If you are looking for a way to spray and control pests naturally and avoid dangerous man-made pesticides - then you need to use neem oil! Neem oil has actually been used for hundreds of years for controlling all kinds of pests and fungal diseases. Not just on plants, but trees, shrubs and lawns as …
Did you know that you can grow your own beautiful ginger plant indoors with ease - and enjoy the amazing taste and flavor of this incredibly healthy herb whenever you want, the whole year round? Fresh ginger is perfect for adding deep, warming flavor to teas, soups, desserts and all kinds of dishes. But the …
Looking for a few tips and tricks for how to care for your Christmas cactus this holiday season - and get it to bloom bigger, better and longer than ever? The Christmas cactus is one of the most popular indoor plants of all during the holidays - and for good reason as it happens to …
One of the best ways to save your summer fern is to bring it indoors this winter to grow as a houseplant - not only will it add color and interest indoors, it can even help keep the air inside from being overly dry! Houseplants release over 90% of the water they take in back …
Looking for a few simple tips to get rid of aphids on your houseplants - and keep them safe from aphid attacks in the future for good? Aphids are the most common household insect pest of all - and it's easy to see why. Due to their small size, aphids can easily come indoors through …
Did you know that one of the easiest and least expensive ways to fertilize nearly all common houseplants is by using leftover coffee and coffee grounds? It's true! Although most gardeners have heard about the many benefits spent coffee grounds can have for their vegetable plants and flowers outdoors - as it turns out - …
Wondering what to do with your poinsettia plant after the holidays are over - and whether or not you can save it to bloom big once again next year? One thing is for sure, what you do with your poinsettia after Christmas can make a big difference from the plant becoming a shriveled-up mess that …
When it comes to successfully growing rosemary indoors - a few simple secrets can make a big difference between having a thriving healthy plant - or one that struggles to even survive! Rosemary truly is one of the most versatile herbs you can grow at home. Beyond its value as a tasty herb in the …
If you are looking to grow an easy care plant indoors that is almost impossible to harm, then you need to try your hand at growing pothos - it really is the perfect houseplant for beginners - or anyone for that matter! Pothos, also commonly known as Devil's Ivy, is a fantastic way to enhance …
Did you know that one of the easiest ways to fertilize your houseplants is by using the leftover banana peels from your bananas? Banana peels are more than just kitchen scraps, they are actually filled with a goldmine of nutrients. Nutrients that can help power and energize compost piles, vegetable plants and flowers. And yes …
If you want to keep your poinsettia plant's blooms bright, vibrant and healthy all through the holiday season - it all starts by avoiding the three most common mistakes that can all but ruin this holiday classic's gorgeous flowering habits! For many who use poinsettias to decorate their homes for the holidays, keeping the plant …
When it comes to getting your Christmas cactus to bloom big all through the holiday season - it comes down to avoiding 3 of the biggest and most common mistakes that can all but ruin their blooms! Although the Christmas cactus is cherished for its colorful blooms during the holiday season, when the plant fails …
Did you know that you can easily save your favorite coleus plants by bringing them inside in the fall to grow as houseplants over the cold winter months? And then - use them again for planters, containers and bedding plants again next spring! With all of their bright colors and patterns, coleus plants are perfect for …
If you want to have a houseplant that can add more than just beauty and greenery to your home, you need to try your hand at growing aloe vera plants. Not only are they easy to maintain, the plant has all kinds of great uses - including helping to heal and sooth burns and cuts in …
Did you know that you can make your Christmas cactus bloom again for a second time after the holiday season has come and gone? It's true! No matter if you are growing a Thanksgiving cactus or a Christmas cactus, with just a bit of additional care, you can get them to bloom again for a …
One of the easiest ways to enjoy fresh, crispy lettuce - even in the middle of a cold, blustery, snowy winter - is by using a simple, space saving hydroponic kit to grow it indoors! When the cold of winter arrives, for many gardeners, it spells the end of home grown fresh salads. Although you …
Did you know that you can use houseplants to help add humidity to your home? As amazing as it sounds, it's true. By simply growing a few beautiful plants indoors, you can help say goodbye to the dry air of winter - and all of the issues that come along with it! There are many …
If you are looking for easy to grow, low care houseplants that can add instant beauty and interest to your home, then philodendrons are the plant for you! In spite of their fancy long name, philodendrons are low-maintenance tropical plants that can bring your indoors to life with their glossy, flowing foliage. And with hundreds …
While they might not be your typical houseplant, did you know that you can actually grow tomatoes indoors all winter long? Not only is it possible, but it's the perfect way to have fresh tomatoes even as the snow flies outside your window! Tomato plants are almost always thought of as an "outside" plant. The …
Did you know that one of the best ways to fertilize your houseplants is with all natural worm castings? Worm castings have become one of the best go-to soil additives when planting everything from vegetable plants in the garden to annual flowers in containers, hanging baskets and flowerbeds. But they also happen to be incredible …
If you are looking for a beautiful, easy-care houseplant to add to your home that is almost impossible to kill - then you need to try your hand at growing spider plants! Not only are spider plants attractive with their long, cascading foliage, they truly are one of the easiest and most forgiving house plants …
Looking for how to get your Thanksgiving cactus to bloom just in time for the holidays this year? There aren't many plants that will produce stunning flowers during the colder holiday season. Especially indoors. Thankfully, that isn't the case with a Thanksgiving cactus. In fact, with a little basic care, you can enjoy their beautiful …
Did you know that you can divide and save your overgrown ferns this fall and keep them over the winter to enjoy again all next year? And even better - it gives you even more ferns - and all for free! Ferns are the perfect low-maintenance plants that thrive in the warm summer months. They …
Looking for a few simple tips for the best way to water, fertilize and care for your ferns to keep them healthy and strong all summer long? Ferns are one of the most popular plants of all when it comes to hanging baskets and container plantings. In fact, it's hard to go into a nursery, …
Rosemary is an aromatic herb commonly used in savory dishes, but did you know there are many benefits of growing rosemary that go beyond the kitchen? Most people associate rosemary with cooking dishes such as roasted meats, pasta sauces, pizzas, and other sauces and vinaigrettes. You can also enjoy the flavor and aroma of rosemary …
Looking to add a little bit of the desert feel to your landscape or home? Then consider growing prickly pear cactus! The prickly pear cactus is a flowering evergreen perennial from the genus, Optunia. It is one of the most widespread cacti groups in the entire World, with well over 150 different types of cultivators. …
If you have always wanted to grow banana plants but thought you lived in a climate that's just too cold - you need to try your hand at growing cold hardy banana plants! Most banana plants that produce the fruit you get at grocery stores are grown in warm, tropical regions. And although there are …
Now that you've had a summer full of harvesting, it's time to learn how to grow and harvest fresh oregano indoors in the middle of winter! Just because fall has arrived and the weather is starting to cool off doesn't mean you have to be done enjoying freshly picked herbs like oregano, thyme, or rosemary. …
There's nothing like a beautiful easy-care houseplant to liven up a space, and growing jade plants fit that description to a T! In fact, growing them indoors couldn't be easier. Jade plants are a type of succulent that are slow growing but can live for many years. Quite often, so long that they are often …
Looking for some of the best trees to grow indoors? While houseplants are a great addition to help liven up your home, growing a few small trees can add a whole new dimension to the look and feel of your indoors. Growing trees indoors is a great way to add a statement to any room …
If you are looking for easy-care plants that can handle a bit of neglect, then look no further than growing succulents indoors! Succulents are characterized by their thick, fleshy leaves and stems. These fuller parts help to hold and retain moisture, which allows them to live in locations that are dry and arid. Desserts often …
If you are looking for a low-maintenance yet stunning houseplant, then you should grow peace lilies! They are the ultimate indoor houseplant for almost everyone, everywhere! The peace lily is a tropical perennial plant that comes from the Spathiphyllum genus. Unlike their name-sake, peace lilies are not true lilies. They are only hardy in USDA …