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If you are looking forward to having homegrown vegetables but don’t have much space for that, then working on these Tips to Grow More Vegetables in Small Space is ideal for you! Here are the best dwarf veggies to grow in an urban garden Tips to Grow More Vegetables in Small Space 1. Grow Vegetables that Produce More When you have less space, choose plants that give you much more yield in small areas—select container-friendly vegetables suitable for compact gardens such as tomatoes....

Use Light as a Guide for Selecting Plants for Indoors If an indoor or house plant does not have appropriate light, nothing else you do for it will help. More water and fertilizer are not substitutes for low light. So, when selecting a plant, it is best to start with the available light, not the plant species. Outdoor gardeners are familiar with light descriptors such as full sun, shade, partial shade, dappled light, etc....

Fish Head Benefits for Plants are many if you know how to use it right. To make it easy, we have a detailed guide with all its uses! Fish heads go to waste in most homes. However, you should think twice before tossing it into a waste bin next time, as there are many Fish Head Benefits for Plants. Surprised? Read on to know more! Check out our article on rice water benefits for plants here How Fish Head is Useful for Plants?...

Unsightly mold in houseplant soil is the cause of much unhappiness for indoor plant lovers. Thankfully, there is no real need to fear, as mold in indoor plant soil is usually harmless and you can get rid of it with a few easy and highly-effective methods. How to get rid of mold in houseplant soil: Repot the plant in sterile potting soilDry out your potting soil in direct sunlightRemove mold from the plant and spray with a fungicideAdd a natural anti-fungal to your houseplant soilRepot new plants immediately into sterile soil While mold in houseplant soil won’t harm your plant, it is often a sign of a problem in the way you are caring for your plant....

If you have both a cat or dog and a wandering jew plant, then this question must have crossed your mind–Is Wandering Jew Toxic to Cats and Dogs? Being a plant and pet lover you must be concerned for both, and you’re right. Well, this article will enlighten you! Also Read: Can Cats Eat Rosemary? What is a Wandering Jew Plant? The Wandering jew (Tradescantia) is a warm climate tropical plant....

These Indoor Vegetable Garden Ideas are the best way to grow greens in a limited space. If you are someone who lives in an apartment, then these will surely come in handy! Here are the best vegetables you can harvest indoors all year round Indoor Vegetable Garden Ideas 1. Grow Green Onions in Trays You can easily grow green onions indoors without any space. Place them near the bright window that receives a minimum of four hours of direct sunlight, and they’ll grow....

If you are looking forward to keeping your beloved plants healthy for a long time to come, then read about the following Things that’ll Solve All Your Houseplant Problems! Here are the top signs that indicate an unhappy houseplant Things that’ll Solve All Your Houseplant Problems 1. Butterfly-Shaped Sticky Traps If you don’t want flies and gnats near your plants, then simply hang these sticky traps and they’ll catch those pesky insects!...

Having a high-protein diet is very much important, especially for someone who’s aiming towards the lean body and muscle building. Dairy and meat are excellent sources of protein, but they pose a problem for vegans. Also, your eating chart is incomplete if you don’t add vegetables to it. These High Protein Vegetables can be grown without a garden as well–In your balcony, patio, or rooftop! Check out our article on best types of beans here Why Does Body Need Protein?...

1. DIY Mini Copper Planters Replace ordinary miniature pots with these shiny copper planters. For the tutorial, check out the link here! 2. DIY Succulent Wine Cork Planters If you love wine, incorporate your love for wine and plants by creating these succulent wine cork planters. Check out the DIY here! 3. DIY Toy Elephant Succulent Planter Turn any old toy into these cute little toy succulent planters. DIY for this project is here!...

Introduction Composting is not difficult and is probably the best way to provide nutrients to your plants. You can start composting even in a small compost bin if you’re a container gardener. A great source of organic fertilizer for your edibles. Preparing garden compost is also simple as it only needs a few ingredients. These include nitrogen, carbon, air, and water. To get these ingredients, collect kitchen and yard waste, but remember that full decomposition is a lengthy period that may take months....

Growing tea at home can be rewarding and fun. The best part is, you can also grow it in your balcony or patio! There’s nothing like watching a tea plant grow and sipping a piping hot tea made from the homegrown, organic tea leaves! Here’s everything about Growing Tea Leaves at Home! Botanical Name: Camellia Sinensis USDA Zone: 6-10 Check out our article on growing Coffee at home here What are Tea Leaves?...

Love geraniums? That’s good! Now you might be asking– Is it possible to grow geraniums indoors? Definitely yes, although growing geranium indoors is not as easy as other houseplants. There are some basic key requirements and geranium care information you need to know. As you know geraniums (Pelargonium) are not winter hardy in cold climate, the best way to grow them year-round is to grow them indoors. Choosing a type of geranium you want to grow Choose healthy geranium plants from a nearby nursery....

Growing Strawberries Indoors Propagation You can grow strawberry from seeds: Fill the seed starting tray with half-inch of soil, one-fourth of potting mix, and three-fourth of peat moss. Sprinkle seeds on the top of this growing medium after moistening it with water. Add a very thin layer of peat moss over it by lightly sprinkling it over the seeds. The seeds will germinate soon and will be ready for transplanting when they have grown 3-4 sets of true leaves....

Also Read: How to Start a Balcony Garden Even on the tiny balcony, you can arrange a comfortable place to relax, if you carefully approach the issue of choice of furniture and decor. 1. Small Graceful Chairs and Table For a small balcony, small little chairs and table are a perfect addition! 2. Folding Furniture Folding chairs and tables perfectly solve the problem of lack of space. We have already mentioned about this in our previous article on how to choose furniture for a balcony....

Any air plant lover, with expertise in crocheting, is going to love these crochet air plant holder patterns! Go through this article and find some amazing Crochet Air Plant Holder Pattern ideas and weave one for yourself! Check out our best varieties of air plants to grow here! 1. Crochet Air Plants Pot Use your crocheting skills for making trendy and cute pots for air plants. Take help from this tutorial, that will guide you in using SC2TOG stitches....

Indoor air quality plays a vital role in human health and productivity. For good health, you can grow the Most Effective CO2 Absorbing Houseplants Proven by Science to reduce indoor air pollution. Have a look at the most amazing indoor plants that absorb CO2 at night here Most Effective CO2 Absorbing Houseplants Proven by Science 1. Bird’s Nest Fern Botanical Name: Asplenium nidus A highly potent plant to reduce the CO2 footprint indoors, the Bird’s nest fern can reduce the concentration of CO2 from 2000 ppm to a safe 800 ppm at an average of 1....

Elm trees are popular for their super durability and how they do not rot, even if they are submerged in the water for extended periods. Elmwood has been used to make ship keels, archery bows, piers, and furniture. Keep reading to know the best Types of Elm Trees and also learn about the Elm Tree Identification Guide! Wonder where do pine nuts come from? Click here to find out! Elm Tree Identification 1....

Whether you are looking for rare plant varieties or those that offer flamboyant looks, you have a wealth of choice when it comes to unusual houseplants. You have choices in everything from cacti, succulents, flowering types or those that offer exotic and unusual looking foliage. Lets discuss some of the more unusual houseplants that are sure to grab everyone’s attention and bring wonder and beauty to your home Jewel Orchid (Macodes petola) Macodes petola, or the jewel orchid is quite simply breathtaking....

If you are a fan of palms but live in an area that witnesses low temperatures, then don’t worry. We have some beautiful, Most Cold Tolerant Palm Trees for you! Have a look at the best low light indoor palms you can grow here Most Cold Tolerant Palm Trees 1. Chinese Fan Palm Botanical Name: Livistona chinensis Usda Zones: 8-11 This elegant palm is also popular as a fountain palm. It is native to Taiwan, China, and Japan....

The festive season is here, and you can feel overwhelmed if you still do not have any ideas to start with the home decorations. Worry not because we have curated a list of some Last Minute Christmas Crafts that you can easily try at home! Here are some creative Christmas gift ideas for gardeners Last Minute Christmas Crafts 1. Ladder Christmas Tree Here is a simple way to repurpose that old ladder in your home into something interesting....