You can’t bear to toss your beloved old blue porcelain bowl set. And maybe that Michelin tire might come in handy again, so you should keep it. Although you might not use recycled porcelain bowls or apple barrels but rather terra cotta or woven pots, the simple concept of growing … [Read more...]
How to Grow Caladiums
The caladium is most commonly known for being the elephant ear plant found in most gardens. The leaves of the caladium are broad, flat, and look remarkably like an elephant's ear. With roughly seven species, these plants can grow to be anywhere from 15 to 35 inches tall and with … [Read more...]
How to Repel Mosquitoes with Container Plants
by Erin Marissa Russell Don’t let a swarm of whining mosquitoes ruin your next barbecue—there are plenty of container plants you can grow in the garden to naturally deter mosquitoes from your property. Using container plants means you can grow plants that repel mosquitoes … [Read more...]
List of Succulent Plants from A to Z
Succulents are extremely popular plants to grow right now, but how do you decide which one? We've built this list of every succulent houseplant we could think of so that you can consider which one might work best for your house or apartment. Did we miss any? Let us know in the … [Read more...]
How to Grow Gazania (Treasure Flower, African Daisy)
by Matt Gibson The gazania, a flowering plant native to South Africa, is commonly referred to as the treasure flower, and with its bright, attention-grabbing colors and the large array of available varieties, there is a multitude of reasons why gardeners should treasure the … [Read more...]