Why go through all the hassle of going to the grocery store when you can bring the grocery store to you? No, I’m not talking about food delivery services – I’m talking about growing your vegetables! Growing your own produce comes with all sorts of benefits, like lower costs, fresher food, and knowing where your…
Not all of us have the luxury of a big yard to grow our own food. Thankfully, you don’t need one! In this video from GrowVeg, you’ll learn some simple space-saving techniques that can help you maximize your space and grow plenty of food. The techniques covered below include everything from container gardening to growing…
The phrase ‘garden to table’ is the vegetarian equivalent of farm to table. A huge advantage of knowing how to grow a salad garden is having fresh produce on hand that can be harvested as and when required. Even better is that you have full control over what you grow, and how you tend to…
With their delicate blossoms and great resilience, cyclamens can decorate your garden for decades. The only problem is that these species are susceptible to soil pests like aphids. To avoid this hassle, you might wonder: can you grow cyclamen in water? Although possible, I generally don’t recommend growing these plants in water for a long…
Picture this: an aesthetically pleasing yard decorated by vibrant blooms and elegant deer. This scene transforms your garden into a scene from a Disney movie. The only problem? These magical creatures view your yard as a buffet, nibbling on your precious plants. Fear not, though. Fragrant plants like cyclamen can help you overcome this issue….
Have you ordered more mulch than you know what to do with? Fear not, because mulch has multiple uses. You don’t need to overload your shrubs or trees with extra thick layers of mulch, risking their health. There are other practical uses for mulch. What to Do With Extra Mulch 1 – Store it for…
Different mulches have different uses. Organic mulches decompose (some faster than others) requiring replenishing, and that can get pricey. Inorganic mulches such as plastic, stone, and rubber mulch are the more expensive options, but the cost is countered by the longer lifespan. Explore These 10 Mulch Alternatives 1 – Cardboard and Newspaper Cardboard and shredded…
Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) captivate us with their elegant, arching leaves. They’re resilient houseplants that have long been cherished for their ability to thrive in various indoor conditions. While their adaptability to low light and neglect is widely acknowledged, a lesser-known aspect of their resilience lies in their remarkable temperature tolerance. In this article, I…
Do you want to buy a Chinese evergreen plant but you’re unsure if it’s suitable for animals? You’ve come to the right place! Chinese evergreens are the perfect indoor plants for most families. However, it does come with its drawbacks. In this article, I dive deep into the Chinese evergreen’s toxicity to people and their…
Chinese Evergreen is a popular houseplant loved by all plant enthusiasts for a good reason. It’s a hardy low-maintenance plant that brightens up your space. However, that doesn’t mean it’s not prone to common plant issues, such as root rot. Worried about your lovely houseplant? This article provides you with all the information about Chinese…