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Not so very long ago, the Internet was once the domain of cats – cute, cuddly, or grumpy. But now the people click for plants. Amongst the succulents and pothos, a little-known shrub called the Crotalaria cunninghamii recently blossomed into popularity. According to some Reddit users, the flowers of this plant look like hummingbirds. Let’s ... Read more
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What is a spa day, romantic dinner, or cozy night in without a candle or two to set the mood? For over a decade, headlines have warned consumers about toxic chemical exposure when burning candles indoors, but new research tells us that our worries might be overblown. A study published in 2009 found that burning ... Read more
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Cabbage is a simple plant to grow, and many of its varieties are so attractive that you could grow them alongside your ornamental plants. The amount of food you get for the amount of space used makes cabbage, which can grow quite large, worthwhile. They face the most significant threat from aphids and the dreaded ... Read more
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Cebu Blue pothos or Epipremnum pinnatum ‘Cebu Blue’ is a tropical houseplant with oval, silvery-blue leaves. It’s just as easy to grow as other pothos varieties but packs more decorative appeal due to its unique foliage color. Plants with blue leaves are a rare sight in nature, and this blue pothos species is one of the special ... Read more
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Broccoli may be a vegetable that you either love or hate, but once you grow it, you’ll most likely love it. It’s an excellent crop for the cool season that can handle a little bit of light shade. They are also big, beautiful plants that can produce for several weeks. Try growing the “Romanesco” type ... Read more
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Few plant pests and diseases, as well as cultural problems (often referred to as physiological disorders), like falling leaves and flower buds, can be avoided. It is much simpler to keep pests and diseases from harming plants than to get rid of them once they have already done so. Here are some suggestions for avoidance. ... Read more
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Beets are a crop that indeed provides everything: both the leaves and the roots can be consumed! The bright red round roots are what most people are accustomed to seeing pickled in salads, but beet leaves are also delicious and nutrient-rich and can be prepared similarly to spinach. We’ll cover all of beets companion plants ... Read more
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Beans come in two types: bush and pole (aka runner). With two varieties to pick from, you can grow beans in your garden regardless of size or shape. On some sort of trellis, you must grow runner beans. Bush beans are very productive, but you can grow them in containers without a trellis! We’ll cover ... Read more
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Asparagus is a perennial vegetable, so you have to wait two years after planting it to start harvesting is somewhat offset by the fact that it can produce for 15 to 30 years. However, fresh shoots that emerge from the ground in the spring can be eaten, and for the remainder of the growing season, ... Read more
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One of the few perennial vegetables is the artichoke (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus). This lovely plant is silvery green and works well in vegetable gardens and ornamental beds. The artichoke’s unopened flower is its edible portion. But don’t be too sad if you miss the harvest of an unopened flower; the flowers are just as ... Read more
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The glossy foliage and heart-shaped blooms make anthuriums more endearing to houseplant owners and gardening enthusiasts. They’re also low maintenance, requiring minimal care to survive. Repotting, one of the plant care routines, is pivotal to the continuous blooming of your anthurium. While the plant grows relatively moderately, you might have to repot anthurium sometimes in ... Read more
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Many Americans consume cranberry juice regularly. But did you realize that cranberries are man-made? Don’t feel bad if you were unaware. Many people ask the question, “are cranberries man made?”. We’ll cover the history of cranberries and how humans became involved with their production. Where Cranberries Came From: History & Timeline The Vaccinium genus and the ... Read more
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Did life give us lemons? Or did we make them ourselves? The citrus family has an elaborate taxonomy, much of which precedes historical documentation. So it’s difficult to say when, where, or how the first lemon trees appeared. Let’s look at the existing evidence and scientific speculation to determine if lemons are man-made. A Hybrid ... Read more
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Pothos N Joy is a tropical houseplant with gorgeous white and green variegated foliage. And as you’ve probably guessed, it’s fun and easy to care for. After all, how often do you come across a plant that literally has the word ‘enjoy’ in its name? Compared to other pothos varieties, the NJoy has one unusual ... Read more
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Is your home drafty with rooms that are never the same temperature? Unfortunately, most U.S. homeowners experience this, along with noise pollution and stale, poor-quality indoor air. It wasn’t until the oil crisis of the 1970s that residential building codes became mandatory. So, many of the 130 million homes in our country suffer from poor ... Read more
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You may have found the plant on your wish list, or maybe you’re buying your first houseplant. But, before pulling out your wallet. Spend some time with your new prospect. Use the following houseplant buying guide to ensure you’re getting the highest-quality plant. Touch it. Turn the leaves over. Inspect the stem and roots. (Like ... Read more
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If you’re wondering, “is broccoli man made?”, the answer is yes, broccoli is man-made. But don’t panic. That doesn’t necessarily mean the vegetable originated in a laboratory. In fact, broccoli isn’t even a recent invention. Read on to learn how ancient farmers used selective breeding to produce broccoli. A Quick Guide to Selective Breeding Selective ... Read more
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A plant that looks just as attractive as it sounds, the ‘Strawberry Shake’ Philodendron is a rare plant with spade-shaped leaves that are light in color when they’re young, but they start to darken into a much richer shade as they get more mature. The colors really start to come out once your leaves are dark green. ... Read more
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If you’re looking for an incredibly unique and stunning plant that will make quite the impression in your home, let’s talk about the Monstera Burle Marx Flame. This plant stands out because of its artistically shaped leaves, but its tropical nature can be challenging to take care of. But, with the help of our care ... Read more
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If you love pickles and cucumbers and want to try growing and making your own, this is actually an easier process than you think. Many people assume that you need an elaborate setup of trellises and extensive gardening skills to make this happen. The truth is you can very easily take on this project with ... Read more
