The Pothos plant is one of the most popular houseplants for a good reason – it’s low maintenance and forgiving, making it the ideal choice for new gardeners. This lush, green plant can be grown in a variety of settings, from low light to bright, indirect light, making it ideal for any home or office.
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Starting a vegetable garden for the first time can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Here are some tips for starting your seeds indoors to give your plants a head start before transplanting them to your outdoor garden.
Seeds:
Choose seeds that are well-suited for your climate and the time of year.
Look for organic vegetable […]
In general, plant foods fall into one of two categories: (1) Synthetic Fertilizers and (2) Natural Organic Fertilizers. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages.
SYNTHETIC PLANT FOODS
Synthetic Fertilizers are materials that are manufactured chemically as opposed to found ready made in nature. In general, synthetic fertilizers fall into one of two categories: (1) Water […]
Now is the time to put the holidays behind us and start dreaming about your home and garden landscape. Gardening magazines are a great source of inspiration and ideas. There are also thousands of websites, photo sharing sites and social media links that are loaded with ideas. With that in mind we thought it might […]
Norfolk Island Pine Plant Features
An easy-care houseplant, Norfolk Island pine is a festive holiday plant you can enjoy all year long! During the holidays, its needled branches look right at home decorated as a Christmas tree. After the holidays pass, remove the decorations and enjoy its classic look (and air-purifying powers) anywhere in your home.
Though […]
Christmas Cacti are easy to grow. When they bloom, they produce colorful tubular flowers in pink or lilac colors. They bloom a long time indoors and they are low-maintenance houseplants, which makes them popular. We’ll bet someone in your family has a Christmas Cactus!
Despite their name, Christmas cacti are not desert cacti. Their natural habit is one […]
Tips for storing your dahlias
Dahlias tubers can be enjoyed for years with proper handling in the fall. Follow these easy tips from National Garden Bureau member American Meadows on how to dig and store your dahlias tubers.
Native to Mexico, dahlias won’t survive the freezing temperatures that many North American gardens experience. Digging and storing dahlias for the winter […]
