Gardening Care

Interested in expanding your garden without spending too much money? Propagating elephant ear plants is a cost-effective way to increase your plant collection and beautify your garden. These plants are popular among garden enthusiasts due to their striking foliage. Propagating them can also give you a sense of pride as you see your newly propagated […]

I think we can all agree that trees are a positive sign of life and remind us of the beauty of nature. What about dead trees, though? On the one hand, they cannot grow and produce life recharging foliage. On the other hand, though, they can still provide shade, shelter and a home for certain

There is much debate surrounding whether or not mushrooms require sunlight to grow. The fact of the matter is, though, mushrooms aren’t classified as a plant. They are instead saprophytes, meaning they get their energy from dead or decaying organic matter. So, do mushrooms need sunlight? Well, mushrooms do not need the sun’s rays to

The Forest Flame plant, known as Pieris Japonica, is a popular evergreen shrub. It contains glossy leaves that emerge in bronze, red, and pink shades before maturing to dark green. While this plant is generally easy to care for, one common issue that can arise is the forest flame leaves turning yellow. This occurrence can

Reishi mushrooms, a.k.a. Lingzhi, have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine for their health benefits. They contain various compounds with anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, and anti-cancer properties. To fully enjoy the benefits of reishi mushrooms, it’s essential to dry them properly.  Well, do you know how to dry reishi mushrooms in the easiest manner? Don’t

Are you a plant enthusiast who loves elephant ear plants? These beautiful plants are known for their large, stunning leaves that resemble an elephant’s ear, making them a popular choice for indoor and outdoor decoration. However, as with any plant, these plants are not immune to problems. The elephant ear plant drooping is one of

Aloes are a cactus-like succulent plant often known for their natural medicinal purposes, topical and oral. Not only are they useful but also quite easy to grow and maintain. However, when growing them, there are times where they can start to smell and it’s often difficult to work out why. Why does my aloe plant

The biggest issue with relying on tap water is that it can often be softened or even contaminated. Softened water is ok for human consumption. However, the amount of sodium chloride used to soften the water can cause a gradual build-up of sodium in the soil where plants are grown. The excess sodium restricts water

Rising water prices can affect the humble gardener’s ability to produce bountiful yields. The solution can be as simple as storing precious rainwater for later use. Using rainwater for your plants can pose some issues, though. For example, the average lifespan of stored rainwater can be as little as 1 week if not stored correctly.

The beauty of compost is that it’s reasonably inexpensive, takes little effort to create, and doesn’t require too much space to have a small to medium scale setup in the corner of your yard. Mushroom compost is very easy to create and contains an even richer nutrient content (particularly nitrogen). This compost is an exceptional