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When I think about making America green again, I dream of filling in all those stark areas of unnaturally dyed mulch. I fantasize about less lawn, too. But what my eco-tinted goggles really see is a decrease in the commonly planted ground covers like English ivy, Pachysandra and periwinkle. For although these ground-huggers are undeniably … Read more
You can get seed potatoes from your local nursery. Seed potatoes are basically shriveled up potatoes with the little eyes on them. Theyre starting to sprout, so theyre no longer for eating. Youll cut your seed potatoes into little pieces so that you have one eye per piece. Dig holes that are about 4 to … Read more
Honestly, Calathea is quite an actress. Many people are very frightened about the Calatheans. The family Marantaceae includes more than 600 species, including Calatheas gangs. Calatheas are indigenous to Brazil and use their leaves for food shipping and basket making for textile production. Nobody knows about the Calatheas different varieties, some suggest 40 different types. … Read more
Coffee grounds dramatically change the soils pH, which may upset plants that prefer less acidic growing conditions. Anyone who has ever tried their hand at composting likely knows just how popular tossing spent coffee grounds in the pile can be. Not only can coffee grounds add some of those much-needed “browns” to your compost, but … Read more
Im a believer in self-watering pots in general. I mean, if I was a plant, Id want to grab water when I need it and not rely solely on my plant parent to notice me! Ummm, hellooo – over here!! I knew African violets would love helping themselves, but I wanted to make sure I … Read more
Are you looking for an easy and eco-friendly way to enhance your garden beds? Look no further than your lawn clippings! Yes, those grass trimmings you often discard can be a valuable resource for your garden. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the benefits of using grass clippings in garden beds and provide you with … Read more
Onions are a versatile crop, coming in a range of colours for different uses in the kitchen. Onions are a staple in a huge variety of dishes, from hot curries to soups, salads and tarts. All onion varieties are easy to grow and they store well, too, so you can enjoy home-grown onions all year … Read more
Planting ground cover on a steep slope can be challenging, but with the right plants and proper preparation, you can create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape. Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread to form a dense, weed-suppressing carpet over the soil. On slopes, they help prevent erosion while eliminating the need to mow turf grass. … Read more
Are you looking for a low-maintenance, on-trend houseplant? You cant go wrong with a type of Monstera. The fenestrated foliage (leaves with holes) that develop in mature plants is why most houseplant enthusiasts covet them. There is one feature of monstera deliciosa plants that can turn their look from beautiful to bedraggled, and thats their … Read more
I’m always eager to get into the garden once signs of spring start to emerge – but there are a number of reasons to start certain seeds indoors beforehand. You may want to grow crops that need to be started indoors before they can safely be planted out in your garden in your growing zone. … Read more