Growing Guides

Orchids aren’t only known for being an all-around aesthetically pleasing plant. They have another highlighting feature that can come as quite a surprise. Do you know what popular spice comes from orchids? Well, we can extract Vanilla and Salep from orchids, and that’s what makes these plants even more exciting to grow in large numbers. […]

In the world of sustainable gardening, micro clover has emerged as a star. Compact, green, and resilient, it promises to transform lawns and gardens. But a burning question lingers: does micro clover grow in the shade? If you’ve wrestled with patchy, sun-deprived spots in your yard, you know the struggle. Many have found hope in

When we think of vegetables, we have this general idea of what each one is and their color or shape that we distinguish them by. But did you know that every type of vegetable belongs to a certain family or group? There are pod types, tubers, stems, and roots, to name a few. Where does

Kale is a green, leafy, extremely nutritious cruciferous vegetable. It contains vitamins A, K, B6 and C, calcium, potassium, copper and manganese. For the health conscious, a cup of raw kale only has 33 calories, including just 7 grams of carbohydrates. No wonder it has been added to a range of salads, soups and veggie-style

Growing white pumpkins, known for their ghostly elegance and versatility in fall décor and culinary creations, isn’t a task reserved for seasoned gardeners alone. Whether you’re aiming to carve a unique jack-o’-lantern or add a touch of sophistication to your autumn harvest, this article will guide you through the essentials of how to grow white

This article is designed to guide you through how to harvest ginger without killing the plant in a way that ensures the parent plant continues to flourish and produce. By understanding the right timing, techniques, and care, you can enjoy fresh ginger season after season, all from the same plant. Let’s unveil the secrets to

So, you may have great lighting for your indoor plants, but your garden may not bloom the way you want without the best grow light reflector hood.  However, you can turn things around for good and increase the yield of your crops with a suitable reflector.  But, choosing the ideal reflector hood is a tad

One of the greatest home status achievements these days is having the most perfect, pristine lawn. However, growing and maintaining the perfect lawn does come with some struggles, though. Firstly, weeds need to be controlled; this takes time and elbow grease. Then there’s aeration, seeding, fertilization, mowing, watering, etc. However, once the lawn is at

Harvesting parsley may seem like a straightforward task, yet ensuring the plant’s longevity is a delicate process many gardeners strive for. This article provides an informative guide on how to harvest parsley without killing the plant. Throughout, you’ll receive tangible advice about optimal harvesting times, sustainable techniques, and care tips post-harvest. By following these guidelines,

Untreated weeds are like a disease. They can pretty much anywhere and in a range of different conditions. They can grow on your lawn, in the garden and between rocks. They can even find their way up through thick concrete. But, can weeds grow in sand as well? Yes, weeds can easily grow in sand