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Chrysanthemums, also known as mums or chrysanths, are beautiful bright florals that are easy to grow and maintain. They are popular garden flowers, but they also often feature in bouquets or as houseplants. There are so many varieties of mums to choose from – in an array of different shapes and colours (pink, red, orange, … Read more
Hyacinths are spring-blooming perennials that are native to the eastern Mediterranean area. Modern varieties of hyacinths are developed mostly from Holland. Hyacinths may be small, but they are available in many colours and they provide tremendous fragrance. Hyacinths can be grown indoors and outdoors following proper preparation and care. Hyacinths are a perfect choice for … Read more
Snake plants are a popular choice as a houseplant as they are fairly hardy and easy to take care of. But, as with any plant, the snake plant can have its problems. I grew up with snake plants being all over the house, so this is one plant I knew the name of, and how … Read more
Given this herb’s common use, having cilantro (also known as coriander) in your kitchen garden is a great idea as you can pick it fresh and add it to your recipes as you go. I would actually recommend that all new gardeners start with herbs as it’s super rewarding to grow your own produce, and … Read more
Depending on the species, certain Aloe Vera plants will naturally grow sideways toward the bottom. This is how they develop naturally. Indoor plants gravitate toward sunshine in order to perform photosynthesis. So if your Aloe Plant is growing horizontally, this may be why! Other explanations may exist, but this is the most typical. Let’s take … Read more
Okay, so I know I’ve talked about Aloe Vera quite a bit by this point, but it’s such a useful, and cool-looking, plant to grow at home. If you’ve bought a very young Aloe Vera, you’re probably keen to understand how long it will take to grow into a mature plant (so you can harvest … Read more
While it is true that cucumbers store a lot of water, they can be overwatered quite easily. A general answer to how much water do cucumbers need is about an inch of water per day. However, this quantity depends on a lot of factors. If you live in a hot, humid climate, overwatering may not … Read more
Cabbages are one of the easiest crops to grow – you can grow them in the ground or in containers. The best part is you can get a cabbage harvest all year round. Cabbages can survive almost all kinds of conditions except for harsh frost, which makes them an excellent crop for your garden. While … Read more
Do you like eating cabbage and want to grow it yourself but don’t have outdoor space? Then my latest article is for you! Owing to their small size, cabbages can be grown just as well in containers as they can in the ground, making them perfect for gardeners with limited space. Actually, whether you have … Read more
Many people will grow Aloe Vera because its great for decorative purposes and they like the look of this succulent plant, but others choose to grow aloe for its healing properties. It’s a popular choice as a houseplant as it is relatively easy to grow and fuss-free! However, in order to use Aloe for skin … Read more