Indoor herb gardens have become incredibly popular over the years. Well, houseplants, in general, have become loved among millennials and Gen X-ers everywhere, but making an indoor jungle edible truly enhances the green thumb experience! One of the staple herbs to include in an herb garden is mint. Although it is one of the best…
All plant pots need drainage as it is critical for plant health. But what are the ways in which satisfactory plant drainage can be achieved? This is an important question because there are often negative consequences of not providing proper drainage for potted plants. So, how to get good drainage in your pots? Several good…
Berries are one of the most common fruits that people will research when starting their gardening endeavors. Since berries are so common and a part of the same general family, it begs the question whether certain berries like blackberries and raspberries can be planted together or if they need their own space. Blackberries and raspberries…
Growing herbs provides many benefits. Growing herbs not only provides access to fresh additions to food but also amazing scented aromas. The benefits of growing herbs have an ever-growing list, and that has led to many people to decide to take up the art of growing herbs. Is It Better to Grow Herbs Indoors or…
Having fresh herbs available is a huge benefit to anyone – not only are they fresh and easily available, but they liven up any meal! As it turns out, not everyone has the space available to plant herbs separately and in their own spaces. That’s perfectly okay because quite a few herbs can be planted…
Tomatoes are, perhaps, one of the most popular garden vegetables for a number of reasons: beginners can grow them easily, they can be cooked and used in many ways, and they are healthy. As with most vegetables and herbs though, there are some common questions about growing. How Close to Plant Tomatoes? This depends on…
Are you looking to start organic gardening, but low on outdoor space? Have you been thinking about organic gardening but are convinced you have been cursed with a “brown thumb”? Maybe you are a total beginner and you’re just not sure where to start. No matter the case, here is a relatively simple and inexpensive…
The use of fire as a way to improve crops has been something that farmers have done for years. However, in recent years, home gardeners have begun to use weed torches or flamers in the garden and yard area as well. This is an innovative way to avoid the traditional bend and pull or adding…
Gardeners who start a number of seeds indoors or who do a great deal of container gardening will quickly find that buying potting soil and seed starting mix can get expensive very quickly. I am all about saving money and doing things myself around the garden. I would like to share with you the mix…
I think we all can agree that plants need nutrients in order to grow. Gardening in containers is very popular for various reasons. However, as I have researched lately, I have discovered that many of the myths, tips, and tricks out there have too much false information when it comes to fertilizers – especially for…
