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Begonias are great for adding cheery splashes of colour in any garden, no matter how large or small. You can pick from a lot of different options that work well in a lot of different places and situations. Bundles of Begonias are one of the most common ways to add them to a garden. While … Read more
Air plants also known as tillandsia have become increasingly popular over recent years. Their sculptural shapes and minimal care requirements make them perfect for modern, urban living. But where are the best places to buy these trendy plants? Read on for tips on where to find a great selection of air plants both online and … Read more
This post tells you everything you need to know about olive trees that are thousands of years old. We’ll show you how long they can live and give you some impressive measurements of some of them. We also have magnificent examples here in Spain. Have you ever asked yourself why they can live for so … Read more
My grandparents were from the neighboring towns of Decollatura and Soveria Mannelli in Calabria. This is my “Mezzina” fig tree – my favorite out of a few varieties I grow. Damiano Mezzina, my wife Maria’s grandfather, took a cutting from his brother Corrado’s tree in NJ 13 years ago, which is where it all began. … Read more
Want another reason to grow your own garlic? Garlic is easy to take care of and is one of our favorite companion plants because it naturally keeps other plants safe from pests and diseases and attracts good bugs. Garlic is a great plant to grow with most others because of its strong smell. You can … Read more
As a professional kitchen gardener, I saw a lot of marigolds in all the vegetable gardens. They are not only beautiful, but they are also very useful. Marigolds deserve a place in any vegetable garden. They are ideal to grow with vegetables for multiple reasons. Marigolds not only look great, but they can also be … Read more
Flowering succulents may be a rare sight, especially in the case of indoor flowering succulents. However, a succulent owner will know that succulents are eager to bloom given the right conditions. A lot of care needs to be taken, though. If you want to grow flowering succulents, you need to know about their specific needs, … Read more
Poor growth is one of the most common problems for plant crops. Because of this, the best and least expensive way to feed your garden plants is to give them rich, well-balanced soil that they can use to get the food they need. The nutrients needed to promote growth are often not found in the … Read more
The peanut, or Arachis hypogaea, is a special kind of legume that is used in many different ways in cooking around the world. Understanding the anatomy and functions of the peanut plant is crucial for agriculturalists, botanists, and food scientists alike. This article talks about the different parts of the peanut plant and explains what … Read more
People who have never grown peppers before may want to know how long it takes for them to grow. Peppers take longer to grow than many other common vegetable crops. Peppers aren’t the best plant for a short growing season, but the longer wait is well worth it for the tasty result (okay, I might … Read more