Growing squash in containers is a great way to enjoy one of the most popular vegetables in the world without taking up too much space. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced gardener, this article will provide you with all the information you need to successfully grow squash in containers. You’ll learn about the...
Parsley is a very easy herb to grow, but it’s not without its pests. Parsley worms are one of the main pests that prey on anything from the parsley family, Apiaceae, which includes carrots, fennel, dill, hemlock, Queen Anne’s lace, parsnips, anise, and coriander. They are easily recognized for their stunning green flesh with black...
Daylilies are some of the best flowers you could grow if you’re looking to liven up your garden. They tend to thrive on very little and can grow in just about any type of soil. Depending on where you plant them in your garden, daylilies may produce more flowers than other yard areas. They do...
Owning succulents and having a succulent garden is a very rewarding gardening style that requires very little other than the bare minimum. However, they are susceptible to unwanted pests that can potentially harm or damage your succulents. Like most plants, there may be signs of destruction that indicate an infestation of spider mites on succulents....
I love growing pothos in my home. It’s an easy, no-fuss plant that adds a splash of greens and yellows to my home. Pothos gives a certain elegance to your home with its beautiful long vines that create a lovely curtain of foliage that can bring life to otherwise drab indoor spaces. Whether you want...
A cactus garden can be beautiful and stunning without needing a lot of hands-on maintenance. Succulents in general do not need a lot of attention in order to thrive, which makes them some of the best starting plants for beginning gardeners. However, there are a few things to consider before you start working with succulents...
Dogwood trees are some of the most stunning ornamental trees you could have on your property. They have seasonal changes that make them gorgeous if properly cared for throughout the years. Since they are considered landscape trees, dogwood trees offer a variety of alluring appearances. Their blooms in the spring are breathtaking, then change into...
For many gardeners, growing asparagus has proven to be one of the most worthwhile perennial plants to invest in for their gardens. A gardener can harvest asparagus for up to about 20 years if developed and cared for properly. However, this is only achievable if you are able to provide your asparagus plenty of room...
Many gardeners have some form of lavender in their garden, simply because it’s one of the best and easiest herbs you could grow! The smell, the texture, and the way they look, lavender is an excellent plant to have in your garden. However, there are a few tricks to fertilizing lavender the right way without...
One of the more alarming signs that your jade plant isn’t doing so well is when its leaves begin to wrinkle. Ideally, you want your jade plant’s leaves to be thick, fleshy, and with a nice, smooth appearance. The good news is that there are some easy care tips that help revive your wrinkled jade...
Asparagus can be one of the most rewarding vegetables that you could propagate over and over again. One of the more ideal methods of propagating asparagus with succession is using the root crowns of the plant. Although you can technically propagate asparagus through plant division, it should grow just fine that way as well. However,...
Rubber plants are some of the most unique-looking plants you could have around your household. They may also be one of the trickiest house plants you could have as well. The growth of the plant is very upright and their deep green leaves have this interesting glossy texture to them. The appearance of this plant...
