Fall Planting: Is Fall A Good Time To Plant?
Fall is a good time to plant. The pleasant weather tempts one to be outside. Moisture conditions are usually good. If spring planting is delayed by cold, wet weather, many
General Growing Tips Archives
Digging A Hole: How To Dig A $10 Hole For Planting
There is an old-timer piece of gardening advice that says “it is better to put a $1 plant in a $10 hole than a $10 plant in a $1 hole.”
Gift Plants: Tips On Selecting Orchids, Bromeliads, Palms and More
What are the best house plants to give as gifts? That is a question we get every holiday season as people attend holiday parties, visit friends, and want to bring…
How To Reduce Cannabis Transplant Shock
Like most other plants, transplanting is critical to the healthy growth of a cannabis plant. But, for most gardeners, this is also the trickiest part of growing cannabis, or any
What Is A Strawberry Jar and How Do You Plant One?
What Is A Strawberry Jar? Strawberry Jars are earthenware containers shaped somewhat like a barrel. They are open at the top, have a drainage hole at the bottom, and contain
Over-Watering Plants: Don’t Drown Your Plants With Too Much Water
All living things need both water and air to survive and thrive. For this reason, your plants must be able to breathe both above and below the soil level. Over-watering plants
20 Toxic And Poisonous Plants For Cats
Cats are naturally inquisitive, and that is not always a safe trait. Hence the saying “Curiosity killed the cat!” Felines enjoy climbing, exploring and chewing on things, so if you
11 Top Gardening Myths You May Think Are True… But!
Just as with any other hobby when you take up gardening, everyone will give you their very best advice. Even so, it’s important to understand that not all of the
How To Build An Indoor Grow Lights System
Have you ever considered an indoor grow lights system for growing plants indoors? Did you think an indoor lighting system was only for the pros? Usually, to start indoor gardening
Grow Tent Buying Tips: Read This Before You Buy
A grow tent is a fabric box lined with light and heat reflective material and equipped with light and ventilation. This ingenious device makes it possible to grow all kinds
Growing Plants Indoors With Artificial Light For Plants
Have you ever considered growing plants under artificial lights? Growing plants indoors with artificial light all the way to maturity is possible! Whether such a cultural method is worthwhile is
Peat Pots And Alternatives: Everything You Need To Know To Grow
Jiffy peat pots have been a handy standby for gardeners for many, many decades. What is a peat pot? They are biodegradable planting pots made from peat moss that has
Lime Loving Plants… Do You Know Them?
Let me share with you my first experience with – lime loving plants – and the magic which can be performed by the addition of lime to the soil. This
How To Stop Plant Containers From Staining Decks
Container gardening can be a great way to grow plants by themselves or in tiny groupings. Plant containers make it easy for them to be moved around to different locations
How To Make Biodegradable Newspaper Pots
Starting seeds and cuttings is a great way to “grow” your plants or plant collection with minimal expense. One way to reduce transplant shock is to start plants in peat
Understanding the Effects of Light on Plant Growth
Summary: Plant light has 3 dimensions or qualities. Understanding these lighting dimensions, the type of plants grown and how all these factors work together can help you enjoy your plants