Repurpose old bicycles and use them to add flowering and other plants for an instant charm to your garden or backyard. Find out some Bicycle Planter Ideas for Your Garden or on the Go! Have a look at some awesome front door planters here Bicycle Planter Ideas for Your Garden or on the Go 1. Hanging Bike Planter If you really want to make it a little too quirky then there’s nothing like a hanging bike full of plants!...
Follow this article and learn every bit of detail on Growing Peas in Containers and enjoy a bountiful harvest in no time! Check out our article on growing grapes in containers here Common Names: Pisum sativum (Scientific Name), garden peas, shelling peas, snap peas, sugar peas, sugar snap peas, snow peas, Chinese peas, edible-podded peas, matar, erbese, batani, ater, pois, English peas, green peas, sweet peas USDA Zones: 2-11 Best Container Size for Growing Peas The size of the pot will depend on the types of peas and the varieties you’re growing....
Napa cabbage is a brassica family plant and commonly known as Chinese Cabbage around the globe. You may easily buy it from the supermarket but Growing Napa Cabbage in pots is a much better choice if you want to enjoy its fresh sweet flavor and soft taste in your platter. Best Climate: You can grow it in any climate as an annual, just like regular cabbage Botanical Name: Brassica rapa var....
Philodendrons are native to the regions of America and the West Indies. They appeal to the gardeners and homemakers alike, thanks to their shiny, dark green, and attractive foliage! Many exotic varieties bring a certain tropical feel indoors. So, if you too are planning to grow philodendron indoors, here is everything you need to know about philodendron plant care! Check out our article on pothos vs. philodendron here to know the difference between them!...
Closed terrariums create a beautiful and fascinating ecosystem that will look fantastic in your home. They’re fairly easy to set up and maintain – as long as you choose the right plants. This article will help you choose the most beautiful and best closed terrarium plants. What are the best closed terrarium plants? These 14 plants are ideal for a closed terrarium; PeperomiaPileaNerve plantMossesSelaginellaLemon button fernMaidenhair fernEnglish IvyBaby Tears PlantCreeping figPolka dot plantGolden pothosMiniature phalaenopsis orchidSpider plant This article discusses the 14 best plants for closed terrariums, providing you with a bit of information about each type of plant and the reasons why those plants or specific species in that plant group are well suited for closed terrariums....
Eggs hold quite a lot of significance in the Christian festival of Easter. People decorate and use them in a variety of ways for gifting. Keeping that in mind, we have come up with some exciting DIY Eggshell Ideas you would love to implement! Check out our article on gorgeous indoor statement planters here 1. Golden Eggshell Planters This is a smart, eco-friendly solution to recycle eggshells. Instead of throwing them away, you can turn them into golden planters....
Aloe Vera is not just a medicinal plant, you can also grow it indoors to improve your interior. Apart from offering myriads of health benefits, this amazing succulent can tolerate low light, dry soil, and neglect. Not to mention the fact, it is one of the most popular houseplants, which also purifies indoor air. Just make sure that you keep it at a spot in your home that receives bright indirect and some direct morning sun....
Vines are the best way to transform the look of your dull walls and landscapes! They last for decades and get more beautiful each year! Here are some of the Best Perennial Vines for new as well as experienced gardeners! Check out Some of the Best Vines for Shade Here! 1. Arctic Beauty USDA Zones: 5–9 Botanical Name: Actinidia kolomikta Length: 15-20 feet Arctic Beauty grows beautiful and fragrant white flowers at the start of summer....
Want to know about the Best February Birth Month Flowers? Well, we have the most beautiful ones for you! Check out Best January Birth Flowers here Best February Birth Month Flowers 1. Primrose Botanical Name: Primula vulgaris The multi-colored primroses resemble roses but are not related to their family. Primrose is considered the new beginning with new blooms during spring. With around 400 primula species from the Northern Hemisphere, primroses show off five flowering petals, basal leaves, and clusters of leafless stalks....
If you are looking for Pet Safe Houseplants You Can Grow in Water, then we have the best ones for you! Have a look at plants that are safe for dogs here Pet Safe Houseplants You Can Grow in Water 1. Spider Plant Botanical Name: Chlorophytum comosum If you are a dog or cat parent, then grow a spider plant without thinking twice as it is completely safe for your pets....
With a compact and low-maintenance nature, Baby Rubber Plants are a great choice for tabletops and work desks. If you want to include this tropical specimen in your house, here’s all about Peperomia obtusifolia Care & Propagation Guide! Learn about Growing Watermelon Peperomia from Leaves here Peperomia obtusifolia Profile Peperomia obtusifolia showcases glossy foliage with can be either green or a combination of yellow, cream, and light green. The bushy plant grows up to a height of 8-12 inches and blooms tiny white flower spikes from spring to fall in the right growing conditions....
Every time you prepare a pot for planting, you add a layer of gravel in the bottom for drainage! But is it essential or not required at all? Why You Should Not Add Gravels to Pots? Or should you? Let’s find out! Find out some surprising benefits of using human hair in the garden here Should You Add Gravels to Pots? Adding a layer of gravel, stones, or pot shards to the bottom of the container is a common practice that most gardeners (old or new or even experts) do....
1. Trees Around the World According to the Botanic Gardens Conservation International, there are around 60,065 species of trees around the world! The researchers also found that 300 of these varieties are on the verge of extinction. Here’s one variety you must read about. 2. Tree with Rainbow Shade There is a tree called Rainbow Eucalyptus, with bark having blue, orange, and maroon colors. When the colors combine in sunlight, they give it a particular ‘Rainbow’ effect....
You’d love this list of Black Houseplant Pictures if you love the color black or deep and dark foliage plants are your favorites. Check out some amazing colorful houseplants pictures from Instagram here Interesting Black Houseplant Pictures 1. Dark Leaf Rubber Plant A post shared by halaman.to (@halaman.to) 2. Black Haworthia A post shared by @rsnoengei 3. The Black Prince Echeveria A post shared by 𝑀𝒾𝒸𝒽𝑒𝓁𝓁𝑒 (@_booplants) 4. Colocasia Black Magic A post shared by Sises (@_sisess)...
1. Soil testing First and most important tip: Soil testing helps in finding out the pH level and micro-nutrients present in your garden soil. You can send soil for testing in your nearby garden center or test it at your home. 2. Best Planting Time Do you know what the best time to transplant your plants is? It depends on the day you’re planting— if it’s a sunny and windy day then late afternoon is best....
With fascinating green variegated leaves, Bamburanta stands out with its color combination! Here’s all you need to know about how to grow it with our Ctenanthe lubbersiana Care guide! Check out some of the most beautiful types of prayer-plants here Ctenanthe lubbersiana Plant Information This variegated, tropical beauty belongs to Southern Brazil and the Prayer plant family. It can usually reach up to 2-3 feet tall, with oval-shaped, long leaves flaunting irregular stripes in bands of yellow and green....
The fruits come in various colors and sizes–red, orange, brown and yellow, pear-shaped or round and also the tangy aroma of their leaves is amazing. Learn ‘how to grow tomatoes on a balcony‘ step by step in this article. What Type of Tomatoes are Suitable for Balconies Good news is that all the tomato varieties are suitable for container gardening, but there are limitations like you can’t grow tomato varieties that spread and become too tall (indeterminate ones) on your balcony (don’t blame us, if we believe balconies are small)....
Also known as painted nettle, painted leaf, and flame nettle, Coleus is grown for patterned, fancy leaves in the beautiful yellow, pink, purple, white, copper, green, and maroon shades in summer and fall. Let’s have a look at How to Grow Coleus from Cuttings easily! Find the best coleus varieties here Things You Will Need to Propagate Coleus from Cuttings You don’t need much to grow coleus from cuttings. All you need is:...
If you want to add the beauty of big and colorful flowers in a small space, then learn How to Grow Rose of Sharon in Pots! Have a look at the best Rose of Sharon varieties here Rose of Sharon Information The Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a hardy deciduous shrub. It produces large, trumpet-shaped blooms in pink, purple, or white from summer to mid-fall over dark green, three-lobed foliage....
Cooked like a potato and enjoyed for its sweet taste, Taro is a healthier option when compared to other starchy veggies on the market. Its leaves are also edible and you can enjoy the same by cooking them like spinach! If all this watered your mouth already, then read on more about How to Grow Taro! Botanical Name: Colocasia esculenta USDA Zones: 9 – 11 Check out our article on growing Elephant ear here!...
