Robby One of the healthiest vegetables in the world is heart-healthy spinach. It’s also fun to grow in the garden. Certain plants can even boost the growth of spinach to maximize your yields and minimize crop problems. Known for its high iron content and versatile uses in the kitchen, spinach thrives in cool-weather gardens. It’s known … Read more
Growing marijuana outdoors can be an extremely rewarding experience. With proper care and technique, outdoor plants can yield huge, dense buds that rival or even surpass the quality of indoor grows. One of the most important factors for maximizing yield when growing marijuana outside is using a large container size. Bigger pots allow the roots … Read more
Good question. Some plants will grow bigger in the ground than in pots if the soil is really good, unless the potting soil is really great. If the potting soil is less than perfect, the plants in pots will be slower growing. (My Potting Soil Recipe). I’ve said for years that plants in beds will … Read more
What you need to know to successfully grow agaves. Gallery of 50+ garden agaves, all IDd Most agaves are unfazed by harsh sun, high heat and minimal water. Their statuesque, fountainlike forms lend a sculptural element to any garden, and contrast beautifully with fine-textured plants. They also make good firebreak plants and security fences. Bigger … Read more
Colocasia Royal Hawaiian ‘Waikiki,’ also known as taro or elephant ear, is a gorgeous tropical plant known for its dramatic, heart-shaped leaves in hues of pink, white, and green. This eye-catching plant is easy to grow both indoors and outdoors with the right care Follow this complete guide to successfully grow Colocasia ‘Waikiki’ in your … Read more
When should I plant apple trees? For bare root trees, the short answer is early spring. The longer answer is that it depends on where you live, the weather, and whether the tree is bare root or in a pot. Fall is one of the best times of the year to plant apple trees The … Read more
Camellias are beloved shrubs that provide months of beautiful blooms during the fall, winter, and early spring when little else is flowering in the garden. With proper selection and planting, you can enjoy camellia flowers in your garden for 5 months or more. An Overview of Camellia Blooming Seasons Camellias are generally divided into two … Read more
Roses seem to suffer from more than their fair share of problems. It’s likely partly because this popular plant is grown so widely, and often in formal rose gardens or borders, where any problems are easy to spot. That said, some of the older cultivars in particular can be very prone to foliar diseases. Growing … Read more
Have you ever stumbled upon a strange bush with apple-like fruit in your yard or garden and wondered what it could be? You’re not alone! Many gardeners have discovered these odd plants with fruit resembling small green apples but no stem and thorns on the branches. Determining the identity of this mystery bush can be … Read more
The coffee tree, Polyscia guilfoylei, is an attractive species that makes an excellent potted indoor plant. Keep in mind that it has nothing to do with the plants like Coffea arabica that are used to make coffee beans. The plant blooms in the spring with tiny white flowers and berries, though indoor plants rarely flower. … Read more