If you want to ensure that your climbing tomato plants get all the support they need, then here are some awesome DIY Tomato Cage and Stake Ideas you can use! Check out some great cucumber trellis ideas here DIY Tomato Cage and Stake Ideas 1. DIY Tomato Trellis With a little bit of money, a little bit of work, and a little bit of space, you can create this tomato trellis....
1. DIY Patriotic Sign How many times have you said the pledge in school? At least a hundred times for sure? And yet, you forget, right? Well, this chic “pledge of allegiance” board is a bold reminder of the amazing nation you live in, as well as the flag that is used to represent it. The DIY idea is available here! 2. Plastic Cup Twirlers This elegant 4th of July decor DIY idea isn’t difficult....
Looking for ways to make gardening more interesting? Have a look at these Strange Plant Tricks for Clever Gardeners that can come in handy! Check out some clever gardening tricks to save money here Strange Plant Tricks for Clever Gardeners 1. Have Free Houseplants from Food Scraps You can increase your plant collection at zero cost by using food scraps! Use scraps from herbs, fruits, and veggies—for example, you can grow an awesome tropical houseplant by using a top of pineapple, or you can plant celery from its base....
Do Elderberries Grow in Arkansas? Well, the straight answer to this question is yes, but you definitely need to know more about it! Elderberry Plant Profile Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is an indigenous shrub or small tree that occasionally grows up to 16-20 feet tall. Hardy to USDA Zone 4-9, it grows clusters of red to blue-black berries in the late summer. Raw berries give a bitter taste and are used in jam, syrup, or wine....
Watering Air Plants can become a tricky business especially if you are among those who believe that air plant only needs air to survive. The reason behind them being called Air plants is because they do not require soil not because they can survive without water. So now if this misconception is clear let us know more about How to Water Air Plants. Should You Water Air Plants? In their natural habitat, air plants absorb moisture from the surrounding air....
There are around 65-70 species of cockroaches that live in the United States of America and one of them is the croton bug, which can be quite a nuisance, both at home and gardens. If you want to get rid of it forever, here are the Best Ways to Get Rid of German Cockroaches. Here’s how to get rid of roaches from your garden What are German Cockroaches? The German cockroach can be spotted in almost every American household....
If outdoor gardening is restricted due to cold weather, these Indoor Winter Gardening Projects for December will keep your love for gardening going. Have a look at some fun indoor gardening projects here Indoor Winter Gardening Projects for December 1. Make a Christmas Tree of Potted Plants Yes! You can make your own Christmas tree using a bunch of potted houseplants. You just need a wooden structure in the shape of a tree to arrange them....
Use the open space in your patio effectively to make the best use of it with the help of these Backyard Patio Ideas and create a luxurious outdoor area! Have a look at some stunning patio wall decoration ideas here Best Backyard Patio Ideas 1. Minimalistic Decor Design your patio in a simplistic way by arranging a couch, center table, and corner plant in a light-colored planter. 2. Patio Dining Set a dining table and chairs surrounded by plants in your backyard patio....
Pink color brings inner peace, harmony, affection, and love. You can add these similar attributes to your indoor garden by growing houseplants with pink streaks, stripes, and smudges to have a dash of rosy hue in your home decor! Here are some of the best Pink Houseplants you can start with! Check out our article on pink flower names here Best Pink Indoor Plants 1. Pretty Pink Caladium Botanical Name: Caladium ‘Pretty Pink’...
Don’t let the limited space of your urban apartment stop the gardener inside you! Here are some exciting DIY Vertical Gardening Ideas that you can try. They are also super easy to implement! Check out our article on DIY tiny planters here! 1.Wooden Vertical Garden With an inbuilt watering system, this wooden vertical garden arrangement is the best way to grow your favorite plants and herbs. More details here! 2. Layered Vertical Garden The hanging arrangement of the layered structure makes this easy to install and remove....
Garlic greens are one of the most versatile vegetables and can be used in many ways: from garnishing soups to salads for a mild & sweet garlic-y taste. It tastes similar to green onions and has an amazing flavor, whether you savor it raw or cooked. Read on to learn How to Grow Garlic Greens easily! Check out how to grow garlic indoors here What Are Garlic Greens? Garlic greens, also known as Springs and Baby Garlic, are young garlic plants with delicate leaves resembling scallions....
Sweet potatoes are low maintenance plants that give a bountiful harvest compared to other fruits and vegetables. They are filling, nutritious, and delicious addition to many dishes. The best part is, you can grow them easily as long as you know how to do it the right way. Here’s all you need to know about How to Grow Sweet Potatoes! Botanical Name: Ipomoea batatas USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 Check out our article on veggies that grow underground here Propagation Unlike other fruits and veggies that start from seeds, sweet potatoes start from slips....
Bring a little luck, or at least a little beauty, into your home with the gorgeous jade plant, Crassula Ovata. Providing good jade plant care is really quite easy, making them a great choice of houseplant for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. Jade Plant Care Summary: Plant your jade plant in well draining succulent mix, provide a mix of direct and bright indirect light, and water thoroughly once the potting mix is almost completely dry....
With deep green flat leaves, the Platycerium bifurcatum makes for a great looking houseplant that’s also quite easy to grow. Here’s all you need to know about Staghorn Fern Care. Here are the best ferns you can grow for containers Staghorn Fern The staghorn fern (Platycerium genus) is a beautiful looking plant. It was previously considered difficult to grow, but now it is quite popular. They have two different leaves (fronds) types–sterile shield fronds that are rounded in outline, and fertile fronds, which are branched like the horns of a reindeer....
Tips for Starting Your Container Garden Soil isn’t the Only Solution: In your potting mix, adding one-third of organic matter like pine bark, leaf mold, compost or aged animal manure is an excellent way to enhance soil structure. It will also make a more robust potting medium. Also Read: How to Compost in a Balcony Soil Amendment: Adding rotted manure or compost to your soil mix aerates it, improving texture and balancing out pH abnormalities....
Do you want to start your garden with seedlings despite the weather? Find out all the tricks and tips you need to create your own DIY Seedling Greenhouse Ideas. Have a look at the best mini Greenhouse ideas here DIY Seedling Greenhouse Ideas 1. Egg Crate Greenhouse Start seeds in a used, clean, and empty egg crate to mimic the greenhouse humidity level. Then, slide the box into a reusable bread bag to provide ample sunlight and moisture....
Check out these amazing Patio and Porch Design Ideas that you can easily use to give a new look to your house! Have a look at small patio garden ideas here Patio and Porch Design Ideas 1. Large Front Door Planters The front of this house is looking more beautiful by the addition of these elegant front door planters, a combination of ferns, potato vine, and hydrangea. 2. Blue and White Themed Furniture The lovely theme of blue and white color is making this porch look spacious and elegant and upcycled shutters that are used as a porch divider are an apt way to use old materials....
Discover the Best Succulent Vines that can uplift any space and catch everyone’s gaze. These vine like succulent plants, with their wonderful looks, are low maintenance and fun to grow with flowing stems that look excellent in hanging pots. Here are Beautiful DIY Succulent Boutonniere Ideas Best Succulent Vines 1. Queen of the Night Botanical Name: Epiphyllum oxypetalum A vine-like succulent, the Queen of the Night, is a beautiful trailing plant with large white flowers that bloom only one night of the year....
When it comes to selecting ideal Houseplants for Girl’s Room, you must ask about her favorite colors. In many studies, it is found that generally, females love pink, blue, red, and purple colors most. With all that in mind, we have compiled a list of houseplants according to colors, air-purifying capabilities, patterns, shapes, benefits, and ease of growing. Check out the article on indoor selfie space with plants here Best Houseplants for Girl’s Room Pink Houseplants 1....
1. Kill Poison Ivy Poison ivy can cause itchy rashes and painful blisters. Use salt water to kill the poison ivy. Dissolve 1 cup of salt in 1 gallon of hot water. Spray this mixture onto the leaves and stems of poison ivy. 2. Kill Weeds Common salt can be used for killing weeds. To make this salt weed killer, boil 1 quart of water, dissolve 5 tablespoons of vinegar and 2 tablespoons of salt....
