Towering leafy plants are all the rage at the moment. And it appears the center of this movement, taking over from the popular fiddle leaf fig, is the bird of paradise. Bird of paradise plants are typically grown indoors due…
Are you interested in growing your own vegetables but don’t have a large backyard or garden? Growing vegetables in pots is a fantastic option for anyone with limited space (or even no backyard space at all). Many vegetables are perfectly…
Wondering what herbs can be planted together? Companion planting is a common concern among gardeners, especially in herb gardens. While this usually refers to which plants aid each other in growth, good companions also prefer the same growing conditions and…
Gardening is constantly evolving, shaped by developments within the industry and trends from other industries. While some garden trends stick around for several years, such as growing food and sustainable gardening practices, others constantly change, like color favorites or trending…
Bananas are incredibly versatile fruits and popular snacks around the world. With large leaves that add a touch of the tropics to any backyard, they are also great for growing in the garden. Banana trees (which are not technically trees,…
Once you’ve successfully grown one banana tree, you’ll likely want a few more of them. That’s where propagating comes in. Here is how to propagate banana trees! Banana trees can be propagated in several ways, but for home gardeners, the…
Pumpkins are incredibly rewarding plants to grow in your edible garden, and so it’s common to wonder how many pumpkins per plant to expect at harvest time. Whether you’re growing mini varieties for your fall décor or giant pumpkins to…
Summer days are incomplete without the flavor of a juicy watermelon. Unfortunately, these fruits can be pricey, unless you consider growing them in your own garden. Watermelons are warm-season fruits that are typically planted in late spring or early summer.…
Wondering why calcium is important for tomatoes? This nutrient is key for this plant! Calcium is a secondary nutrient. It is needed in smaller amounts than the macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium), but that doesn’t mean it is any less…
Avocado fruits have become essential in the kitchen in recent years. Featuring recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, they are wonderfully versatile ingredients to play with. Unfortunately, they are also quite expensive. Rather than spending the money to buy them,…
Avocado trees are wonderful additions to any backyard, producing delicious fruits consistently with little effort. Although they are not difficult trees to grow, avocados do benefit from regular pruning to control their growth and improve fruiting. Avocados are best pruned…
Wondering how to fertilize an avocado tree? It takes a lot of work for avocado trees to produce the delicious fruits we grow them for. To be successful, these trees require a range of macro and micronutrients for all-around health.…