remember that they evolved to achieve this skill to survive. The result of these alterations can be rather unique-looking Weird Fly Eating Plants, which you can grow in your home garden. Here’s all you need to know about growing Carnivorous plants Weird Fly Eating Plants 1. Venus Flytrap Botanical Name: Dionaea muscipula The Venus flytrap remains one of the most famous carnivorous plants that exist....

Here is a list of some of the most Clever Things You Should Do When Plants are Young. These tricks will enable them to have a headstart and with a healthier growth altogether. Find out the secret organic fertilizer recipe for productive plants here Clever Things You Should Do When Plants are Young 1. Removing Suckers If you are growing peppers, eggplants, tomatoes, or roses, it would be wise to look for suckers and remove them....

If you are looking for a beautiful flowering variety with the ability to attract beneficial pollinators, Growing Bergamot is the perfect fit. Learn everything about How to Grow Bee Balm in this detailed article below! Find out some useful Tricks to Attract Bees to the Garden here Bergamot Plant Profile Bergamot is an attractive perennial herb with a sweet and strong fragrance that is potent for attracting a horde of beneficial pollinators such as bees, bumble bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies to the garden....

Chives look similar to green onions and taste between mild onion and garlic. Its purple to mauve flowers set the difference. Some people call it “blue jeans herb” as it can go with anything. Also Read: 12 Versatile Vegetables & Herbs for Containers Even if you live in an apartment, you can have this herb as growing chives in pots is super easy. You can plant chives indoors as well as it doesn’t mind living in partial sun....