You can get in touch with nature and enjoy a hobby that makes you happy: gardening. However traditional gardens can be difficult to manage and maintain. This is where raised garden beds come in; they make gardening so easy that even a beginner can do it! Raised beds provide better drainage, require less bending, prevent … Read more
Pineapples are having a major moment right now. From clothing and home decor to party themes and inspirational quotes, these prickly fruits with the sweet interior seem to be everywhere. What is it about the pineapple that captures our imagination and inspires us? When we take a closer look at the unique qualities of this … Read more
Take a plant, leave a plant. The idea behind a growing movement in community gardening is to bring green thumbs from different neighborhoods together. By setting up free “plant exchanges,” gardeners can share their love of plants and meet new people. I’ve seen for myself how these casual conversations can grow into lovely sharing groups. … Read more
What Do Blanket Flower Seeds Look Like? A Guide to Identifying Gaillardia Seeds Blanket flowers, also known as Gaillardia or Indian blankets, are colorful daisy-like flowers popular in gardens Their vibrant red, orange, yellow, and multicolored flowers resemble the colorful blankets made by Native Americans, leading to the common name “blanket flower” You should know … Read more
Hyacinths are some of the most popular spring-blooming bulbs. Their bright, fragrant flowers brighten up gardens. Hyacinths are usually spread by planting bulblets from the mother bulb, but you can also grow new plants from seeds. Collecting and planting hyacinth seeds is a fun way to get more of these beautiful bulbs for free. This … Read more
Turnips are a root vegetable that most people are familiar with. However some may not know what the turnip plant’s leaves look like. As a gardener I often get questions from beginners about identifying turnip leaves. So in this article, I’ll provide a complete visual guide to turnip leaves, from seedling to maturity. Turnip Leaf … Read more
Learning basic Spanish phrases like “I give you” can be incredibly useful for beginners. Being able to express giving and receiving in Spanish allows you to have simple conversations and transactions during your interactions with native speakers. In this comprehensive guide we will look at everything you need to know about how to say “I … Read more
Ponytail palms are popular indoor plants thanks to their unique, eye-catching shape and low maintenance needs. Their long, strappy leaves fountain out from a swollen base trunk, resembling a ponytail But sometimes ponytail palms lose their characteristic leaves, leaving you wondering – will ponytail palm leaves grow back? The good news is that ponytail palm … Read more
Hanging plants on a fence is one of the most charming ways to add personality and greenery to your outdoor space. With the right combination of plants you can create a lush vibrant fence display that transforms any blank fence or wall into a stunning vertical garden. I love using hanging plants to decorate fences. … Read more
Canna lilies, also known as Indian shot, are beautiful tropical and subtropical plants that produce colorful blooms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink. Their large, lush leaves also make a striking statement in flower beds and gardens. Cannabis are usually grown from rhizomes or tubers, but you can also grow these beautiful plants … Read more