Growing parsley is easier than you might think, and it doesn’t require much hands-on care. In this post, I’ll show you all you need to know in order to have the best success. Lush, green parsley plants are a pleasure to grow in any home garden, and they’re useful too. It’s so easy to care for that even beginners can grow parsley successfully, once they know what it needs to thrive....
I love garden fresh basil, it’s such a wonderful treat during the summer and I grow it in my garden every year. I also love making pesto to freeze for winter use. I don’t like the taste of pine nuts, and so many traditional pesto recipes have nuts and cheese in them. So, I decided to create my own, quick and easy basil pesto recipe without nuts and cheese. That way I can whip up a batch whenever it’s ready in the garden....
Most of the typical houseplants sold in garden centers are actually tropical plants. They make excellent houseplants because they are very easy to grow inside, and most of them have the same basic needs. That’s great new for us, and it makes tropical houseplant care much easier! In this detailed growing guide you’ll learn all you need to know in order to keep them thriving. From watering to humidity, soil to fertilizer, pest control and troubleshoot common problems, you’ll be an expert in no time....
It’s always super important to use the right type of soil, especially when it comes to winter sowing seeds. If you don’t, then you may end up with lots of heartache and wasted effort. Using the wrong type of winter sowing soil means the seeds may not grow, or your seedlings could suffer. But don’t worry, choosing the best soil for winter sowing isn’t difficult once you know what to look for....
Canning peppers is quick and easy, and you’ll get to enjoy them for several months. In this post, I’ll show you step by step exactly how to do it. If you love adding peppers to your meals, then this detailed tutorial about canning them is for you. It’s faster and easier to do than you might think, and it’s a great way to keep the ones you grow in your garden, or preserve grocery store produce so you have it on hand whenever you need it....
Squash is a bully in the garden, and it will take over if you don’t control it. Now that I have my squash arch, the squash in my garden grows vertically, and it’s so much easier to control in my small vegetable garden plot. How To Build A Squash Arch The metal garden fencing alone isn’t strong enough to hold up heavy squash around the top of the arch. So we (my husband helped me with this project) came up with a design that uses PVC piping to support the fencing over the top of the arch....
Peperomia is a diverse group of plants that look fussy, but are actually pretty darn easy to care for. In this post, I’ll tell you all you need to know in order grow the healthiest peperomias around. If you’re looking to add diversity to your home or garden, you’ll definitely want to check out peperomias. They are a popular houseplant with many unique foliage options. No matter which one you have, learning about peperomia care is the first step in keeping your plants healthy for many years....
Staghorn ferns are so beautiful and majestical that growing one can seem intimidating – but they’re easier to care for than you might think. In this post, I’ll show you all you need to know so you can keep yours thriving for decades! The striking foliage of a staghorn fern, and its typically long life, have made it a popular indoor or outdoor plant among home gardeners. Though it seems like they would be extremely fussy and almost impossible to maintain, it’s actually surprisingly easy....
Growing spider plant seeds is easy, and you can harvest new ones ever year. In this post I’ll show you how to collect them and give you the step-by-step planting instructions, as well as seedling care tips. You might be surprised to learn that spider plants can be grown from seed, and you can easily collect them yourself. It’s a fun way to multiply your Chlorophytum comosum (aka airplane plants), and it’s also pretty simple to do once you know how to properly gather and sow them....
Growing poinsettias outside is not only possible, it’s easier than you might think. In this post, I’ll tell you everything you need to know in order to enjoy them outdoors for many years to come. Poinsettias are a popular holiday flower most commonly sold around Christmas time, but did you know they can also grow outside too? Many people are surprised to learn that they can live outdoors, and flourish in the garden or landscape with the right conditions....
Propagating succulents is a great way to share your favorites with friends, or expand your own collection. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to multiply succulents from leaf or stem cuttings, step by step. It’s simple to expand your succulent collection quickly once you learn how to successfully propagate them. In fact, if you’ve never tried propagating plants before, then these are perfect for beginners to start with....
Some plants are easy to propagate by simply putting a stem cutting in water. But some types of cuttings will only rot if you try rooting them in water because they need a more controlled environment. That’s where a propagation box comes in handy, and it makes rooting cuttings much easier! There are many different types and styles of propagation boxes. Some are very fancy (and expensive) and others are not so fancy, but cheap (or free!...
I have an area in my backyard that hardly gets any water. It’s up against the house where it’s protected from most rainfall, and gets full sun all day long. Plus, since it’s in a corner by the house, it gets very hot – so it’s a really tough spot for most garden plants to grow. The inspiration for my DIY zen garden (the solution to my hot, dry, sunny corner) came on a trip to California....
If you’ve never tried growing radishes from seed, you should definitely add it to your list. The whole process is fun, and the results are fast too. There is no need to wait months for your bounty, you can start eating them in a matter of weeks. Since they are so simple and quick, planting radish seeds is great for beginners. Below I will show you everything you need to know about how to plant & grow radish seeds....
If your garden shears have gotten a little dull and rusty, you don’t have to buy a whole new pair. Sharpening pruning shears yourself is easier than you think! There’s no need to spend a bunch of money either. With a little bit of time and elbow grease, you can have those old rusty garden tools looking and working like new again. Plus, taking the time to sharpen your shears on a regular basis will not only make them last longer, pruning plants will be sooooo much easier for you (and healthier for your garden too)!...
If you’ve ever tried growing squash in an area where squash vine borers are present, you know how disheartening it can be to find those ugly white worms inside of your plants. Trust me, I know first hand how time consuming it can be to control garden pests like this. But there’s no reason to pull the plants, or stop growing them all together! Yes, you can get rid of squash borers, and prevent them from coming back again....
I write a lot about the bad bugs that feed on our plants, and how to get rid of them. But this time, I want to focus on one of the best beneficial insects out there – ladybugs! Ladybugs will keep the harmful insects away from your plants, without much effort on your part. As natural predators of common pests, they are not only cute, but a good ally for any organic grower....
Finding the perfect houseplant potting mix can be frustrating. That’s why I came up with my own DIY recipe that is both easy and budget friendly! In this post, I am going to show you exactly how to make potting soil for indoor plants, from scratch. Making your own homemade indoor potting soil may sound difficult, but it’s actually super simple! This mix only has three ingredients, and is perfect to use for growing houseplants....
One of the things I love the most about growing vertically is that there are so many fun materials you can use to build your supports! It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget to think practically. You want to find vertical garden materials that work with the type of structures you plan to build. But it’s also important to choose items that fit with the size and height of the plant, are safe to use, and also work for your budget....
Healthy veggie dip is easier to make than you might think, so you can indulge without the guilt. In this post, I’ll share my recipe and give you the step by step instructions for how to make it. The crisp texture of fresh veggies goes great with this rich and creamy, yet healthy, dip recipe. I know you’re going to love it. If you look at the nutrition information on a store bought tub, you’ll quickly see that they aren’t always as good for you as you may like....
