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Lamium is native to Asia and Europe and is called red dead-nettle, purple archangel, purple dead-nettle. If you want to grow a beautiful plant that can cover your garden without being so invasive, choose from our guide on 20 Best Lamium Varieties! Check out the most beautiful groundcovers with purple flowers here Best Lamium Varieties Lamium is grown for both its pretty foliage and beautiful flowers. It is also ideal for rock gardens, border edges, and even containers besides being an excellent choice for an ornamental ground cover....

We have some really beautiful Pictures of Roses in Pots for you that you can take ideas from and include them in your home and garden! Here’s all you need to know about making roses bloom Awesome Pictures of Roses in Pots 1. A Bunch of Different Colorful Roses! 2. Yellow, Red, and Pink Roses in Plastic Pots 3. Red Roses on a Windowsill 4. Potted Roses in the Garden 5....

Calathea musaica (officially called Goeppertia kegeljanii) combines stunningly intricate foliage, and easier care requirements than many other Calatheas, making this a wonderful houseplant to grow. This article covers everything you need to know about Calathea musaica care to keep your plant thriving year after year. Calathea musaica care requirements include bright, indirect light, humidity of 50-80%, and well-draining soil that is kept lightly moist at all times. Ensure temperatures are kept between 65-85°F(18-30°C), avoid drafts, and fertilize lightly every 4-6 weeks during spring and summer....

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a warm climate spice or herb–and just like garlic or turmeric, it is termed as SUPERFOOD. It has anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties. This cooling and medicinal rhizome’s ability to expedite digestion power is well-known. The root of ginger has many uses in almost all cuisines around the world, and you can have fresh access to this herb or spice by growing ginger in pots–continue to read for details below....

Phalaenopsis orchids, also known as moth orchids, are renowned for their spectacular blooms. But they don’t constantly bloom, going into a resting phase after they’ve finished flowering. Orchid newbies often mistake this for the death of the plant. And since they are slow growers, along with having a few peculiarities that make them quite different from other common houseplants, many people tend to just give up on their phalaenopsis plants in frustration, assuming that their orchid is done blooming and any further care is wasted on a boring plant....

Eggplant (Solanum melongena) is a relative of tomatoes. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and grows in various colors like deep shiny purple, green, lavender, white, and yellow, with a green cap in different sizes and shapes. It’s one of the most popular vegetables around the world, but botanically, Is Eggplant a Vegetable or Fruit? Find out in this article. Other Names: Aubergine, Brinjal, Eggplant, Melongena, Baingan, Apple-of-love, Gully bean, Pea apple, Susumber, Terong, and Guinea Squash....

Often confused as the same growing material, but these both are not! Though they are two different parts of the same plant, their usages are vastly different. This article is going to guide you in-depth on Sphagnum Moss vs Peat Moss! Check out our article on growing Spanish Moss here! What is Sphagnum Moss? Sphagnum moss has a neutral pH. It is a soft and pliable part of the plant that forms a dense, water-retentive clump....

No garden is complete without a lush green lawn. If maintained greatly, it gives a soft velvety touch to a garden, plus a favorite site to leap and lie down for pets and children. To help you out, here are the best Lawn Care Tips! Here are Expert Bonsai Tree Care Tips for Beginners Lawn Maintenance Care Tips 1. Go Native Don’t go for fancy stuff, always plant grass that is native, local, and perfectly adapted to your climate....

Winters can be harsh on your pets, especially cats. If you want to keep them dry and warm, then here are some amazing DIY Outdoor Cat House Ideas you can use! Have a look at some cool indoor cat garden ideas here DIY Outdoor Cat House Ideas 1. Warm Cat House Give your cat a warm and cozy place to rest during the winters with this eight-step DIY-on Instructables. Mount rope lights on the inside of the lid to create a source of heat....

We have some really cool Outdoor Bar Ideas with pictures that will surely help you build a unique one in your garden! Here are some terrific outdoor benches you can use in your yard Outdoor Bar Ideas with Pictures 1. Wooden Outdoor Bar Shack 2. Outdoor Tiki Bar 3. A Shaded Bar 4. Outdoor Bar with Wooden Chairs 5. Rustic Backyard Bar 6. Outdoor Covered Bar with Tropical Plants 7. Mini Outdoor Bar with a Green Table!...

The long-living wax plant has beautiful vining foliage that looks great in both pots and hanging baskets. We have collected the best Hoya Varieties Names with Pictures to help you pick the best one out! Here are the best pictures of different anthurium varieties Best Hoya Varieties Names with Pictures 1. Hoya carnosa A post shared by Natasha Harper (@natashaharperxoxo) 2. Hoya kentiana A post shared by chelsea 🌼 (@loftedplanter)...

Basil is one of the easiest herbs to grow in the vegetable garden, herb garden, or kitchen window. The highly aromatic basil leaves protect other plants from pests and attract pollinators as well. The basil plant also prevents insects like Japanese beetles, bean beetles, and worms. Instead of requiring protection, basil helps its neighboring plants. Let’s have a look at the Basil Companion Plants. Check out our article on companion plants for carrots here....

If you want a specimen with chartreuse leaves and trailing stems, then learn all about How to Grow Neon Pothos and include it in your plant collection today! Have a look at the best types of pothos here Neon Pothos Plant Information Neon Pothos is native to the Solomon Islands and has heart-shaped, pointed-tipped leaves. It is one of the best plants to grow in hanging baskets and you can also grow it in small pots on shelves and watch it trail down beautifully with its chartreuse leaves....

Whether you want to save money and to opt for a more economical option or you’re not satisfied with the quality of potting mix you bought from the store, it’s a great idea to learn how to make your own potting soil. Ingredients for Homemade DIY Potting Mix Recipes Before you scroll down to read the recipes, learn about the main ingredients and their alternatives. 1. Peat moss or Coco Peat Peat Moss: It improves air circulation and retains water....

Jade plants (Crassula ovata) are some of the easiest to grow and hardiest houseplants making them the perfect choice for the beginner or lazy indoor gardener. However, if you start to see your jade plant turning red it can leave you wondering what’s wrong with it and what you need to do to fix the problem. Why Is My Jade Plant Turning Red? Several factors naturally influence a Jade plant turning red, including extremes of heat, excess sunlight, lack of water or nutrients....

The gardening world is full of ideas that may sound bizarre, and one of them is this–Using Match Sticks for Plants! Find out why you should do that, how to do that, and what its benefits will be in this article. Check out our article on Vicks Vaporub uses in the garden here Types of Matches There are two types of matches available–Safety and strike anywhere. For plants, you can use either of them....

1. DIY Pumpkin Flower Pot A feisty pumpkin works double duty as a planter to house seasonal mums in this simple DIY idea. 2. DIY Pumpkin Flower Planter This is the basic do-it-yourself pumpkin planter tutorial to see. Just carve out the flesh of the pumpkin under the edge of the opening, and you’re ready to go. 3. DIY Concrete Pumpkin Planter The CountryLiving.com has an excellent tutorial of this concrete pumpkin planter that you can make easily following their instructions....

When it comes to trailing houseplants, people always go for the most usual ones like pothos and philodendrons, not realizing that they are missing out on some species that are not really popular. Here’s one such list of 8 Cool Indoor Vines People Usually Don’t Grow, but you can try if you’re looking for alternatives. Here are the best vines you can grow in containers Cool Indoor Vines People Usually Don’t Grow 1....

Here are some out-of-the-box DIY Portable Garden Bed Ideas that will make your gardening chores easier! Check out some amazing Mobile Garden Ideas here DIY Portable Garden Bed Ideas 1. Movable Raised Planter Box This movable garden bed is made up of old shipping pallets. It looks aesthetic and costly but can be built from old shutters and casters. Find the DIY here. Find out some fantastic apartment balcony garden ideas here 2....

Here are the best Cold Hardy Tropical Plants you can grow in your garden. The best thing about the plants we’ve listed is that most of them can be grown in containers too! Create a tropical garden oasis on a balcony with these ideas here Cold Hardy Tropical Plants 1. Bamboo Botanical Name: Bambusa vulgaris USDA Zones: 7-10 Minimum Cold Tolerance: 10 F or -12 C Bamboos grow best in warm climates....