Thinking about getting into raised bed gardening but don’t know where to start? I’m here to help! Aesthetic, practical, and productive, these elevated landscapes are a terrific haven for growing veggies in your backyard. That said, some vegetables are more suitable than others for cultivation in raised beds. These are typically lower maintenance, more resistant…
Repotting spider plants is an integral part of their growth cycle, so you don’t want to skip it unless you enjoy having dead plants at your house. If you’re a new plant owner, you’re in luck. I’ll cover when, why, and how to repot a spider plant. Let’s get right to it! When to Repot…
Think that you need full sun for a productive garden? Not necessarily. In the video below, Sustainable Holly shares 21 edible plants that she grows in her tree-shaded garden. From sweet potato to bush beans, Holly gives you plenty of options to grow no matter how much of your yard is shaded. With so many…
Most people label spider plants as indoor houseplants, with good reason. You can easily provide an ideal growing environment for them indoors, and they’ll add to your house’s visual appeal. What about the outdoors, though? Can spider plants even live outside? It’s an intriguing idea that raises many questions: Would these plants grow as quickly?…
Have you ever scrolled through Pinterest and seen beautiful images of melons, pumpkins, or beans growing in tunnels or up a trellis? Did you think “oh that’s beautiful, I want to do that!”? Yeah, me too! In the video below, Kimberly from Mini Meadows Farm Oklahoma shows us her incredible vertical gardening setup. She lists…
Petunias are a bold, bright, and beautiful addition to any home or garden. Whether you keep yours in a flower bed or a ceramic pot, there’s no denying how its trumpet-shaped flowers, branching foliage, and delicate fragrance can liven up any space. The last thing any gardener would want to see is their once flourishing…
Need some gentle, calming gardening inspiration? Take a deep breath and forget about your to-do list for a few minutes while you watch this video from Spuds & Roses Gardening. As Maiju tackles her gardening chores, you can see just how relaxing it can be – even if it can seem overwhelming at first.
Having hanging flower baskets as a part of your home garden is a fantastic idea. Not only do they add a gorgeous appeal to the area, but they also save space and are easily manageable. Primarily, petunias are among the most beautiful flowering species. As such, they should be one of your top choices when…
Deer aren’t picky eaters. Though they have their favorites (hostas, daylilies, and roses) deer will often consume whatever plant they come across when they’re hungry. One such plant is the petunia, a popular garden plant of the nightshade family. If you woke up to ruined petunias, you might have been visited by a particularly enthusiastic…
Trimming the roots of a spider plant is an integral part of its growth process, but it’s a step that many plant owners might be scared to take. I understand that fear, and I’m here to put you at ease. With clear, detailed instructions, this guide will show you how to trim spider plant roots…