QUESTION: Can you root a piece of Christmas cactus in water? I was thinking of taking a piece from mine and making a new plant for a friend. - Tricia C ANSWER: Some plants can be propagated by rooting a cutting in water, while other plants must have soil in order for their … [Read more...]
28 Weeds That Are Actually Herbs
By Matt Gibson Some of the most common weeds that you can find in your lawn or popping up where they are not wanted in your garden, are actually beneficial herbs. Some of these often misunderstood beneficial herbs are edible. Many of them have medicinal value. A handful of … [Read more...]
9 Herbs That Grow in Shade
By Bethany Hayes Gardeners often view shade as a curse -- it's empty space that doesn't serve much purpose in a garden. It's time to take back the shade and reclaim it as a valuable growing space. That means you need to find vegetables and herbs that grow in the shade, along … [Read more...]
Cilantro vs. Coriander: What’s the Difference?
By Matt Gibson No matter what you call it, cilantro and coriander are the same thing. Some find the herb to be citrusy, aromatic, and pleasant, while others find the taste soapy or metallic and are put off by its pungent smell. There seems to be a great deal of confusion when … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Rubber Tree Houseplant (Ficus elastica)
By Jennifer Poindexter Ficus trees were once all the rage in home décor. If you still have one, you were wise for hanging on to it because they’re making a comeback. This time around, many gardeners are trying their hand at growing an array of live trees in their home. One … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 40
- 41
- 42
- 43
- 44
- …
- 110
- Next Page »