1. Plate Butterfly Feeder Upcycle a designer plate to create a hanging butterfly feeder! Put bright colored fruits on it as butterflies attract towards warm colors. Visit Garden Therapy to get the instructions. 2. Mason Jar Butterfly Feeder Use a mason jar or a plastic container to create this vibrant butterfly feeder for your garden. This tutorial uses water and sugar as nectar, but you can use other options available in this list as well....
If you like elegance, then these are the Best White Succulents you can grow to bring a calm appeal with a touch of class! Check out the most amazing Purple Succulents here Best White Succulents 1. White Cloud Botanical Name: Echeveria ‘White Cloud’ A pretty succulent with a rosette of white leaves tinged in light lavender. The gray leaf bracts contrast beautifully with pink blooms in summer. 2. White Ghost Botanical Name: Haworthia ‘White Ghost’...
If you want something different and exciting, then you should definitely try growing these Out of The World Houseplants! Check out some really cool houseplants with zebra prints here Out of The World Houseplants 1. Living Stones A post shared by Diana 🌵cactus collection (@cactus.tribe) 2. Pitcher Plant A post shared by Wild For Flowers (@wild.for.flowers) 3. Fishbone Cactus A post shared by JungleDaddy (@jungleplantdaddy) 4. Bat Flower A post shared by Samuel Bass (@samuelbass4178)...
Black spots are the last thing we want to see on our beautiful houseplant’s leaves. It isn’t uncommon, though some houseplants are more prone to the issue. In this article, we’ll look at what can cause black spots on houseplant leaves and the best way to get rid of them. Black spots on houseplant leaves are frequently caused by fungal disease or pest damage. Overwatering should be ruled out, too. Less frequent causes are bacterial or viral infection, aging, or nutrient deficiency....
Gardening is the one hobby where you truly get to enjoy the fruit of your labor. However, the labor involved is hard work and can be time intensive, depending upon the size of your garden, types of plants growing, and the climate and weather conditions where you live. One way to reduce some of that work and to eliminate the unpredictability of weather conditions entirely, is to take your garden inside and grow vegetables indoors....
You will be astonished to know that some of the Most Expensive Houseplants might be growing in your garden! So, what makes them so expensive, and which one tops the list? Let’s find out! Here are the most popular houseplants according to TikTok Most Expensive Houseplants 1. Queen of the Night Cost: Priceless! Botanical Name: Epiphyllum oxypetalum This flowering succulent is native to Sri Lanka and other Indian subcontinent countries. It is considered to be one of the most stunning flowers in the world, as it is known to bloom only at night....
Tea leaves contain around 4.15 percent nitrogen and other nutrition that nourish the soil. They also improve the soil structure and increase drainage. Also, the tannic acid in tea leaves can mildly change and lower your soil pH, just like coffee grounds. Check out our article on the coffee ground uses in the garden here Amazing Tea Bag Uses for Gardens 1. Composting Teabags are great to add to compost because they add nitrogen and also attract good bacterias....
One of the best things about houseplants is the seemingly endless varieties available, to bring your home to life. Tall, short, trailing, upright, and such a variety of colors! While our first instinct is to think about the green component they add to our space, the variety of flower colors available adds an extra element and pop of color. This article covers some of my favorite houseplants with red flowers, that can brighten any space....
Apart from common ginger, other species are grown not just for taste but for their appearance as well. Check out the best Types of Ginger Plants down here. Have a look at the best types of eggplants here Types of Ginger Plants 1. Common Ginger Botanical Name: Zingiber Officinale Other Names: True Ginger, Jengibre, Jenjibre Dulce, Ginger, Adrak, and Kion Common ginger is a world-famous herb, popular for its aromatic and pungent rhizomes....
1. Hydroponics Uses 90% Less Water Growing plants the traditional way in soil is remarkably wasteful of water. Hydroponic plants require up to 90% less water to make them grow successfully. A large proportion of the water used in soil based gardening is lost into the ground and not absorbed by the plants. Most hydroponics systems recirculate any water and minerals used, so that the only losses are from evaporation. Some systems even capture this evaporated water and return it to the system....
You need not invest hours tending beautiful indoor plants. In fact, some species require minimal care yet look as good as grown by a plant expert. If you too want to know their names, check out our list of Easiest Houseplants that are low care and forgiving. Look at the Best Houseplants for the Festive Season here Easiest Houseplants 1. Lucky Bamboo Botanical Name: Dracaena sanderiana Lucky bamboo is not a bamboo but a plant belonging to the Dracaena genus....
Whether you are an indoor all-time plant enthusiast or just a beginner, this winter, get ready to exercise your green fingers. You would be surprised that there are plenty of choices you can look at and understand if they are suitable for your home. Grow these Best Winter Houseplants in your bedroom or bathroom. Check out our useful tips on How to Take Care of Indoor Plants in Winter. Find the Best Indoor Plants That Grow All Winter here How to Take Care of Indoor Plants in Winter Before moving your plants back inside for the long winter, it is best to follow these instructions carefully to learn How to Take Care of Indoor Plants in Winter....
1. Succulent Globe Terrarium Employ hanging glass globes, pebbles, potting soil, and succulents to create this decorative succulent globe terrarium. Watch the video tutorial here. 2. Hanging Globe Terrarium Hanging glass globe terrariums are easy to create and looks attractive once completed. Find one such idea at Adventures in Cooking. 3. DIY Glass Globe Terrarium You can add different styles and details to your glass globe terrariums to keep them distinctive from each other....
If you’d like your Pothos (Epipremnum Aureum) to grow quickly and be as impressive as those you’ve seen in magazines and online, you might need a little help. Thankfully, you’ve come to the right place because I’ve got some great tips for you. This article will explain how to grow Pothos faster and ensure your plant is vibrant and healthy. How do you grow Pothos faster? There are 6 ways you can speed up the growth of your Pothos:...
It increases aeration, water retention, improves soil texture, productivity and reduces root diseases! Coco peat is a growing medium and normally used for soil amendments. It’s made from the husks of coconuts. It’s a beneficial product for plant growers and provides an alternative growing medium. It’s used much like sphagnum peat in garden applications. It increases water retention, aeration and provides antifungal benefits when used alone or incorporated into the soil as an ingredient....
Before going on a holiday, take these steps to ensure your indoor and outdoor garden plants and flowers are alive, healthy, and happy. Read on to learn the Clever Tips for Garden When Going on Vacation! Do you want to learn how to water your garden while away? Read on! Clever Tips for Garden When Going on Vacation 1. Add Mulch to your Plants Mulching can help your plants retain moisture and prevent weeds’ growth....
Houseplants with different colored leaves add a vivid and dramatic appeal to the decor. If you want to dazzle your home with colors, then grow these Indoor Plants with Rainbow Foliage! Have a look at the most colorful succulents here Indoor Plants with Rainbow Foliage 1. Cordyline Bolero Botanical Name: Cordyline fruticosa ‘Waihee Rainbow’ This gorgeous variety offers splash colors, and its glossy leaves feature a fusion of yellow, green, bright red, and pink tones....
Portulacaria afra is an easy-going succulent with a striking appearance. Given the right growing conditions, it will also bloom flowers in pink hues! If you too want to have it, then here are the Best Elephant Bush Types to grow! Have a look at the best types of Jade Plants here Best Elephant Bush Types Portulacaria afra is one of the most common types and comes in green color. We have included the ones that offer different shades on the foliage....
The word “aeroponics” comes from the Greek words for “air” and “work.” If you want to learn how you can put air to work producing fast-growing, high-density, healthy and delicious crops, then read on. In this easy guide to aeroponics systems, we will walk you through many of the questions about home aeroponics growing systems that you may have, starting with the basics. What Is Aeroponics? Aeroponics is a system of cultivating plants where the roots are suspended in air and the plants get their nutrients from a water-based solution delivered to the roots by a fine mist or spray....
Houseplants let us bring the beauty of Nature indoors – even the parts we don’t want. In this article, we’ll explore common houseplant pests and the most effective treatments, and explain how to prevent future invasions. How to Identify, Control and Prevent Common Houseplant Pests: Treatment begins with identifying pests by their appearance and effects on our plants. There are many natural, environmentally safe treatment options, but synthetic chemicals are available too....
