To make your own battery at home, all you need is two different types of metal, some lead wires, and a conductive material. Many household items can be used as the conductive material into which you place your metals — for example, saltwater, a lemon, or even dirt.


Corrosion and build up on battery terminals can keep your car from starting, or cause your digital camera to fail when you want to take a shot of a special moment.


Design a Sump Pump Battery Backup System

Here's how to build a battery backup system for your sump pump. This system is reliable and can work for many years. Remember, safety first.


NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) and NiCad (nickel-cadmium) batteries are two of the most challenging batteries to charge properly and safely. These nickel-based batteries do not allow you set a maximum charge voltage, so overcharging can result if you are unaware of the proper charging methods for nickel batteries.


Want to know if your batteries still have some life? Create your own battery tester


Battery grime can cause current leak and shorten the life of your battery. Keeping your battery connections clean can not only help your battery live longer but can also save you money.


Having a power bank with you can be extremely convenient, especially when you are out of the house and away from a power outlet. Power banks ensure that your devices won't run out of charge.


Liquid or residue from leaking batteries can cause serious harm, so approach the cleanup task with caution. Identifying the type of battery before clean-up is extremely important, or you could risk a dangerous chemical reaction.


Sleeptracker watches use a movement sensor to improve your sleep. The battery it uses has a fairly dismal life at 12 months, which is expected considering its function.


Under the light’s gentle illumination, most people tend to sit for the remote lighting control ,only with the LED IR dimmer in your hand, but someone may trap himself into the mess of accessories.


Everyone is familiar with LED lamps. It is the light-emitting diode, which glows on your household gadgets when they are switched on. LED has long been used as indicator light.


LED swivel Reading Light, also named as led wall mount reading light or bedside reading lamp, mainly serves in camper trailer, marine and caravan. Suitable be used as cabin bed side lamp, laptop lamp or table lamp.


Don't let the prospect of an led grow light becoming faulty put you off buying one , step by step guide on how to repair your led grow light.


An LED Throwie is a fun, cheap and pretty decoration ideal for fridges. It will stay lit for about a week, but they are easy to make so you should never run out!


The newest design in LED grow lights are now available on the marketplace. But what if a fault develops? This guide shows you how to strip down the newest modular led grow lights.


Just started growing with LED grow lights or thinking about growing with led grow lights? Here is some practical information to guide you through the LED grow learning curve.


LED lighting can be used as a design element in any house. It can help to light up various places like under a kitchen cabinet for example. The lights tend to be small and they cannot be seen if placed properly.


One application where LEDs (light emitting diodes) shine is in flashlights. Because LEDs have high brightness, low power consumption, long life, small size and other characteristics, they're ideal for portable lighting.


A simple money-saving walk-through on how to replace dim or dead LED bulbs in your child's Dream Lite instead of having to buy a new one. Some experience with using a soldering iron is recommended but you certainly don't have to be an expert for this.


In order to stop the hum of a fluorescent light, you can replace the old electromagnetic ballast with a new electronic ballast. Fluorescents are simple lights in that they only have two parts to them -- the bulb, and a ballast that helps heat the light and control electricity.


Determine a Proper Height to Hang a Dining Chandelier

There is a standard height to hang a chandelier over a dining room table. This article will teach you what the proper height is to hang a chandelier over a dining room table.


Installing a new light fixture requires careful planning and attention to detail. There's no room for error when it comes to electrical wiring, which means you've got to organize properly and learn the regulations to make sure your project is  safe  and up to code.


Creating a daisy chain of lights is a process of stringing the wiring between a series of lights to power them. By connecting colored wires appropriately, recessed or track lighting fixtures can be wired together.


During the holidays, many apartment renters or homeowners decorate their homes with icicle lighting. There are many options to choose from and whether you like pure white or multicolored bulbs, these strands of lights dripping from roofs or balconies can be an incredible display.


Dirty light bulbs make for dingy rooms and unclean lights and their fixtures can reduce light output by up to 50 percent.  [1]   Clean them regularly and make the most of your light.


Clean up Broken Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

All fluorescent lights, compact or otherwise, contain small amounts of mercury, which is toxic if released into the environment. Most manufactures have agreed to reduce the amount of Mercury contained in compact fluorescent lights (CFL) to 5 mg or less per bulb.


Change RSC Base to E27 Base (Halogen to LED)

With electricity costs increasing and LEDs coming down in price, you might be keen to switch from halogen to LED bulbs. This how-to can help you adapt your light fixture in just that way.


If an incandescent light bulb with a standard (medium screw-base) gets stuck in the socket or breaks while you are trying to remove it, follow these steps to remove the light bulb.


Chandeliers are a beautiful piece of art that usually give the room a visual focal point. They make up an important of any room, and for this reason, careful thought should go into the selection of the right fixture.


Choose the Perfect Light Bulb for Your Lighting Fixture

Even though light bulbs are fairly basic in function, there are so many options available that you can easily get lost. Rather than buying the first bulb that 'looks like it will work', take the time to find the perfect bulb for your fixture.


Lighting is one of the key elements that helps make your house a home. The proper lighting enables you to perform tasks easily, makes you feel safer and more comfortable, and allows you to enjoy your home at its full potential.


Track Lighting's versatility and adaptability remains the key to its popularity. Overwhelmed by all the options? Take some time to read through this guide, and you'll soon be able to piece together the best configuration for you.


Recessed Lighting is one of the most versatile lighting options on the market. Don't let its inconspicuous nature fool you though, these lights are powerful!


Choose the Proper Lighting for a Kitchen

Kitchen lighting can aid quality food preparation. Professional kitchens are filled with lighting, but a home kitchen also needs ambience. There are 3 kinds of kitchen lighting: task lighting, ambient lighting and accent lighting.


Choose the Proper Lighting for a Family Room

A family room is the space in a home where family and friends come together for a variety of activities. It is not uncommon for family rooms to be used for media, games, studying, relaxing, eating and more.


A circuit breaker is connected to an electrical circuit and is designed to stop the power flow though the circuit in the event there is an excessive amperage draw on said circuit.


The right choice of ceiling light fitting can transform a room at surprisingly low cost. You will need a good ladder, a friend to help you with the installations, and a few simple tools.


A recessed light bulb lies flush with the ceiling or other surface, making it nearly impossible to grab and unscrew it by hand. As with so many other problems where you need to get a grip, duct tape is one of the easiest solutions.


Changing a light bulb sounds like an easy process, and sometimes it is. However, there are important safety measures to keep in mind. Sometimes, you will need to replace a light bulb that is trickier.


A fuse is designed to protect more important parts of an electrical system from overheating and related damage. When a potentially dangerous current surge occurs, the wire running through the fuse "blows" and cuts the connection to the circuit.


Bending metal tubing or conduit is pretty easy if you use the right tools. A tubing bending tool must constrain the inside shape of the tube throughout the entire bend radius and the bend radius must not be too small (this will depend on the wall thickness of the tubing).


Also called thin-wall, Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) is a lightweight conduit that any electrician should learn to use. The majority of bends you'll perform follow just three templates.


Contrary to popular belief, fuses offer superior protection to  circuit  breakers. The downfall is that many times, homeowners change fuses incorrectly.


Adding a sub panel, commonly called a breaker box, to a building can provide additional circuit capacity which is especially helpful if your main panel is already full.


Adding a new electrical circuit to your home also requires that you add a new circuit breaker to the electrical service panel. This article will explain how to install a breaker switch and connect it to type NM non-metallic sheathed electrical cable.


So you want to do some backyard wiring? Maybe you need to run a conduit from your house to the garage or the hot tub or maybe an outlet for a fountain?


Chandeliers are an attractive lighting option, and basic installation using a strong, existing ceiling support should take an hour or so. Be sure to take the extra time to install an appropriate support as described below if your chandelier is heavier that your previous light fixture.


Whether you’re wiring a new home, replacing old electrical construction or even creating a furniture masterpiece, you’ll need to know how to bend conduit correctly and safely.


Spreading power outlets evenly throughout a space can open up rooms and make new spaces much more friendly. Placing a new electrical outlet can help make a house more livable.


This article will show you how to expand electrical-insulating heat shrink tubing by stretching it.


Dining room lighting serves both functional and aesthetic purposes. Lighting fixtures that hang over a dining room table should provide enough light to amply illuminate table settings, and should also fit into the dining room in terms of shape, size and style.


Given high energy prices, many aspects of the way in which we live have been brought to the fore. And not least of these is our demand for  electricity .


The cold, harsh light of fluorescent lamps fails to bring warmth to a room, nor is it decorative. By using inexpensive materials, you can add color and warmth to these boring lights to make your drab room or office welcoming, fun, fresh, and funky!


Transformers are an electrical component that transmit electrical energy between at least two circuits. Transformers regulate the voltage in circuits, but in some cases these can go bad and cause a circuit to not work.


Electric motors are relatively simple mechanical devices, but rewinding the coils on a DC motor is a precise task that should only be undertaken by those who with experience in mechanical or electrical repair.


Changing a light bulb is supposed to be one of the easiest tasks that exists. It's even the subject of jokes based on how easy it is - "how many plumbers does it take to screw in a light bulb", etc.


A generator is a handy item for many purposes. These purposes include providing emergency power for your home, regulate life-support equipment, provide power in remote areas, and it can even reduce your electricity costs (this is called peak-shaving).


Broadly speaking, there are three types of electric motors: AC (alternating current, the type of electricity that comes from a wall outlet), DC (direct current, the type of electricity that comes from a battery) and universal motors, sometimes called series motors, which can be powered by either AC voltage or DC voltage.


Whether you are looking for creative dorm room lighting or want to give your room a “worldly” appeal, consider turning an old globe into a light source.


One of the most basic (and fun) things you can do with an Arduino microcontroller is wire a DC motor. You can make a simple table fan or go all in and build a remote controlled car.


When a motor fails, it is often difficult to see why it failed just by looking at it. A motor placed in storage may or may not work, regardless of its physical appearance.


A portable generator can provide emergency electrical power to a home when the main power source, especially that from the national grid, goes out. It does not have to provide power to all the appliances in the home but only to essential services like lighting, TV, fridge, etc.


Ever wanted to make your own dynamo like in those wind-up flashlights? This will tell you the two easiest ways!


Do you need help choosing a generator to buy for home, office, or site use? Follow these simple steps to narrow down your options, and make sure you choose the right one for your needs!


Add an Oil Preheater to a Generac Generator System

Generac (and probably other companies) recommends an oil and battery preheater for systems installed where the outside temperature is often below 32F. Generac makes a kit consisting of an oil filter heater and a battery mat, but it costs about $300!


What does solving a capacitor circuit really mean? Well, it’s just finding the charge and voltage across each capacitor in a circuit. There are some simple formulas and rules that would allow us to solve two different types of capacitor circuits: series circuit and parallel circuit.


Learning to solder through-hole components is an essential skill for any amateur hobbyist or electronic professional. You can learn what equipment and skills you'll need to get started soldering electronics properly.


Remove Electronic Components from a Flexible Circuit Board

Flexible circuit boards consist of various electronic components that are soldered in order to form a complete circuit. However, sometimes one or more of these components may get damaged or start malfunctioning because of any technical issue.


Would your new electronics project benefit from storing values in memory? Using this counter circuit as a basis for memory storage will allow you to store values in your circuit for later use.


Files and folders on your SugarSync account can be shared easily from your iPhone or iPad. No need to visit SugarSync’s website to create the public links.


Make a Crossover Cable from One Standard Ethernet Cable

If you need a Crossover Cable, and have a few extra standard Ethernet Cables around your place, you do not need to go out and buy a separate cable.


This article explains a technique that is dangerous and potentially deadly in some situations particularly when working with high voltages. It may work with a battery powered radio, but the microwave pictured has a high voltage capacitor in the double circuit for the magnetron which may be charged to 1kv or more!


Draw the Transfer Characteristics for a Basic Diode Clipping Circuit

Electronics and electrical students must learn the concepts of clipping circuits, and they must solve problems related to clipping circuits. Clipping problems are not fully completed until you draw the transfer characteristics of that circuit.


Circuits allow electricity to flow in a circular path from a positive to a negative lead. Simple circuits make a great tool for teaching basic electrical concepts, and for experimenting with electricity at home.


Resistors are very common components in electronic circuits of all kinds. Their function is to resist the current flowing in the circuit, and how much resistance they provide is measured in ohms.


Add Variable Voltage to Your ATX Based Bench Power Supply

If you've built a bench power supply using an old ATX computer power supply, you may feel limited by the choice of voltages + 3.3V, + 5V, and +/- 12V DC.


This guide goes over basic strategies to avoid crowds on mass transit. The focus is on train-based transit, which is characterized by a relatively regular schedule, regular daily pattern of usage, and no significant differences in time taken for the actual journey based on time of day.


You’ve made the decision to live without a car. Congratulations! While a car is a useful solution to getting from place to place, it can also cost a lot of money to maintain.


Avoid Conversation on Public Transportation

There are many good reasons to avoid conversing on public transportation. Perhaps you are tired and don’t feel like talking; maybe you have work you need to get done; there might even be passengers who make you feel uncomfortable.


A capacitor is an elementary electronic component that stores electrical charge, somewhat like a battery. Capacitors are versatile, and are used in such vital electronic circuits as radio tuners and signal generators.


Design a Circuit Board Using PCB123 Software

Creating a circuit board can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. PCB123 by Sunstone Circuits is a free, easy-to-learn software tool to assist novices an experts alike.


These instructions apply to solvent removable penetrant systems.


Installing a gas line is probably not a task to take on as your first do-it-yourself project. The risks of making a mistake outweigh the costs of a professional.


Increasing your water pressure often seems like a daunting chore. There are many causes of low water pressure, yet many surprisingly simple remedies that you can perform yourself.


In most cases the water line running to your home is "metered" for accountability and billing purposes. A leak on your line can be very costly. Yet, even a very small leak can be found through trying a few simple techniques and can save you from a nasty surprise from your local utility company.


Painting a concrete wall can spruce up an area or make it blend in with the rest of the area's décor. However, there are some things to consider when painting a concrete wall.


There are many different styles of kitchen sinks. Undermount sinks sit below the surface of a countertop. This type of sink can give your kitchen a sleek, modern look.


It can be very difficult to find a good plumber. The very good ones are in high demand because they are all about their work and their customers. Sadly, some people want to cheat you out of your money, but this guide will help prevent that.


If you tend to pay close attention to the details and are a stickler for the rules, pursuing a career as a home inspector should be something you consider.


Learning how to paint a barn can be quite an undertaking. You must take certain aspects into consideration before beginning the task to ensure that the new paint job lasts at least 10 years and hopefully longer.


This article will show you how to get rid of a plain, boring, white wall and add some vibrant colors to your room. Creating an accent wall is like putting an exclamation point at the end of a sentence.


Despite the image of a man in low-rise pants, to be a plumber requires specialized training. Plumbers install and repair fixtures and appliances that are connected to a home or business' water system.


A backyard shed can increase your home's storage or work space. Metal sheds are sturdy and widely available in many sizes. If you own a metal shed, you may know that it requires frequent upkeep to avoid rusting.


This wikiHow will teach you how to paint a room, including how to go about the prep work.


Hedges are the perfect way to provide a beautiful garden boundary without the need for unsightly fences. The likes of horn beams, beeches, holly, and hazel are all great hedging possibilities featured here.


A chair rail is a strip of railing that runs horizontally around a wall. It is usually a few feet (m) up from the baseboard. A chair rail is only a few inches (cm) wide.


Spring is finally here and you're excited to get started on your garden. There's no better time to start gardening than during the spring when new growth is just starting to appear.


When you are planting a garden around your tree, protect your tree by following some simple guidelines about outlining the area for your bed, applying topsoil, and avoiding the tree roots when planting.


Wood stoves can be a useful heating source, since they burn comfortably at between 250 degrees F (121 degrees C) and 460 degrees F (237 degrees C). However, since many wood stoves can burn at up to 900 degrees F (482 C), painting a wood stove requires special compounds that can resist these extreme temperatures.


Is your mailbox looking a bit dull and dated? Or has it faded beneath the hot sun? Whether your mailbox is just old, faded, or even rusted, it is possible to give it a new life with just a few coats of paint.


Carpet bedding has a great attraction for those who admire masses of harmonious and contrasting colors more than the individual beauty of a flower.


Is your garden full of life and beauty during the summer, but dull and empty in the winter? This article will teach you how to maintain a colorful garden, even in the cold!


Australian native gardens vary hugely across the Australian continent, from tropical in the north through to desert, temperate, Mediterranean and mountain regions.


Growing Australian Native Plants can be a great addition to your gardening hobby. Following these instructions will help turn that patch of earth into a flourishing Australian garden.


This is a fantastic spring and summer garden project for all ages. If you enjoy making homemade pizzas, go one step further and plant all the principal ingredients in your garden and make it as fresh as possible.


Thought to date back to the time of Roman occupation, the English garden has been a feature of many landscapes for centuries. It has evolved over the years into a distinct style of garden; knowing how to set up an English garden will help you achieve the grandeur and classic feel this garden evokes.


Edging your yard's walkways and paths with perennials is an effective way to increase their visual appeal. While nearly any type of plant can be used for edging, it is best to keep a few considerations in mind when making a selection.


A pet friendly garden is one in which the plants are good for the pets, either as fun or as shelter items. Here are some suggestions for making your own pet friendly garden.


Verbena is an extremely versatile flowering plant that thrives in hanging baskets, beds, rock gardens and window boxes.  [1]   It is an annual in seasonal climates and a perennial in warmer areas, where blooms are frequent and colorful throughout the summer.


Theobroma Bicolor, a close relative of Theobroma Cacao (the chocolate tree), produces a seed similar to cacao that can be mixed with cacao, eaten plain, fried, put into soups, the pulp around the seeds eaten raw, and the pods hollowed out and used as containers.


Sprouts are full of enzymes that are believed to be very healthy. Growing sprouts and micro greens inside is a great way to supplement your diet with vegetables.


Equisetum hyemale, also known as Snakegrass or rough horsetail, is a plant that can reach up to five feet tall. It’s made up of vertical stems that don’t have flowers or leaves.


Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that’s loaded with nutrition: protein, antioxidants, and numerous vitamins and minerals.  [1]   It is a simple organism that grows easily in warm water.


If your garden is being eaten and trodden down by deer, you may want to redesign it. Alternately, if you have just moved to an area that has an overpopulation of deer and are currently planning a new garden, you may want to consider deer-resistant options.


Beech (Fagus sylvatica) plants make an excellent choice for hedging because they grow quickly and densely and remain beautiful for most of the year (except for mid-fall and winter).


Ever wander through a garden shop and think... "WOW! That's such a beautiful bush... and it would look great in my yard! "


Planting seedlings or young plants in the soil requires the right mixture of soil, sun and water. Plants vary greatly in their requirements for temperature, shade and water.


This is a unique idea suitable for those who want to do something a little different with their herb garden and who enjoy the connection with astrology.


Whimsy may be described as an unusual and playful idea or concept. Therefore, a garden of whimsy should evoke a feeling of lighthearted uniqueness. There are many ways to add whimsy to a garden, and you may execute them regardless of your gardening experience.


Create a gorgeous garden that looks like something out of a fairy tale. All you need: some flowers and soil & some whimsical touches. Here's your chance to get creative and make a dreamy and tranquil space.


Container gardens are becoming more popular as gardens become smaller. These can be placed on apartment balconies, small porches, or even in your yard.


Here is how to create the balcony garden of your dreams, by maximising the pleasures while avoiding any potential pitfalls.


Preparing a raised garden bed is similar to preparing an in ground bed. The difference is that the former is set up above the ground. Although you rarely have to dig the ground out before setting up the bed, the groundwork is still time consuming.


Jade plants (sometimes called a money plant) are a type of succulent plant. These plants are easy to grow and maintain; thus, they are a common choice for many plant lovers.


Mini gardens have been growing in popularity among gardening enthusiasts who do not have the space or the means to have a full sized garden. Mini gardens are also a great arts and crafts project for kids who want to get into gardening.


Many people want to grow their own food in their own backyard, but they don't know how to start and don't have the space. However, a vegetable garden doesn't need to be huge - small ones can be a great way to grow a few select vegetables, get a little food, and still get the gardening experience.


The saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is the largest cactus in the United States. Native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, the saguaro cactus can grow 50 feet (15.2 m) tall and live for 200 years.


Save Money by Creating an Apartment Garden

Creating a garden can be a useful tool in saving you money, but non-homeowners often have little to no access to land on which to garden. Fortunately, basic gardening techniques can be adapted to apartment living in a way that provides the same savings and nutritional benefits as traditional gardening!


Succulents are fleshy plants that include aloe vera and cacti.  [1]   They are available in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Succulents are very hearty plants that retain water well and can thrive in even the harshest climates.


Home gardening is fun and rewarding work for the entire family. Here's a creative way to get new seeds started. What's great about this growing method is that the entire "starter kit" goes right into the soil!


Grafting is a technique used to grow fruit tree cultivars that cannot be reproduced from seed. There are multiple grafting techniques you can use, but the process always involves attaching "scion" wood of your desired cultivar to "stock" wood of another variety.


Growing your own rice at home for an interesting project is easy to do and is a great lesson in learning about caring for food plants.


Grow an Aloe Plant With Just an Aloe Leaf

Growing Aloe Vera is easy. Planting it is a little trickier. Unlike other succulents and cacti, it is difficult to grow Aloe Vera from just a leaf. The chances of the leaf actually taking root and growing into a healthy plant are slim.


Planting seeds in pots can be a great way to start a houseplant or indoor garden, or otherwise start seeds that you may later transplant into your garden.


After you have carefully chosen your landscape plants, you need to know how to plant them. Landscape plants consist of trees and shrubs, perennials and annuals.


Whether you start plants from seeds or purchase transplants from a garden center, you need to harden off seedlings to get them used to outdoor conditions.


Onion seeds are not usually difficult to grow or to collect. The only thing to keep in mind is that onions are a biennial, meaning that they seed once every two years.


English ivy is an evergreen vine that is grown as a ground cover or a climbing vine. Juvenile vines grow 3 or 5 lobed leaves; whereas mature English ivy plants produce broad leaves without any lobes.


Marijuana plants must be well cared-for and carefully harvested. Wear gloves and choose the time you trim your plants carefully. Trim the top off your plant to allow the leaves to get more light.


Plant transplants are an important part of keeping healthy plants and gardens. When a plant grows too big for its current container, its roots can be damaged or suffocated, which results in slowed growth and unhealthy appearances.


Jade plants (Crassula Argentea syn. Crassula ovata), are woody-stemmed plants with oval, succulent, jade green leaves.  [1]   When grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11,  [2]   where temperatures stay above 20 °F (−7 °C) in the winter, jade plants can reach a height of 10 feet.


There are many different gardening strategies you can practice to protect your bedding plants from frost. When your bedding plants are exposed to frost, they may not survive unless you have taken the time to warm their surroundings or cover them during cold temperatures.


Propagation of sarracenia plants can be done from seed, seedlings, or division. Each method has its own issues to be consider when using.


A propagation method used throughout the winter where temperate climate seeds are sown into protective containers and placed outdoors to foster a naturally timed, high percentage germination of climate tolerant seedlings.


Rengarenga lilies ( Arthropodium cirratum ) are easy to propagate. Additional new plants can be placed elsewhere in the garden or given to other people for their gardens.


Quinoa is the grain-like sprouts of a quinoa plant. Quinoa grains are high in protein   [1]   , and they produce a nutty, crunchy flavor when you cook them in a saucepan, especially if they are toasted prior to cooking.


Regrowing vegetables is extremely easy and anyone can do it. All you need is some time and effort. This is a method of growing vegetables without using seeds.


Growing bags are plastic bags that contain a peat-based compost. They are ideal for balcony or small gardens, where space is a premium and you don't want to be fiddling around with dirt.


Save Tomato and Pepper Seeds from a Garden

Saving seeds from plants that you have grown is one of those deeply connecting things in the gardening year; it completes the gardener's cycle of life, especially if you grew the plant from seeds earlier in the spring.


An organic vegetable garden is a natural and healthy way to grow vegetables for your personal consumption. Deciding to go organic will result in vegetables that have not been treated with chemicals or herbicides.


Growing your own vegetable garden is a rewarding experience that allows you to save money while simultaneously creating a beautiful space in your yard.


Chia seeds have been used for centuries by ancient cultures and, recently, they have become a popular health trend in contemporary society. If you have never used chia seeds before, you can try using them for health, beauty, culinary, and decorative uses.


Cans or tins can get another lease of life in protecting your young seedlings from snails and other interested feasting garden pests. This is a really simple solution.


Prevent Too Much Leaf Growth on Vegetables

If you have the problem of all leaf and no flowers or fruiting on vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and potatoes, it might be that your soil has too much nitrogen content.


If you're a keen gardener and you'd like to keep the heritage of your bell pepper ( Capsicum  spp.) crop, you can do this by preserving the seeds. You'll need to select the healthiest plants, check that the seeds are viable and store them properly.


Asparagus is one of the first green vegetables to come into season at the end of winter, and its presence in markets heralds the start of spring. How do you grow these tender, nutritious stalks in your garden?


The parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) is a root vegetable related to the carrot. Parsnips resemble carrots, but are paler than most of them and have a stronger flavor.


Are you a first time gardener? Learning how to grow vegetables can be a satisfying process that may pay off heftily at harvest time. To begin the process, you need to learn how, where, and when to plant the vegetables you want to grow.


Making your own sprouts requires very little special equipment, no soil and no sunlight. The sprouting process takes only a few days, which greatly increases vitamin and mineral availability.


A vegetable garden is an inexpensive and fun way to enjoy your favorite vegetables picked fresh and ripe. Learning how to plant vegetable seeds outdoors to ensure the most flavorful vegetables begins with knowing proper seed planting techniques.


So it now came to gardening! Want the most from your plants? To thrive, any plant needs the right amount and kind of sun, water, heat and soil. Watering your plants is key to keeping them healthy.


Chinese cabbage is used in many Asian dishes, so it’s a good vegetable to grow if you cook a lot of Asian food. It favors cool climates, and it may not need much direct sunlight.


Growing vegetables indoors is a good idea if you live in a climate that is not conducive to gardening outdoors, or if you want to get your vegetables started before you transplant them to your outdoor garden.


Spring is often thought of as THE time to plant a garden, but you can keep your garden active well after the summer harvest with fall vegetables (or even start a garden in the middle of the summer).


Vertical gardening is an approach used to grow vegetables up and down, rather than side to side like in a traditional horizontal garden. In a vertical garden, vegetables grow up tall structures instead of across the ground.


In early  autumn , it is a good time to tidy any New Zealand flax plants that are growing in your garden. It is easy to do and you will be rewarded with tidier, more vigorously flowering plants next spring.


Help Vegetables Survive a Dry Summer Season

A dry or drought season can make it very hard to grow vegetables. There are a few things you can do to try to improve the chances of the vegetable garden, even when there are water restrictions in place.


If you love growing vegetables but you are experiencing watering restrictions and hot conditions, having a thriving vegetable garden can be a hard-won achievement.


Winter salads are just as important in your diet as salads at any other time of the year. Being able to grow them during winter is a wonderful experience, whether you do so indoors or out, depending on how severe your winter is.


Spinach is packed with nutrients, such as iron and vitamin C, that can be enjoyed either fresh or cooked. It's really fast to grow and is ready in seven to eight weeks time to harvest.


Hanging plants and baskets can be an attractive way to compliment your home or garden. Since hanging plants are suspended in the air, they are more susceptible to drying out at a faster pace than plants located on the ground level.


Sometimes plants can withstand the elements on their own, while others may need help standing up and thriving. Plants may move too much in the wind or are too heavy to stay off the ground.


Organic gardeners grow healthy, high quality foods and  flowers  without using any synthetic chemicals. Organic methods are healthier, better for the environment and wildlife, and are less expensive because there are no chemical  fertilizers ,  pesticides  or herbicides to buy.


Start a Garden Indoors Using Fluorescent Lights

Growing a garden outside is great, but when it's winter you may want fresh vegetables also. I like indoor gardens because they're easier to take care of and they won't be put at risk but leaf-eating insects.


Take Care of Your Neighbor's Plants While They're Away

Many neighbors go on a vacation, business trip, or visit a family member or friend some time during the year. While they're away, they may ask you to care for their plants.


Favorite flowers and vegetables that grow in the garden or on trees contain seeds that can be used to grow new plants. Instead of starting over at the beginning of every spring, save garden seeds from year to year and continue gardening from the same plants.


If you are a home gardener living sustainably off your garden, knowing how to thresh and winnow can be a very useful skill. It is the process by which you remove the chaff (the seed's outer protective coating) from the seed.


Surprisingly, overwatering plants may be more common than underwatering. Most amateur gardeners err on the side of caution and water their plants too often.


When a plant is sick, it provides clues to the nature of its illness. Does your ailing plants have brown spots on its leaves, or are the leaves are wilting or misshapen?


Choosing flowers to dry and create everlasting arrangements requires a little knowledge about which types will work best. This article explains the things to look for when selecting and growing plants suitable for creating everlasting arrangements.


Fragrant, colorful lilacs are easy to grow in most regions. Whether your lilac is a shrub or a small tree, it will need to be regularly pruned in order to maintain a healthy shape and size.


Beautiful, fragrant Stargazer lilies are a lovely houseplant, but did you know that they can also thrive outdoors? Whether you are replanting a bulb you preserved over winter, moving an indoor plant outdoors, or are simply moving the location of your stargazer, you’ll need to know how to replant the lily.


Plants, both indoors and out, are lovely additions to any décor. They are generally easy to take care of and maintain, and will thrive when given proper care and treatment.


Buddleia ( Buddleia davidii ) is a shrub with multiple shoots that tends to grow and flower fast. The buddleia is a favorite of gardeners, due to its fragrant scent.


Tomato suckers are branches that grow between a tomato plant’s larger stems. They’re usually smaller and connected to a main production stem. Cutting the sucker from the plant is relatively simple, as is transplanting it.


Growing vegetables in the middle of winter can be a difficult task, but with the right precautions, it is possible to keep several hearty vegetables warm enough to survive the cold temperatures.


If your weather is a bit too cold or your plants a bit too tender, you'll need to help your garden through the winter. It all depends on how vulnerable the plants are, how cold the weather is, the length of the cold season and how much energy and trouble you want to spend.


The one problem many vegetable gardeners face in most areas of the country is finding a site on their property that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.


Growing vegetable in the northern and central Midwest is fraught with challenges. The growing season is short, the winters are severe and the annual rainfall is decidedly unpredictable.


The growing season in New England is short, but you can still have a bountiful vegetable garden if you start some of your seedlings indoors during the early spring and if you do successive plantings of fast-growing vegetables.


Even the smallest of vegetable gardens can yield big returns. If you are limited on space and still want to enjoy fresh vegetables, you can plant a variety of small garden types that will still give you a plentiful harvest all season long.


The weather patterns in the Western states can range from mild, rainy winters to scorching hot summers. In addition to the variable climate, the western region of the United States has a host of natural features that include rugged terrain, desert areas, mountains and coastal land.


The southern states have a long growing season, so growing vegetables in this region is a gardener’s delight. In some areas of the south, you can also grow vegetables in the winter months.


Cane-growing shrubs come in many different varieties. Some are edible, such as blueberries, and some are ornamental, like lilacs. The one thing these plants have in common is that they can grow too large and bushy if not trimmed on a regular basis.


Sweet peppers, or bell peppers, are a popular garden vegetable that grow well in most environments. You can start the seeds indoors toward the end of winter and plant the seedlings as soon as the weather warms up.


Growing your own vegetables is great way to save money, spend time outdoors, get exercise, and eat fresh, delicious vegetables! You can grow vegetables in your own backyard, but if you don’t have much space you can also grow veggies in containers on your front porch or deck.


So, you want to grow Helianthus tuberosus? They are also commonly referred to as sunchokes or Jerusalem artichokes, though, they have nothing in common with the artichoke!


Sprouting beans, vegetables, seeds, and grains is a simple way to exponentially increase the nutrition factor of simple ingredients. By sprouting up some alfalfa or lentils, you can intensify the micronutrients and integrate a delicious active food into your diet.


Soybeans are an edible legume that are very nutritious, as they are high in protein, calcium, fiber, iron, magnesium, and other vitamins and minerals.


Growing rhubarb from a seed takes considerably more time than growing it from a crown or cutting, but it can be a cheaper and easier way to start a large crop.


Swedes ( Brassica campestris napobrassica ), also known as rutabaga or yellow turnips, are hardy root vegetables that grow when many other veggies won't.


Ruby red rhubarb is a cool season perennial that will return for up to 20 years once established. Its tart, fresh flavor is sought after by cooks looking for something special to make into pie and other desserts.


Whether you just like the sight of them or want an effective year-round wind blocker for your property, planting pine trees is an easy task. The first thing to do is research which types of pine are best suited for your area, and how your climate affects the best time to plant them.


The Leyland Cypress tree is a hybrid of the Alaska-cedar and Monterey Cypress. It has recently become a very popular choice for Christmas trees because it grows faster and is much lower maintenance than the Virginia pine.


The term "perennial" refers to a plant that lives year after year, usually surviving the winter months to grow again. This is in contrast to "annual" plants that only live for one growing season and usually die back in the winter.


From crisp and sweet to small and spicy, there are countless varieties of peppers to choose from. Whether you choose to start your plants from seedlings or buy healthy transplants, you can grow peppers of all varieties in your own backyard!


Spinach is one of the leafy greens that provide more nutrients than any other food.  [1]   Organic spinach is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals.


There are many separate species within the broad  Photinia  genus, but most share similar planting requirements. These evergreen shrubs can be started from cuttings or prepared seedlings, but either way, they are fairly easy to care for.


Purple asparagus is a tender, very sweet variety of asparagus with large spears. You can grow purple asparagus from seeds or by transplanting year-old crowns.


The “Bradford” pear (Pyrus calleryana “Bradford”) is a callery pear cultivar that grows 2 to 3 feet per year to a height of 50 feet.  [1]   While at first blush this speedy growth rate may like a good thing, trees that grow this quickly tend to have weak branches that break easily due to snow, ice and strong winds.


Mahogany trees can survive in USDA zones 9 through 11. They grow to large heights and spreads, so you'll need to prepare plenty of space for these fast-growing saplings at the time of planting.


Fruit trees are surprisingly easy to grow in a backyard setting, and they yield years' worth of beautiful spring blooms and plentiful fruit. Apple, peach, plum and pear trees all grow well in a variety of climates.


Shrubs are often described as the foundation of a garden.  [1]   They are easy space-fillers that provide year-round interest and form a backdrop to visual displays of plants in the garden.


Hot pink, red and white azaleas brighten many Southern yards each spring. They're quite easy to plant, and if you care for them properly you'll be greeted with their dazzling blooms year after year.


There are over ten species of cedar trees. Because the trees are fairly forgiving, they can be planted in a variety of weather and soil conditions. They are similarly versatile when it comes to landscaping, as they are often found in windbreak hedges and screens.


Propagate Mother of Thousands from Plantlets

Mother-of-Thousands (Bryophyllum daigremontianum) is a plant native to the tropics of Madagascar, but you can have your own thanks to the interesting reproductive system of the Mother-of-Thousands.


Lucky bamboo (botanical name "Dracaena sanderiana") is a small, shrubby plant that is sold extensively as a hardy houseplant. Despite its name, lucky bamboo is not related to bamboo and is not even native to Asia.


Acer rubrum , commonly known as a red maple tree, is medium-sized deciduous shade tree native to Eastern North America which typically grow 40-60” tall with a round to oval crown.


Planting bare root trees is a fun and economical way to have lush green trees on your property without the higher cost of purchasing established trees.


Boxwood shrubs are low-maintenance plants with a dense, rounded shape. Boxwood thrives in the South and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, but it can be planted and grown in many climates.


Planting trees in containers is a good option in smaller or paved gardens where space is limited. Container planted trees won’t be as independent as ground-planted ones, so be prepared to give them that extra bit of maintenance.


Angel’s Trumpet is the common name for plants in the Brugmansia or Datura family. While Angel’s Trumpet plants started from cuttings are more common, you can sometimes find its seeds as well.


Garden shrubs serve many purposes, both ornamental and practical. Their scented flowers and colorful foliage please the senses, and their berries attract birds.


When your houseplants begin to crowd their pots, you may thin them out and create new plants by taking cuttings. Some plants may be propagated, or reproduced, by cutting off 1 of the stems or leaves and placing it in water or replanting it.


You don’t need a lot of space to plant wheat, but you do need to plan for the crop carefully. Planning and timing the planting of your crop gives it the best chance of flourishing.


Adding plants is a good way to liven up the area under trees. However, gardeners should keep in mind that finding plants for the shady conditions under a tree can be a challenge.


A basic 101 guide on how to plant a beautiful garden.


Zinnias are colorful flowers that bloom in the summer months. If you're interesting in gardening as a hobby, zinnias are a fun addition to any garden.


Rex begonias are striking known as painted-leaf begonias or fancy-leaf begonias because of their stunning leaf coloration. This article will show you the easiest way to propagate a rex begonia leaf.


Grevilleas are not necessarily easy to propagate but give it a go and you might like the results. Here is what to do.


Yew is a hardy plant. Often used for hedges, it requires little maintenance beyond an annual trimming. Find a well-drained area in your yard. Mound dirt into a trench and dig a hole in the middle for the yew.


Eucalyptus is a hearty, fragrant plant that is often preserved for use in floral arrangements, wreaths, and decorations. After collecting the eucalyptus branches you wish to preserve, place them in a mixture of water and vegetable glycerin.


A common plant in the Polynesian diet, ‘uala, also known as umala and kamote, is a member of the morning glory family that produces a distinct type of tropical sweet potato.


Knowing how to prune a peach tree properly is essential to the plant's growth. Pruning your peach tree can make it produce larger fruit and an abundant harvest.


Lemon trees come in all sizes. They range from the dwarf lemon tree, which can grow 2 to 8 feet (.61 to 2.44 m), to standard trees that can reach 15 feet (4.6 m) or higher.


Transplanting a small tree (sapling) is a little more involved than simply buying a container grown tree and setting it out - a few extra considerations come into play.


Pear trees should be pruned every dormant season to maintain a good balance of branches and optimum yield. As a general rule, pruning encourages more vigorous growth, but pruning too much can make the tree weak against diseases and pests.


Tell the Difference Between a Loblolly and Longleaf Pine

The Loblolly Pine ( Pinus taeda ) and the Longleaf Pine ( Pinus palustris ) are two evergreen species once commonly found in the southeastern United States.


Pruning stimulates tree growth, enhances fruit production, and gives a tree a proper shape. Wait until your tree is dormant to prune it. Always get rid of diseased, damaged, or dead branches.


Maple syrup is a sweet addition to many foods and desserts. Unfortunately though, it can be expensive to buy authentic maple syrup. If you happen to know where a maple tree is, you can follow these simple steps on how to make your own syrup and save some money.


Trees not only beautify any yard but are vital to helping improve the quality of air. These are two good reasons for planting trees on your property, and caring for them so that they thrive and grow strong and sturdy.


Oak trees can be some of the most beautiful trees in the neighborhood with their huge canopies and branching limbs, but it takes work to keep an oak healthy and growing strong.


Bamboo is a very hardy and easy plant to take care of, especially if it's in water! A healthy ‘lucky’ bamboo should be a gorgeous deep green with a few sprouting leaves.


Winterizing hardy hibiscus plants is quite easy to do, as these plants can stay outdoors year round, with only the slightest bit of care. However, tropical hibiscuses should be brought indoors in all but the warmest sections of the country.


The artwork and creativity of trimming shrubs can be learned even by someone unused to trimming shrubs. The health of a plant is important and one of the main reasons to understand how to trim shrubs.


It's important to trim young and mature trees so they remain healthy. Dead and crowding branches can be removed to help sunlight reach the tree's interior.


Trees are among our most important natural resources. While many people are concerned about protecting trees for future generations, others are actually interested in growing them for profit.


An easy guide to quickly and accurately measure tree height!


Most trees that you buy have been harvested as saplings and are readied for sale by being placed in a root ball or a container. Although many trees that are sold at nurseries or garden centers undergo preparation for transplanting, they are still prone to losing some of their healthy qualities when it comes time to place them in the ground.


Moving a tree from 1 spot to another by yourself can be a daunting task if it's a large tree. It can, however, be rewarding once you learn how to replant a tree properly.


Tree root horror stories–most of us have heard one. Trees breaking into pipes, drains, lifting house foundations, cracking paving and splitting open house walls.


If you have a shrub in the wrong place of your garden, transplanting it to another spot might be just the answer to your problem. It's a winter or early spring task (after thaw), as cooler weather will help to reduce any shock that the shrub may experience from the move.


Ficus trees grow successfully indoors, but only if you give them enough room. Repotting them every few years will keep them healthy. Here's how to make the transition as easy as possible for the tree.


Many people are not sure how to prune or care for their  Tecoma stans . Also known as  Tecoma stans  'Yellow bells', or narrow-leaf trumpet bush, there are two larger specimens of  Tecoma  hybrids - one called 'Orange Jubilee' and another called 'Sunrise', which have orange and yellow flowers respectively.


Pruning shrubs can help to stimulate new growth and thin out overgrown areas. It is also a good way to remove dead or diseased sections of the shrub.


Japanese maple trees have an intricate branch structure made of many smaller branches forking off thicker center branches. The trees have a natural sense of flow and harmony, but proper maintenance is needed to keep growth from becoming too bushy or unbalanced.


Spirea shrubs are beautiful flowering bushes that can brighten up any yard. These shrubs tend to bloom in the spring and summer months, though some varieties will also produce attractive leaf displays in the fall.


If you're growing a persimmon tree, you will need to learn to prune it. Regular pruning of a persimmon tree will help to develop a strong frame for the tree.


Conifers are trees and shrubs that have needle-type leaves and produce cones instead of flowers. Conifer trees have only one main “leader” or trunk that extends all the way to the top.


The ficus or Weeping Fig tree makes a beautiful houseplant but it may grow too tall and wide for the space you have for it if it is happy in its spot.


In general, pruning any type of tree can be a real pain if you don't have the necessary information. If that describes your situation, keep reading this article to find out more about the various methods of pruning an olive tree.


Tulip, Japanese or saucer magnolias (Magnolia x soulangeana) are deciduous trees that grow to a height of 20 to 25 feet (6.1 to 7.6 m) and produce huge, fragrant flowers in the spring.


A standard ficus or fig tree ( Ficus  species) is one that has been grown in a pot and trained to create a classic "ball on a stick" look. Most fig trees make excellent standard plant subjects because they are hardy, suffer being pot bound and tolerate long periods without water.about being bound in a container and can tolerate low water levels.


Crepe myrtles are shrubs or small trees that produce large flowers in the summer. They are distinguished by their multiple trunks and mottled, peeling bark.


Dogwood trees do not usually need much pruning. Even without manually shaping the tree, a dogwood will usually maintain a nice shape. Manual shaping can be done if desired, though.


Pruning a cherry tree is necessary to create the right conditions for the tree to bear beautiful fruit year after year. Young cherry trees should be pruned into a vase-like shape to allow light and air to circulate around the tree's branches.


Crabapple trees are fairly hardy trees that do not require much pruning for the purpose of encouraging growth. Your tree may need minimal pruning to maintain its silhouette.


Caring for fruit trees can be a fun and relaxing activity that reduces your stress and gives you access to fresh fruit. However, fruit trees can sometimes be destroyed by foraging animals like squirrels, rabbits, and raccoons.


As the name might suggest, butterflies absolutely love Butterfly Bush--and so will you! The flowers of this tall bush make a gorgeous addition to any garden.


Titoki ( Alectryon excelsus ) is a beautiful tree that grows freely in New Zealand, from North Cape to Marlborough and Nelson, as well as in some of the sheltered valleys of the Bank's Peninsula.


A shrub bed can be prepared the easy way or the hard way. Why not do it the easy and environmentally friendly way?


Lightning can damage and even destroy trees, and resulting fires can lead to the destruction of forests and homes. If you have a tree with particular historical or sentimental value, or a tree that borders or touches a building, it is a good idea to install a lightning protection system to avoid the risk of destruction or fire.


This article explains the basics of planting pinus radiata. Pinus radiata is an evergreen tree that grows to 65 meters (213.3 ft) by 10 meters (32.8 ft), and it grows at a very fast rate.


Trees can beautify our landscape, provide needed shade (helping eliminate the need for day-long air conditioning, saving energy and money) and help oxygenate our air through photosynthesis.


The Phytophthora fungi causes root rot,  [1]   an often fatal affliction for any tree. There are sometimes cures depending on the tree but the best solution is  prevention .


So, you have heard that tree-planting is a lucrative summer job, and are interested in trying it, but you don't have a clue of what to expect and where to start!


With rare exceptions, flowering plants produce two types of genetic material. Pollen contains the male genetic information, and must reach the female portion of the plant in order to create a new generation of fruit.


Pyracantha, also known as firethorn, is a thorny evergreen shrub that produces bright red, orange, or yellow berry-like pomes. Grow the shrub by transplanting a young pyracantha into your garden.


Rosebud trees are known for the rose-purple flowers they produce on their dainty branches at the start of each spring. Some redbud trees also have purple, lavender, pink, or white blooms, even though the rose-colored flowers are most common.


Sugar cane is in the same family as grass, and grows in the form of tall, narrow stalks, or canes. Sugar cane is planted in ruts on its side in the fall.


A basic seed tray or "flat" is a cheap, no-frills way to get plants started for your  garden  or farm. ( You can use a paper egg carton) It also happens to be one of the best ways, if you plant your seeds correctly.


Plant on Your Septic System Drainfield or Leachfield

Thinking about planting on your drain field or leach field? Many varieties of plants assist your septic drain system in functioning at optimal capacity by continually removing water and organics found in the soils that encompass your field.


Sycamore trees grow for decades and reach towering heights, offering shade and beauty to your lawn. Sycamore seeds can be collected for planting from sycamore trees or bought at a nursery or garden center.


Mini peppers are fun and easy plants to grow. They can produce year round when grown indoors, or can make beautiful additions to your outdoor garden.


Jicama, or  Pachyrhizus erosus , is a vine that is native to Mexico, although most people are familiar with its root, which is used in cooking. Jicama, also known as yam bean, can be found on tables in Mexican restaurants as a condiment, and it is widely used in recipes like fresh salads, salsas, and soups.


The olive is now grown commercially or for personal use throughout the world. While an olive tree can live longer than 1,000 years, like many plants, certain conditions must be met for the tree to thrive.


Moso Bamboo is a special kind of plant that has the ability to grow extremely tall and extremely fast. It has a lot of uses and thrives in many environments once it’s established, but sometimes getting it started can be tricky.


If you want to grow vegetables regardless of season or climate, hydroponic would be the right choice for you. As a hydroponic grower you can grow plants by simulating an ideal growing environment and monitoring certain important factors such as temperature, nutrients, lights, pH level, and humidity for your system of growing plants.


There are many types of hot peppers, with varying degrees of heat. They are used to add a kick to recipes like sauces and salsas. With so many hot pepper varieties available, you might want to consider growing your own.


If you have ever seen pale pink stems of rhubarb for sale, you may have wondered about their paleness. This is called "forcing" and it's a growing method that involves keeping rhubarb in the dark.


Chili peppers cover a wide range of peppers under the name Capsicum annuum. They include but are not limited to: Anaheim, ancho, cayenne, jalapeño, habanero and hot banana wax.


Jalapeño peppers are easy to grow in many climates. You can grow them from seed by planting them in potting soil and nurturing the sprouts that emerge.


Some gardening experts make no distinction between the terms "greenhouse" and "hothouse" while others do. Greenhouses are unheated structures used to get plants started early in a sheltered environment while hothouses use either artificial heat or a system which combines solar heating with ventilation to keep temperatures inside the structure constant.


Eggplants need a great deal of space to grow, but you can grow them in a container as long as you have a large enough pot. Vast amounts of sunlight are the key in keeping your eggplants happy, primarily due to the fact that eggplants thrive in warm soil.


Cayenne peppers are a popular chili pepper used to spice food in Mexico and the US. Otherwise known as "capsicum annuum," this thin red pepper can be grown outdoors in sandy, acidic soil.


For many people, including tree professionals and orchard growers, painting trees is a common form of first aid for tree damage from storms or after pruning.


The pohutukawa is sometimes also known as the "New Zealand Christmas tree" owing to its habit of blossoming around the Christmas season. Here is how to identify a pohutukawa if you're not sure.


A member of the beet family, chard, also known as Swiss chard, is one of the more nutritious, versatile vegetables. It is rich in both vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants, and can be used raw or cooked in recipes.


Snowball trees, also known as Chinese snowball viburnum, are striking shrubs that look great in any garden. Snowball trees are known for their large, globular white blooms that emerge in early spring.


Help Make a Tree Produce (Skinning Bark Method)

If you have a tree that won't produce fruit, this method might be a good solution for you. It involves skinning some bark (to make the tree 'think' that it is hurt).


A Mediterranean native, celery grows best in temperate climates with temperatures between 59 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Because celery is a long-season crop, it can be difficult to grow in some areas and works best when seeds are started indoors.


Rhododendron shrubs grow well in partial shade and mild temperatures. The plants need sufficient water, yet they also die quickly if the roots get too waterlogged.


You can easily grow two of the three species of redwood indoors from seed almost anywhere, at any time of the year as long as you have the proper materials, for around seventy dollars.


Chicory is a great winter salad vegetable that's easy to grow and that will often grow when nothing else is. Here is how to grow it.


Pecan trees are native to south central North America, and they grow best in deep, loamy soil. Their buttery nuts are baked into pies and other sweet desserts, and the wood can be used to make furniture or flooring.


Oleanders (Nerium oleander) are a species of flowering bush in the dogbane family (Apocynaceae). With a few simple steps, you can easily grow more of them.


Nutmeg is an exotic spice that comes from the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, which can add a warm, earthy flavor to any dish. While it's native to Indonesia, it's possible to grow a nutmeg tree in other areas if the climate is warm enough.


Are you aware that you can easily grow two of the three species of redwood indoors from seed almost ANYWHERE, at ANY time of the year as long as you have the proper materials?


Starry jasmine flowers have an exotic, sweet fragrance that permeates the air on warm summer evenings. They bloom all summer on either vines or shrubs, depending on the cultivar.


The forsythia shrub is a hardy, fast-growing plant that produces lovely golden or white blossoms. It is relatively easy to maintain, but thrives best on sunlight and moderate moisture.


Lucky bamboo is an easy-to-care-for houseplant that grows well in low, indirect light. This plant, which isn't really bamboo at all, but instead is a type of tropical water lily called Dracaena sanderiana, is from Africa and is said to bring good luck and good fortune to the inhabitants of any space where it is grown.


Lemon myrtle ( Backhousia citriodora ) is a beautiful native Australian tree that has lemon-scented leaves. It's an upright evergreen that spreads around 10 to 15 meters (32.8 to 49.2 ft).


The most difficult aspect of harvesting corn is timing. If you harvest the corn too late, it will lose some of its sweetness. Otherwise, though, the harvesting process is fairly straightforward.


Grow Gevuina (Chilean Hazel or Chile Nut)

Gevuina (pronounced "give-wee-nah") ( Gevuina avellana ) produces Gevuina nuts that are commonly sold in South American street markets for food. Said to be the "cold-climate" macadamia,  [1]   it's an amazing tree that produces not only highly nutritious nuts but it also has delightful flowers that attract bees and are loved by florists, bright red fruit, and a timber that is desirable.


Mistletoe or Viscum album, often used in kissing balls and other Christmas arrangements, is a parasitic plant that grows on other trees by forcing its roots through and under the bark of the host tree to obtain nutrients.


Having fresh vegetables from your garden is not only a rewarding process but a great benefit to your health. Growing corn can supplement both your physical health as well as nourish your mental well-being.


Silver Queen corn is grown from seed. You should remember as all corn, Silver Queen will require some water in the hot summer months. If you decide to save seed then always plant at least 25 stocks and take 1 ear from at least 5 to 7 plants for seed saving.


Glass gem corn is a beautiful corn often used in decoration. It is also edible. If you want to grow and harvest glass gem corn, buy seeds online or at a greenhouse.


Sweet corn is an annual crop that is incredibly rewarding to grow and harvest. Because corn is very susceptible to frosts, it’s best grown in the spring in a sunny and wind-protected area.


Cucumbers benefit from growing with a single main stem that is tied to a vertical stake, cane or string. This is known as training the cucumbers. Training cucumbers to grow where you want them to is easy and should enable you to make the most of their growth.


Ideally, corn should be grown outdoors in full sun during the summer, but if your space or conditions don't permit it or you'd like to try something different, try growing corn indoors.


Cucumbers thrive best when encouraged to grow vertically as well as horizontally. Your cucumbers cannot climb without first having something to climb up, however.


Pickling cucumbers, also known as pickled gherkins, come from the cucumis sativus plant. Traditional cucumber plants take up a lot of space in a garden, but some dwarf varieties can be grown in a smaller space or even in a pot.


Cucumbers can be tricky to grow in pots since they require a lot of vertical space. It can be done, however, if you select a variety that has less demanding height requirements and encourage its vertical growth by using a stake.


Cucumbers are nutritious and can be prepared and eaten in a variety of ways. Growing cucumbers indoors means you can have this crunchy treat available year-round.


The desert rose, or Adenium obesum, is a strong plant that prefers hot temperatures and dry soil. They do especially well in pots and containers indoors, since conditions can be more closely monitored, making them good houseplants.


Cucumbers are low-maintenance, high-yielding vegetables, once you successfully get them started in your garden. Keep reading to learn how to grow plump, delicious cucumbers in your own garden.


Ranunculus (Ranunculus asiaticus) refers to a group of several hundred plants that includes buttercups and crowfoots. Frequently sold as cut flowers and a popular garden plant, this family of plants offers brilliantly colored blooms.


Ivy is one of the most versatile and popular ground cover plants in the world. Growing ivy is a great choice for hassle-free and healthy landscaping, as it has numerous benefits: it prevents erosion, requires little maintenance or sun, can be grown on very steep hills, and can be used to climb walls and trellises.


Have you ever wanted to plant and grow your own Cannabis?. Although, because of the underground nature of cannabis cultivation, there are more methods than there are gardeners.


Cotton is a plant that has long been used to clothe people, from the times of ancient India, Egypt and China, to modern times where it is now one of the main raw materials for the textile industry.


Amazon Sword plants typically grow in the Amazon River, but now can commonly be found in farms in the southern United States. Like many other fresh plants, they can help liven up an aquarium.


Brazilian Waterweed, also known as Egeria Densa, is frequently used in aquariums by newcomers to the fishkeeping hobby. While it’s considered an invasive plant out in nature, it can make for a great addition to any hobbyist’s tank.


How to plant an evergreen hedge. Learn the basics of planting an evergreen hedge. This article uses the yew as an example of planting a hedge plant but you will find other suggestions here as well to suit your garden.


Lucky bamboo is a Dracaena species that is also commonly called ribbon plant (Dracaena sanderiana) and is a bamboo plant that is grown in water. It is native to the tropical forests in Cameroon where it grows in the detritus that accumulates beneath the trees.


Strictly speaking,  allium  is a genus of flowering bulb plants that includes various types of onions and garlic, but when spoken in gardening circles, the term usually refers to inedible members of the genus.


Tree ferns are commonly grown in gardens across New Zealand and Australia. Here is how to plant one.


As the autumn approaches and the foliage begins to change from green to vibrant orange and red, many people lament the end of the gardening season. Although most plants become dormant during the fall and winter months, there are a variety of plants that actually flower and maintain their colour throughout the autumn season.


Bell peppers take a little work to grow, but the amount of work needed to grow them indoors is not much more than the amount of work needed to grow them outdoors.


Sweet Shrub (Calycanthus floridus) goes by a number of names. You may hear it called Carolina Allspice, the Strawberry Shrub, Bubby Rose or Sweet Betsy.


Alfalfa sprouts grow quickly, sprouting in just three to five days. You can grow them in a glass jar or a small tray, and you only need 1 tablespoon of seeds to get 1 1/2 cups of sprouts.


While there are several species of walnut, most notably the black walnut and English walnut, basic planting and care instructions are all similar. Still, due to the existence of hundreds of varieties adapted to different climates and disease resistance, planting nuts from relatively nearby is recommended.


Believe it or not, artichokes are actually thistles! Don’t worry though, that doesn’t mean they aren’t delicious. They are native to the mild climates of the Mediterranean, and cannot survive extended cold temperatures.


A decorative vegetable garden is a delightful sight and one that amazes many people who don't realise that vegetables carry a beauty all of their own.


Choko (Chayote) vines are easy to grow. They are suitable for frost-free gardens. The choko should be planted in winter and you will be able to get a first crop in the following autumn.


Birdhouse gourds are really easy to grow and make fun crafts that can be turned into: birdhouses, bird feeders, drink containers, or decorations.


Fiddleheads, also known as fiddlehead greens, are the coiled fronds of young ostrich fern plants. These peculiar seedlings take their name from their resemblance to the carved scroll on the top of a fiddle.


Creating a vegetable garden is a fun and rewarding experience. Grow delicious vegetables your family likes to eat. Find the best place in your yard to plant vegetables and with a little time and care, your dinner table will overflow with healthy, ripe vegetables.


Spring is the time to both sow and harvest vegetables in your garden. You can start sowing and planting out (which moving potted plants to vegetable plots) after all danger of frost has passed.


Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable that grows well in the United States, England and other countries. It is sometimes referred to as a "pie plant," because it is especially prized for its tangy taste in rhubarb pies.


A cool-weather loving green, spinach is a fast-growing relative of beets and Swiss chard. You can plant spinach in either spring or fall, or both if you want to produce a biannual harvest!


There is nothing like  growing your own food , or at least a part of it. You'll enjoy the freshest  fruits, vegetables , and  herbs  you can get, and there's a sense of satisfaction from knowing where your food came from.


Growing vegetables at home can be an inexpensive way to supply your family with high-quality, locally-grown vegetables. Different vegetables are suited to different climates and garden types.


Gardening in the shade can have its rewards, especially if you have a preference for certain vegetables and herbs. Crops where you eat the leaves or roots do well in partial or light shade conditions.


Raised beds are a great way to grow vegetables. They are a barrier to ground based pests, offer protection to less hardy plants, enable you to control your growing environment, and really save you a lot of backache!


Some types of Eucalyptus can be grown as houseplants and others do well only in warm climates growing outside. Most eucalyptus must be grown outside in areas where freezing does not occur.


Vegetable garden boxes, also known as raised beds, can be a great way to garden. Vegetable garden boxes look neat and tidy, drain well, and make it easy to tend your plants.


Fierce lancewood is the common name for  Pseudopanax ferox . This tree has an amazing 15 year adolescence period, during which it has sword-like leaves with what appear to be sharp points.


Flowering dogwood (Cornus Florida) is a perennial tree with beautiful flowers that bloom in pink, red, and white, depending on the variety of the tree.


Dwarf balsam fir ( Abies balsamea  'Hudsonia') is a neat and pretty conifer. Its dwarf size means that it's ideal for a container as well as a small garden bed.


Crepe myrtles are small to medium trees that produce beautiful midsummer blossoms in hues of pink, red, purple, and white. Most varieties grow to be about 15 to 25 feet (5 to 8 meters) tall, with some shorter smaller varieties only reaching heights of 3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters).


Each fern variety is subject to its only special needs, but for the most part, the basic steps you need to follow when growing ferns will remain the same regardless of the exact species you choose.


If you love bananas, you'll be ecstatic to learn that you can grow banana trees yourself. While many people in subtropical climates tend to grow these trees outside in their yard, banana trees can actually thrive in a pot or container inside of your house.


For most, olive trees conjure up ideas of vast fields in the Mediterranean, coupled with a blistering sun to help ripen the fruit. Despite this, olive trees can grow in most mildly warm climates, as long as the winter temps don’t drop below freezing.


Cape plumbago ( Plumbago auriculata ) is a woody-stemmed shrub which grows prolifically and quickly. It can be grown in a garden bed or in a container, provided the latter is large and the plant is kept well trimmed.


Avocados are a delicious fruit and an ingredient in many dishes, including guacamole. Avocados are unique and come with a variety of health benefits, like lowering your cholesterol and improving your triglyceride levels.


Bougainvillea is a tropical, shrub-like vine that bursts forth with colorful flowers for 11 months of the year if it's planted in the right climate.


A crabapple tree is a flowering tree that adds lovely color to any landscape. In the fall, the tree also produces edible fruit and often offers attractive fall foliage, which gives it multi-season appeal.


Chestnut trees can grow in a range of climates and can be started from either seed or seedling. For best results, choose a variety that is blight-resistant and adapted to your climate region.


There are many varieties of birch trees: paper, gray, yellow, river and white birch. The paper birch is the white birch of North America. Its distinctive white bark was used by Native Americans to make their canoes and to make baskets, dishes and trays.


All seeds require a few basic things to grow: sunlight, a growing medium, and water. The key to making sure a seed germinates and grows into a healthy plant is to provide these elements according to the particular needs of the plant species.


The Ohia tree, commonly referred to as the Ohia Lehua, is a native to Hawaii. These trees are known to attain great height, and can grow as tall as 40-60 feet (12-18 meters).


So you've decided to start a garden? It's a lot easier than you might think! The first step is to figure out what you want to grow, then provide the right accommodations for your plants.


You don’t have to be an experienced gardener to grow luscious, vibrant green peppers. All it takes is patience, attention and a little knowledge of the right growing conditions.


Leeks are a mild, delicious part of the onion family that taste wonderful in soups and quiches or simply sauteed on their own. They grow well in all climates, though they need extra pampering in places that don't have heavy rainfall.


Growing your own apple tree is a great way to provide local fruit for your family (and neighbors) for years to come. Start by choosing a variety that will flourish where you live, so you won't be disappointed later.


Whether you live in an arid region or you’re just looking to conserve water, a low water garden is a great option. These gardens offer the added benefit of needing less maintenance (i.e. watering) than traditional landscaping.


Gourds have been used for centuries as decoration as for their usefulness as tools and utensils. Whether you want the crop for artistic purposes or you just like the colorful squash sitting in your field, growing gourds at home is easy.


Like growing in containers, growing in columns can be a great way to save space in the garden. While they aren't as good as pots for a balcony or apartment gardens, they are a great way to grow fruits and herbs in the small backyard.


Beetroot (also known by its colloquial name, "beets," or  beta vulgaris ) is a sweet, healthy vegetable loaded with antioxidants. It's actually these antioxidants, packed inside beetroot's red pigments, that contain cancer-preventing and heart-protecting properties.


Most  gardeners  have left over seeds they did not use the previous year. Here is a way to test to see if the seeds are still viable.


Flowering almonds (Prunus triloba and Prunus glandulosa) are deciduous shrubs with long, wispy, delicate-looking stems. Prunus triloba shrubs  [1]   grow well in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 7 where they can survive winter temperatures down to −40 °F (−40 °C) and  [2]   appear as larger shrubs that grow to a height of 10 to 20 feet.


Taking cuttings is a great way to grow new plants from an existing plant. Learning how to take cuttings through cuttings is quick, easy, cheap, and ensures that your new plant will be as healthy as the mother plant from which you take the cutting.


Whether you're growing vegetables, herbs or flowers, getting a good start is important to the success of your plants' growth. Germinating your seeds before planting helps to sort out the viable seeds from the nonviable ones.


Growing your own plants is a satisfying and inexpensive hobby. Propagation of plants refers to producing more plants by dividing, grafting, or taking cuttings from existing plants.


Starting seedlings for the garden or for educational purposes can be frustrating and difficult to monitor but with old toilet paper and hand towel rolls, it is cheap and easy.


Grains and grain legumes contain protein, carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins A and B. Sprouting grain, the process of germinating the seeds before eating them, increases their nutritional value by adding vitamin C, an important nutrient that helps the body absorb iron and helps keep blood vessels strong.


Seed starting is an excellent option for gardeners who want to save money and maximize their growing season. You can plant seeds inside and keep them near a window or in a green house.


Tamarillo trees (Cyphomandra betacea) can be grown in a pot if wished as they do not grow too large. This article explains what to do.


Sowing tiny seeds is a difficult job. Small seeds are hard to handle and often you can not see where you have sown. So you have to wait until plants are visible to see the results.


A seedbed is a plot of garden set aside to grow vegetables seeds, which can later be transplanted. It is the alternative to starting seeds in pots, and it is best used when you can control the temperature, soil quality and water in the bed.


The rubber tree or plant (Ficus elastica decora) is a favorite houseplant. Rubber plants have large, thick, glossy green leaves. New leaves have a rosy colored sheath.


There are few things more delicious in this world than a juicy pomegranate. The glistening insides of the fruit sparkle like so many edible rubies. If you love pomegranate, or  Punica granatum , try growing your own plant.


Sandalwood is highly valued for its aromatic scent, which is used in incense and perfume. Tropical Indian Sandalwood and temperate dryland Australian sandalwood are two varieties that are commonly grown.


This is one of the most widely distributed eucalyptus in Australia. It grows a large crown with a short, thick bole.


If you live in a climate that is favorable to mango plants, you can plant and grow your own mango tree and enjoy the sweet, vitamin-packed tropical fruit for years on end.


Grow a Pencil Tree (Euphorbia Tirucalli)

The Pencil Tree (Euphorbia tirucalli) is known by many names including stick plant, pencil cactus, milkbush, rubber euphorbia and fire sticks. This succulent shrub sprouts pencil-shaped branches and small leaves grow from the tips.


The Japanese word for cherry blossom  trees  is Sakura and is roughly translated as "Japanese flowering cherry." The flowers are referred to as cherry blossoms.


Japanese maples are beautiful to behold in a garden and growing them is reasonably straightforward. Here is how to grow your own.


The jacaranda— Jacaranda mimosifolia —is a large tree which is native to Brazil and which commonly grows throughout the southern United States, Australia, and in many other warm, humid climates.


Magnolia trees are much-loved for their beauty. The flowers they produce are fragrant, and come in a range of vibrant colours. It is little wonder that many choose to grow magnolia trees in their gardens.


The bay tree ( Laurus Nobilis ) has been treasured by people for millennia for its culinary uses, its beauty, and its representation of wisdom and victory.


Form an Espalier With Your Maiden Apple Tree

Over time gardeners have developed creative techniques using planting and other garden features to bring the best out in their gardens. Forming an espalier with a maiden tree stem is one such do-it-yourself garden technique.


Peas supply a wide variety of nutrients to your diet. Depending on the type--from sugar snap peas to dry peas to green garden peas - they provide high amounts of fiber, iron, protein, Vitamin C, lysine, tryptophan and carbohydrates.


Fragrant, ruffled sweet pea flowers add a whimsical touch to any garden. Sweet peas develop curly tendrils that allow them to climb up fences and trellises, creating a magical feel.


If you want to start your very own pumpkin patch, all you really need is a packet of seeds and plenty of space. Pumpkins are surprisingly easy to plant and grow.


Whether you drive to a  U-pick  produce farm, or raise them yourself, picking field peas can be a unique outing, the rewards of which are great on the dinner table.


Snow peas, or sugar peas grow best in cooler weather. If you live in an area with a cold winter, you can plant snow peas in early spring, as soon as you can work the soil.


Growing zucchini (or courgettes) is incredibly easy, and is the ideal vegetable to encourage kids to grow a garden. Once zucchini fruit start to set, the time isn't far from harvesting, giving young gardeners a thrill.


Grafting trees involves combining a bottom rootstock of one tree to the scion, or budding branch, of another tree to make a successful fruit tree. Apple trees are often considered the best starting place for learning to graft trees.


Yellow squash is a summer variety that produces bright-yellow, flavorful fruit all season long. It grows so quickly that you'll find yourself checking your garden every day for fresh, ripe squash.


Beans and peas are relatively easy to grow, making them a good choice for a first-time gardener or a new garden plot. These legumes also have a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, meaning they actually improve the nutrition of the soil they’re in.


If you haven't heard the story of the Great Pumpkin, it goes like this: The Great Pumpkin will rise from the garden and bring presents to all the good little children.


The name of the spaghetti squash comes from its unique flesh. When cooked, the fibers give the squash a very distinctive strands that look a lot like orange spaghetti.


It's disappointing when you've missed pumpkin season. However, this article will help you grow pumpkins indoors without using too much space.


Hubbard, Butternut, Acorn, Delicata and Spaghetti squash are some of the many varieties that show up in supermarkets in the fall. Pumpkins fall into the same category, but some are good eating while others are fibrous and/or watery.


With a little well-drained soil and a lot of sun, summer and winter squash can be a prolific part of any home garden. The squash, or cucurbita, species includes zucchini, butternut squash and pumpkins.


Winter squash is a staple vegetable because of its high nutrient content and easy storage. Acorn squash is a small, sweet variety that is rich in Vitamins A and C, as well as manganese and potassium.


Pumpkins can be made into a  sweet  or  savory  dishes, their seeds are healthy and fun to  roast , and they serve as beautiful, bright fall decorations.


Lettuce is a surprisingly easy crop to grow indoors. It has a short-term but plentiful yield and only requires minimal care: standard potting soil, a little water, and a lot of sun is all it really takes.


Are you wondering how people get those nice, thick squash plants that produce heavily? Planting squash in hills can give your squash first rate drainage, helping them to grow well.


Butternut squash is a winter vegetable that is deliciously baked, stewed or made into a warm winter soup. This squash variety is planted during spring season and harvested in the fall once its outer skin has hardened.


If you want your lettuces to last longer in the garden, here is how.


If you have ever bought a pack of romaine lettuce from the store, you probably threw away the stem at the end. However, the stems have the potential to regrow their lettuce leaves, using only water and sunlight.


Not only can you save money by growing your own produce at home, but you can know for certain if the food is organic. Organic food is chemical-free and is grown in compost-laden soil.


If you’re itching to have a garden but don’t have the yard space, growing hydroponically, or without the use of soil, is a solid alternative.  [1]   Lettuce is the easiest vegetable to grow hydroponically, so it’s a great place to start.


Are you a romaine lover, or more of an iceberg person? Regardless of the variety you choose, lettuce is a hardy crop that grows well in most regions.


Make a mini salad garden in the very item normally used to wash the salad vegetables with. If you have a spare colander or you've come across a nice one in the thrift store, you can turn it into a container for frequent harvest varieties of lettuce.


Lamb's lettuce, also known as mache in French or corn salad, is a salad vegetable that's very easy to grow. It's an excellent addition to salads and it's ready for picking four weeks from planting the seedlings.


Iceberg lettuce, a member of the crisphead variety, grows into dense, compact heads of crisp leaves. While not as flavorful as other lettuce varieties, Iceberg lettuce is the most popular and makes a mild, slightly sweet and crunchy addition to sandwiches and salads.


Many vegetables can be re-grown, but did you know that Brussels sprouts can also be regrown?


If you want to turn your head of bok choy into a new bok choy plant, you can! Whether you're a gardener or just experimenting, this article will explain how easy it is to regrow bok choy.


Cabbage is a delicious, nutritious, and versatile vegetable with dense leaves. It can be boiled, steamed, eaten raw, or even fermented to create sauerkraut.


Wasabi is widely considered to be one of the most difficult plants to grow. It requires a humid, temperate environment, takes two years to mature, and is highly susceptible to disease when grown in large quantities.


Radishes mature incredibly quickly (with some varieties taking only 3 weeks from seed to maturity), and they are very hardy. Their peppery flavor adds a kick to soups and salads, and they take up very little space in the garden.


Flowering or ornamental kale (Brassica oleracea) is edible, similar to the non-ornamental kind grown for its edible leaves, but it has been hybridized to produce colorful leaves to brighten up your garden.


Germinate Seeds Guaranteed Without Soil or Medium for Garden or Hydroponics

Starting plants from seed is hard. Right soil or medium? Right amount of water? Right nutrients? Right PH balance? Right seeds even? No way! What's more, seeds won't sprout til they think the temperature is right.


Turnips are a relatively low maintenance crop that can usually be harvested after five to ten weeks, and you can harvest both the root of the vegetable and its greens.


If you're a gardening enthusiast, you know there's nothing more thrilling than seeing the first tiny green shoots come up after you've planted seeds.


Cilantro can be a hard to grow from seed as the setting must be just right to create seed germination. Cilantro seeds can easily catch mold/fungal diseases and make any chances of sprouting impossible.


Budding is the transfer of a bud from one plant to another plant of the same species. Although the concept between various methods is the same, the precise cuts made in each serve different purposes.


Perennials are plants that live for longer than two years. Despite their relatively long-lives, perennial plants can appear lackluster after several years of growth.


Layering is a special method for propagating plants. In this process, new root growth is encouraged from a deliberate injury to the plant's stem. The root grows while it is still a part of the parent plant, and can be detached later and planted elsewhere to form a new plant.


Cross Pollinate Different Vegetables to Create Hybrids

While you generally can't cross-pollinate vegetables from different species, you can create a hybrid of vegetables from the same  botanical species.


Growing hostas can be very fulfilling to a gardener, as they are hardy, thrive in the shade, and need little fuss. When these perennials get quite large, they can over-fill their garden space.


Spider plants, also commonly known as ribbon plants, spider ivy, St. Bernard's lily or airplane plants, are perennial members of the lily family. Easy to grow as house plants, spider plants propagate themselves by shooting off baby plants, or plantlets, while the mother plant continues to grow in size.


There are many species of maple tree, and no one-size-fits all approach. Some species are easy to plant, especially the ones that disperse seeds in spring or early summer.


Thinning out, also known as pricking out, means removing seedlings from their original container and replanting in individual cells or pots to give them more growing room.


Organic seeds, or those which are untreated or grown in organic environments, have become the choice for gardeners who wish to cultivate their own organic gardens.


Succulents are beautiful, exotic houseplants. With near-perfect symmetry, what's not to like? However, like many plants, watering them can be a challenge.


If you notice that your cactus has discolored, dry, or drooping leaves or segments, there are a number of possibilities for what could be bothering it.


Cross-pollination occurs in plants that are closely related to one another. If this happens, seed collected from plants that have been cross-pollinated will either not grow true to type or may even be sterile.


Many flowers or veggie plants must be started indoors before planting out in late spring. If you're growing a balcony garden or you have limited indoor space such as a tiny apartment, it's still possible to start the seeds indoors without having your roommates sweep away your budding garden because it's taking up too much room.


As some people are learning more about their environment and the advantages of homegrown food, they may want to plant their own gardens. Learning how to buy garden seed can be the exciting and confusing part of getting your garden supplies together.


Succulents are hardy as adults but are surprisingly vulnerable as seedlings. Contrary to the impression that succulents are hardy plants, it is important to take good care of them initially so that they can mature into a strong and healthy plant.


Coppicing is an old, even ancient, woodland management technique.  [1]   It involves the cutting of certain trees to stumps, or stools, which then grow new shoots for you to harvest.


If your potted succulents are looking a bit tired and unhappy but you're lacking the time to re pot them straight away, try this quick fix to perk them up for a while longer until you can find the time to get back to them.


Dry moringa leaves or seeds are a delicious part to any meal. This article will tell you how to dry them.


Tree roots can sometimes be unsightly in our yards, causing us to want to dig up them up. Other times, they can become dangerous, such as when a tree is growing too close to a foundation of a house or is damaging underground pipes.


Pohutukawa ( Metrosideros excelsa ) is a New Zealand native associated with a southern hemisphere Christmas because it flowers in December. It's easy to grow from seed and collecting your own is very simple, as follows.


Sometimes it becomes necessary to remove old, underperforming plants in order to make way for newer, more successful ones. Older shrubs can also look unsightly, so it's best to clear them out as soon as they are past their best.


You need to chop down a tree. This is relatively straightforward to do on your own, but you will need to acquire the necessary gear and put some thought into the process.


Frangipanis, also called plumeria, are popular tropical trees that can be planted in the ground or grown in containers. The branches of these trees are covered with bright, fragrant flowers in various colors.


Planting trees near your home has many advantages, and one of the most important is to provide shade from the sun. When placed in the right spots, trees can help cool your home, which helps lower utility costs, and they can protect your home from nature's other elements, including rain and wind.


Trees can be an asset to any homeowner. If cared for correctly. trees increase the beauty and value of your property. Proper care includes pruning, mulching, watering, and fertilizing.


Mature apple trees, especially those that are overgrown, present challenges that young trees do not. These guidelines will help keep your apple trees looking fresh and producing long into old age.


The Japanese maple is prized for its varying size, color and leaf texture. Depending on the cultivar, the Japanese maple can grow in an upright position to about 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 m) in height, although in the wild, many can exceed 50 feet (15.2 m) in height.


Dwarf umbrella plants (Schefflera arboricola) are also known as dwarf umbrella trees, parasol plants, octopus trees and Schefflera. In their native Taiwan, they reach a mature height of 10 to 25 feet (3.0 to 7.6 m) but when grown as houseplants they usually top out at 3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 m).


Weeping cherry trees (Prunus subhirtella var. pendula) are ornamental trees that are planted for their spectacular show of pink or white spring flowers.


Crotons (Codiaeum variegatum var. pictum) are broadleaf evergreens that can grow up to 10 feet tall when grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 and above (meaning tha temperatures do not drop below 30 degrees F, or -1.1 degrees C).


Shallots are a type of onion that have a much milder flavor than typical onions, making them ideal for when you don’t want a strong onion for a soup or raw dish.


Onions are easy to grow, and make good additions to many dishes when chopped and cooked. However, like most plants, they do have certain conditions they prefer.


Savoring fruit picked from a tree on your own land is an accomplishment that requires research and hard work. Before buying fruit trees, you must first learn about local climate conditions and what types of fruit trees will thrive on your property, then buy healthy trees from a local nursery or garden center.


There are trees we love and then there are trees that are practical for our garden. Some trees are too big, too root intense, too needy for water or a certain soil, and trying to grow them in a garden that doesn't meet their needs can lead to lots of hassles.


Winter onions are an extremely large, hardy vegetable that can survive in cold temperatures. Typically, the majority of their growth occurs over the winter months.


Sweet onions, a dry bulb root vegetable, are often referred to by their regional names, such as Vidalia, Sweet Spanish, Bermuda, Maui Sweet and Walla Walla.