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Follow our guide to learn everything about Growing Tamarind in Pots to enjoy its sour-sweet fruit, or add an appeal by keeping it as an ornamental bonsai. USDA Zone: 9-11 Difficulty: Easy Common Names: Tamarindus indica, tamarin, tamarinier, tamarindo, tamarindier, tamarinde, asam jawa, sampalok, tamarinier des Indes, imli, chinch, ambli, ma-kharm. Check out some fantastic tips on growing tamarind here Propagating Tamarind From Seeds Summer is the best time to grow tamarind from seeds....

Star anise is a spice widely used in South East Asian cuisines. Easily grown in tropical regions, the plant is adorned with beautiful flowers and star-shaped fruits. If you love its earthy flavor, Learn How to Grow Star Anise in this informative article! Learn about Growing Lemon Cucumbers here Star Anise Plant Profile With its roots in South Eastern China, 80-90% of the world’s production is indigenous to the place. It is mainly cultivated for commercial purposes and exported to various parts of the world....

If you’re looking for some out-of-the-box DIY planter ideas to grow your houseplants, these Indoor Planter Ideas from Kitchen Items will inspire you to do some cool experiments. Check out our article on tips to start a kitchen garden here Planter Ideas from Kitchen Items 1.Hanging K-Cup Planters If you could find empty Keurig K-Cups, making these planters is easy. Hang them using dental floss using window suction hooks in your home....

Gardeners are most worried about the flowers that bloom repeatedly throughout the blooming season, and they have to pay the price for it–vigilant deadheading. Though deadheading may not be that difficult, it is surely time-taking. If you want to save yourself from the hassle, grow these Flowers that Don’t Need Deadheading! Here are the most fragrant flowers you can grow Flowers that Don’t Need Deadheading The flowering plants we have listed here are the ones that only bloom once in the season, and there is no deadheading required....

There are a lot of beautiful plants that you can grow indoors even if you don’t have much space. Have a look at the adorable Pictures of the Best Small Houseplants! Check out our article on romantic and cute indoor plants here Pictures of the Best Small Houseplants 1. Air Plants Botanical Name: Tillandsia 2. Anthurium Botanical Name: Anthurium andraeanum 3. Asparagus Fern Botanical Name: Asparagus aethiopicus 4. String of Pearls Botanical Name: Senecio rowleyanus...

1. Store Onions Store onions and garlic in the stocking or pantyhose. Choose a cool, dry place to hang. You can also store the other garden bulbs that way. The air circulation and flexibility of the fabric makes it a nice storage option. Visit the Brooklyn Farm Girl to understand this hack! 2. Protect Fruits Protect your garden fruits and vegetables from maggots, codling moths, and other insects by wrapping them in the stockings or nylon socks, when they’re immature in size....

Make the most of your living space by growing these remarkable Polka Dot Print Houseplants! They are easy to grow and look great with the rest of indoor plants, thanks to their unique and fascinating foliage. Have a look at some stunning patterned houseplants here Polka Dot Print Houseplants 1. Caladium Botanical Name: Caladium bicolor ‘Polka Dot’ This is a showy house plant with spotted leaves featuring large arrow-shaped white-green leaves, well-motted with pink and red spots....

Container gardening is a favorite of many gardeners as they can grow plants in tight spaces. This allows you to grow your favorite edible or ornamental plants even if you live in an urban apartment! Here are some benefits of container gardening that is going to encourage you to try this further! Check out our article on the best shrubs for containers here! Benefits of Container Gardening Less Maintenance: The Plants in container gardening requires less maintenance, as compared to the ones grown on land, thanks to the limited space!...

When we talk about How to Grow Carrots from Carrot Tops, we essentially mean growing carrot greens and not the root vegetable. It is impossible to re-grow carrots once they have been dug up from the ground. Although, you can enjoy a lush harvest of its stem and leaves through the method discussed below. Learn everything about growing carrots in pots here How to Grow a Carrot Plant from Carrot Tops?...

Growing Pomegranates in Containers is possible because it has a shallow root system compared to other fruit trees. Besides that, it doesn’t take years to fruit and in a pot, you can control its environment by shifting it indoors in cold weather. The compact size is also suitable for balconies and patios–so here are all the details on How to Grow a Pomegranate Tree in a Pot and its Care!...

The Majesty Palm is also called Ravenea Rivularis and is a popular houseplant. It is easy to grow, asks for minimal attention, and adds a tropical look indoors! However, some people have doubts that – Is Majesty Palm Safe for Cats? Let us clear that out for you! Here are the best indoor plants that you can grow Majesty Palm This variety of palm tree is a common houseplant that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions....

If you are looking for a striking houseplant that does not require much attention and brings a powerful tropical vibe to your home, then monstera deliciosa is the right choice! Monstera’s distinctive greenery and unique foliage with recognizable, extravagant slits will ennoble any space, from the living room to the office or hotel lounges. And, indeed, it does not require any special attention! What is Monstera Deliciosa Monstera deliciosa is a long-lived, flowering, creeping perennial from the eponymous genus of plants from the Araceae family....

1. Hand Painted Stone Whether it’s the dead of winter or the middle of a blooming summer, there’s always color in the garden (and a story to tell) with a hand-painted stone. You can transform a rock into a plant or row marker, a message rock or simply dress up a planting bed. Painting and personalizing rocks is an easy project that the kids will love to do. Here is the tutorial....

Pond in a pot is a combination of potted aquatic plants. It is easy to maintain and needs less care. You can arrange plants whenever and wherever you like. Choose a container Take as large as you can, a tub, bowl or container, whichever you can use. Ceramic and Plastic containers of 15-25 gallons are best or use your old wash tub, porcelain container, old wine box or whiskey barrel (check out its leakage)....

After making its presence felt in the year 2019, this dark beauty has become quite popular since then! Check out our complete guide on Raven ZZ Plant Care and How to Keep it Jet Black! Here are the best ZZ plants you can grow What’s a Raven ZZ Plant? Raven ZZ plant is an easy-to-grow tropical succulent from Araceae (aroid) family. It was first introduced in 2019 and garnered a lot of attention–thanks to its amazingly black leaves....

These Beets Companion Plants will help you have a plentiful harvest while saving the plants from potential harm. Have a look at the best tomato companion plants here Beets Companion Plants 1. Onions All allium family members, such as scallions, bulb onions, chives, shallots, leeks, and garlic are known as ‘stinking lilies’ as their pungent smell repels many pests that damage your beets. Onions can deter different bugs that can threaten beet crops, like sugar beet flea beetles....

Growing succulents can be a lot of fun as they are very less demanding and look absolutely beautiful! Have a look at some really awesome Indoor Succulent Garden Pictures and get inspired! Check out our article on growing succulents here Stunning Indoor Succulent Garden Pictures 1. On a Tabletop Inside Glass Terrariums 2. Succulents and Cacti in a Tray Garden Have a look at some cute tabletop garden ideas here 3....

Looking for ideas to give your home a makeover? Check out these Flower Bed Ideas for Front of House to add a colorful appeal to the garden! Here are Amazing Flower Bed Ideas for Your Home Garden Flower Bed Ideas for Front of House 1. A Flowerbed Empowering Purple Here is a beautiful Flower Bed Idea for Front of House with a clean boundary and beautiful blooming plants. 2. Dense Flowerbed Around the House Go for a dense flowerbed around the house with green and purple blooms will surely attract plenty of attention!...

1. Waste Bin This is a 2 purpose DIY bin that you can use either as a yard waste bin or as a compost bin. You can create this project using wires and a few more basic supplies with this easy tutorial from the Empress of Dirt. 2. Wire Wreath Use chicken wire and some decorative items to create this holiday wire wreath. Visit eHow to learn more. 3. Outdoor Chandelier Make this gorgeous rustic outdoor Chandelier using natural elements and citronella candles....

With beautiful lush fronds that bring a tropical look indoors, palm plants look truly amazing with every decor. Have a look at Indoor Palm Benefits Proven in Studies that will make you add them to your rooms! Here are the best indoor dwarf palms you can grow Indoor Palm Benefits Proven in Studies 1. Removes Carbon Dioxide and Carbon Monoxide Proven in this research, indoor palm varieties like areca palm and bamboo palm can effectively reduce CO2 and carbon monoxide from the air....