Part of the epiphytic cacti family – Christmas Cactus is the most generally known name for them. They are a striking and exotic sort of houseplant. They can give red, pink, white or purple blooms from around November and frequently well into January which is why the name ‘Christmas Cactus’ is Read more…
Every flower lover will agree that the orchids are one of the most beautiful flowers, but are also very, very difficult to maintain. There are several major rules that you should be guided by if you want the orchids to develop in the right way. Some people believe that orchids should Read more…
Whatever your reason may be, interest in starting a homestead can lead to vast changes in how you grow food, care for animals, and even interact with the environment. Gaining a better understanding of how to start homesteading will help beginner homesteaders as they progress towards their own self-sufficiency goals. Read more…
Who says that you can’t have plants everywhere in your home? There is no place in your home that can not be turned into a green oasis! Even when there is not enough light, there are certain types of plants that do well in dimly lit rooms while providing a natural setting. Read more…
Houseplants not only add comfort and warmth to your home, but also increase the concentration of oxygen in the space. But unfortunately, it is not rare for the plant to start to wither inexplicably. This happens mostly with the help of small vermin and flies which are extremely difficult to see Read more…
When it comes to digging up, dividing, and transplanting perennials from your flowerbeds – fall is the best time. And one thing is for sure – doing this will pay up next year in the performance of your flowerbeds. Including healthier plants, more blooms, and far less weeds in your beds. Dividing Read more…
One of the best ways to be sure to have a great garden next year is to avoid making fall gardening mistakes now! Many look at fall as a time to shut the garden down. In reality, its actually the time to set the stage for a great garden next season. In Read more…
October is here! But even though the weather is getting colder, there’s still plenty you can do with your garden. In fact, the cooler temperatures can help make October gardening a joy. Here are a few October gardening chores you should focus on this time of year. 1. Take care Read more…
These plants should be planted together in pairs: Tomatoes and Cabbage Tomatoes are repellent to diamondback moth hatchlings, which are caterpillars that bite extensive openings in cabbage leaves. Peppers and Pigweed Leafminers favored both pigweed and ragweed to pepper plants in a study at the Coastal Plains Experiment Station in Tifton, Read more…
Winter is the time houseplants rest for the coming year and preparing houseplants for winter involves making some simple but important changes in their care. Readying plants involves protecting them from temperature highs and lows, dry indoor air, and lower light levels. Read on and learn how to prepare indoor Read more…