There are many houseplants with white flowers that you can grow indoors. Here is a list of white flowering indoor plants for inspiration. Some are more common than others, but all are beautiful. White flowers are classic and timeless, adding elegance and purity wherever they bloom. Thankfully, there are many houseplants that produce beautiful … Read more
Rescue your mint from brown spots with key tips on beating fungi, bacteria, and stress! Mint is an aromatic herb that enhances the flavor of many dishes. Its refreshing scent and taste make it a popular addition to teas, desserts meat dishes and more. However, if your mint leaves start turning brown, it can be … Read more
Mint is a notoriously prolific plant. This plant can’t even be grown with other plants because it will take over and spread everywhere. Nevertheless, it’s easy-to-grow and tasty leaves make a wonderful addition to any garden. They come in 600 different types. If you have one in your backyard this year and are wondering how … Read more
Rumors fly and the debate rages on. As modern gardeners, we often question gardening tips we read online or were told by older gardeners. For example, are coffee grounds good for tomato plants? In this case, scientific studies have demonstrated whether or not tomatoes benefit from coffee grounds. Coffee grounds have become a popular … Read more
Chives are a popular herb used in many culinary dishes. With their mild onion-garlic flavor, they add a punch of flavor to soups, salads, savory baked goods and more. But did you know that chives also produce beautiful purple flowers? In this complete guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about chives and their … Read more
Not everyone is lucky enough to have large windows in their home office. But that shouldn’t stop you from brightening up the space with indoor plants. There are many plants that can do well in your home office, even if it’s in the basement, a dark corner, or a room with no windows. Working in … Read more
Catmint is a carefree, easy-to-grow plant with an extra-long bloom time that deserves a spot in any landscape. A reliable long-lived perennial, catmint (Nepeta) is a member of the mint family. It produces aromatic gray-green foliage and upright flower spikes in shades of lavender-blue, pink or white. It blooms from late spring to fall, and … Read more
Cordyline is a bold and handsome evergreen shrub that slowly develops a tree-like form. It looks dramatic and exotic, and its shape is pleasing to the eye. It can grow as a single trunk or several stems topped with dense tufts of long, narrow, leathery leaves. Cordyline is also known as the New Zealand cabbage … Read more
The Old Oakland Farmers’ Market had a lot of greens piled up on one table. I looked around and saw a kind of greens I had never seen before. I asked the farmer what it was, and she told me “okra leaves. ”. (Update: commenter beautdogs correctly points out that the plant in the photo … Read more
To make a fresh Christmas wreath from freshly cut greenery, all you need is some time and patience. Fresh wreaths are beautiful and will never go out of style. They don’t last forever, but here are 3 tips to prolong your wreath and inspiration for decorating one. A fresh evergreen Christmas wreath is a classic … Read more