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If you’ve got a cat at home, you’ll know they often like getting in amongst your plants and maybe even having a little nibble on a few leaves or flowers. Whilst you might be a bit upset if your houseplants lose some leaves or blooms to a hungry or curious kitty, it’s even more important to pick houseplants safe for cats. I’ve brought together a collection of my favorite and most beautiful houseplants that are entirely safe for your cat, regardless of whether they admire them from across the room, or like to snack on some leaves....

Well, many veggies are flowers, and these edible parts of the plants can be eaten raw or cooked. Check out the list of Flowers that are Vegetables, some of which may surprise you. Check out some tasty edible weeds here Flowers that are Vegetables 1. Drumstick Tree Flowers Botanical Name: Moringa oleifera The mildly fragrant flowers of the moringa tree are very nutritious and great for dressing up salads and adding colors and a subtle scent to any dish!...

Personal Tabletop Firepit Visit The Art of Doing Stuff to learn how to make a fire pit that is cheap and perfect for your seating space. 2. DIY Concrete Tiki Torch On Modern Builds, watch the tutorial of this Concrete Tiki Torch, perfect for your patio or picnic table! Also Read: DIY Hand Planter Tabletop Centerpiece 3. DIY Concrete Fire Bowl Project This DIY concrete fire bowl project is super easy to complete, even for beginners and a great tabletop decoration idea....

These stunning Groundcovers With Purple Flowers can add a vivid appeal to your yard, making it appear vibrant. They do well without maintenance, and we also have included the types that do well in the sun and shade, both. Here are the best shade-loving groundcovers you can grow Groundcovers With Purple Flowers 1. Horned Pansy Botanical Name: Viola cornuta Horned violet is an annual with round leaves and fragrant flowers in purple and blue color....

Ferns are quite popular, thanks to their easy to grow and low-maintenance nature. Here are some rare and unique Indoor Ferns that Climb that you can grow for that awesome look in your rooms! Read about the best hanging ferns here Spectacular Indoor Ferns that Climb 1. Climbing Maidenhair Fern Botanical Name: Lygodium microphyllum The other names of this climbing fern include snake and small-leaf climbing fern. It has gray-green leaves and does well in shade to full sun....

When it comes to select a perfect, thoughtful birthday present for your loved one, nothing can beat the fresh and fragrant beauty of gorgeous flowers packed in a bouquet. The idea to offer flowers as a gift never gets old. To make it easy for you, here’s an article featuring the Best Happy Birthday Flowers for a gorgeous present! Check out our article on the best garden gift ideas here List of Best Happy Birthday Flowers 1....

Cats are predators, but some of them like fruits and berries. For example, what about a watermelon? Can cats eat watermelon? Should you give them a bite of this fruit? The answer is yes! The watermelon is not dangerous for the cat. You do not need to make a vegetarian out of your pet, but diversifying the diet with such an unusual fruit snack occasionally is totally acceptable. Learn how to grow watermelon vertically in a pot here!...

Also popular as Million Hearts, Dischidia Ruscifolia is a perfect specimen for hanging baskets and looks amazing with its dangling stems full of small and dense leaves. Learn How to Grow Dischidia ovata here Dischidia Ruscifolia Plant Information Native to the Philippines, Dischidia Ruscifolia is an epiphyte that grows on other plants like trees or their branches. It can be grown both indoors and outdoors. The plant features slender shoots and small foliage and also grows white flowers in the right growing conditions....

Learn all about How to Grow Jalapeños in Pots and relish them fresh in smoothies, smoke them in dishes, toss in pizzas, add in tacos, omelets, and much more! Here are the best types of peppers you can grow Jalapeno Pepper Jalapeños come from the nightshade family and are frost-tender perennial, mostly grown as an annual. Originated in Mexico, a jalapeño pepper (Capsicum annuum ‘Jalapeño’) is a mid-size hot pepper fruit....

Elephant ear plants bring a bold look to any interior or landscape, with their huge heart-shaped leaves. These tropical, big leaf plants, thrive in partial to full sun with frequent watering and right soil conditions. Let’s learn everything about how to plant elephant ear bulbs! Botanical Name: Colocasia USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 Check out our article on best large foliage houseplants here! Planting Elephant Ear Bulbs Select a large and healthy bulb (tuber) of 5-7 inches, with a dry outer layer, as these are going to develop in big leaves and strong stems....

If you are looking for convenient options for growing different greens or veggies in one place, check out the DIY Salad Bowl Ideas list in the article below! Find out the best mini vegetables to grow here DIY Salad Bowl Ideas 1. Lettuce Bowl A DIY lettuce bowl is a handy way to grow salad greens in a limited space. All you need is a 5-6 inches deep bowl and you are good to go....

1. Wine Barrel Planter Half wine barrels are a perfect contender to become successful, personable planters. What are the steps you need to follow–find out here. 2. DIY Tiered Planter Making a tiered wine barrel planter like this is really an engaging DIY gardening project. Learn how to make it at Centsational Style! 3. DIY Wine Barrel Planter This infographic has all the steps required to create this DIY wine barrel planter....

There are about zillions of options to choose from when it comes to houseplants. But when it comes to choosing houseplants for children, it becomes even more important to be selective. The first and foremost priority while selecting the houseplant is that it should not be toxic and prickly, other aspects to consider are their appearance, growing requirements, and unique features. For example, the sensitive plant, which has the ability to unfold its leaves when touched....

Plants with large foliage offer a bold look and add a tropical jungle vibe to the gardens. If you too want to add the same appeal, here are the best Big Leaf Outdoor Plants you can grow! Have a look at the best large leaf houseplants here! Big Leaf Outdoor Plants 1. Giant Rhubarb Botanical Name: Gunnera manicata USDA Zones: 6-10 This big leaf perennial has hairy, thick, veined leaves that grow up to 4-5 feet across on pink hairy stems....

Go a little creative and learn everything about How to Grow a Bonsai on Rocks for a quirky yet beautiful addition to your garden or home! Find out the best trees for bonsai here 1. Get the Right Piece of Rock Get a medium-sized rock with gaps, crevices, and cut sections. Clean it properly to eliminate debris and dirt. How to Grow a Bonsai on Rocks 2. Place the Bonsai Carefully pull the tree or plant from its temporary container and brush out as much soil as possible from the roots....

Follow our guide on How to Grow Watermelon Radish to relish its sweet + peppery flavor in your dishes and salads after picking it right from your home garden! Learn the Best Types of Radish for Containers here Watermelon Radish Information With a delicious pink flesh and creamy white-green bottom, watermelon radish is a Daikon heirloom variety that belongs to the mustard family. It is popular as ShinRi-Mei in Chinese, which means “Beauty in the Heart,” which shows up once you slice the vegetable....

The Ming Aralia (Polyscias fruticosa) is a former favorite that has fallen out of popularity in recent decades, but it deserves a comeback! Although it’s not a beginner’s plant, it’s not hard to satisfy indoors. Let’s review everything you need to know about Ming Aralia care so you can enjoy this underrated beauty. The Ming Aralia likes bright indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Provide high humidity, temperatures of 65-85°F (18-29°C), and fertilize 3 times per year....

Watering Indoor Plants can be a tricky business, especially if you are growing houseplants for the first time. It all depends on the plant’s needs, and while some plants respond well to particular watering techniques, others might not be well suited for the same. Here is all you need to know about How to Water Houseplants! Check out our article on how to water houseplants when you are away here Knowing Plants’ Needs As mentioned above, watering needs changes from plant to plant....

Jade Plants are hardy and long-lived favorites of gardeners worldwide. Though they thrive with the right kind of neglect, leaf browning is common and has many possible causes. Let’s look at why your Jade Plant leaves are turning brown, how to return it to health, and how to avoid future problems. Why are my jade plant leaves turning brown? Though unsightly, browning isn’t always a serious threat. The most common reasons are sunburn and watering issues including edema and scalding by water drops on leaves....

Parlor Palms have been favorite houseplants since the Victorian era – their popularity has lasted longer than parlors themselves. Though quite hardy indoors, these easy-going palms are frustratingly prone to having their leaf tips turn brown. Let’s look at why your Parlor Palm has brown tips and how to restore the beauty of those elegant fronds. Why does my parlor palm have brown tips? The most common reason why Parlor Palms get brown tips is stress from improper lighting or watering....