Pin27K Share3K Tweet44 Observing exactly how some vegetables magically grow back from scraps is a fascinatingplant science projectyou can do at residence with the kids even if you do not have a yard! The kids and also I are enjoying a few items regrow (or not, in one case) in our little window greenhouse. I…
Several of us can garden all year outdoors, yet others who have cold winter weather might wish to look for methods to bring the yard inside. While there are a lot ofimaginative suggestions for indoor edible horticulture, I like the suggestion of developing a garden plot inside such as an interior yard rack full of…
I had a basil surprise in 2015. My objective was to grow enough basil to fuel mypestoaddiction, but my plants weren’t producing virtually as long as I desired. I attempted sprinkling them much more, relocating them to a different area, growing various selections– you call it, I attempted it. Turns out, the small \”harvests\” I…
12 – HTM planter beds for passive heat storage as well as affixed greenhouse satisfaction Planter beds and attached greenhouses are the heart of any kind of HTM passive solar house strategy. Together with eco-friendly, growing plants there come advantages both practical and spiritual. Sloped glass provides an HTM its unique look, but vertical glass…
Plant food is a product that contains nutrients used by plants for growth. These include the Nitrogen-Phosphorous-Potassium (NPK) macronutrients normally used in fertilizers along with some other micronutrients that plants like. It comes in bottles, often labelled as food for certain types of plants, e.g. “rose food”. This doesn’t mean it only works with roses….
Hanging planters are one of the cleverest methods of making use of vertical space on a balcony or outside wall. This is especially relevant when your home is small. When you pair hanging baskets or pots with the right plants, it provides a very intriguing but relaxed look. Hanging Planters Indoors Hanging baskets are generally…
An indoor organic garden is a garden where you don’t use synthetic products such as pesticides and fertilisers, but rather opt for natural alternatives. It’s a good way to enjoy the full health benefits of gardening and to stear clear of the harmful effects of chemicals. The main benefit of orgnic gardening is that you’re…
Indoor garden kits are the quickest way to get started with an indoor garden, because they contain everything you need — a container, potting soil and even seeds. You can find such indoor garden kits at garden stores and even supermarkets. Choose one that is interesting for you — for example, an indoor herb garden…
You may not think there’s much to indoor garden design, but you’d be wrong. It fits in tightly with interior design and there are a couple of simple but very effective rules you can follow to make sure your plants are displayed in the best possible way. Placing Your Plants Different plants serve different purposes…
Growing garden moss indoors adds a very attractive element to your decorative indoor gardens. It’s relatively easy to grow and fairly low maintenance. A container for planting moss should be wide and narrow. Moss has a super shallow root system so doesn’t require much soil. Place some stones at the bottom of the container so…
If you’re looking for a source of endless conversation, these unusual house plants are sure to fit the bill. I’ve selected some very interesting ones to introduce to you. Unusual Behaviour Carnivorous Plants Carnivorous plants such are unique in that they derive some of their nutrients from capturing and consuming animals. The Venus flytrap is…
An indoor water garden is a garden that is grown in water, kind of like planting in a fish tank. They’re very easy to look after, needing only regular water changes. All you need to make a water garden is a nice, clear glass container. Apothecary jars and attractive vases or aquariums are good choices….
With chemical removal rated at 9 out of 10 and transpiration rate at 9 out of 10, the Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is the top air cleaning plant on the list. Here’s the one I got from Garden World, all transplanted in its nice new pot. The Boston fern isn’t from Boston and quite honestly…
A terrarium is an enclosed space that hosts its own ecosystem. Very similar to a mini greenhouse. The ecosystem consists of plants or mosses and can even include animals like frogs and geckos. There’s no need to go and buy a ready-made product. Building a terrarium is fun and easy, the design limited only by…
Once there was a silly old ant. Thought he could move a rubber tree plant. Everyone knows an ant. Can’t. Move a rubber tree plant. For some reason, every time I look at my Ficus robusta, #9 on our air cleaning plants list, this song pops into my head. Now technically a “rubber tree plant” is…
LED grow lights can be used to provide artificial light to your plants. You’d most likely want to do this to grow veggies or herbs in places where there would otherwise be insufficient light, such as a garage or outside room. Or in seasons that would otherwise not provide sufficient light. Using grow lights gives…