Gardening Basics

Once believed to be a delicacy reserved for special occasions, asparagus has become as commonly grown throughout Australia as peas and carrots. Exports of Australian asparagus are sold in...

As the popularity of indoor and specialty gardens grows and use of the internet to purchase hard-to-find plants increases, shipping has become a popular method of delivery. It is possible to ship...

Mini pine trees are most closely associated with the Christmas season, but there is absolutely no reason why you can't enjoy and grow miniature pines all year round. It's no harder to care for...

The fig tree is more commonly known as the fig bush, since it rarely develops into the recognizable shape of a tree. If you have a fig bush or if you would like to have one and you know someone...

If you love eating apples but don't like spending your money at the local grocery store or farmer's market to purchase them, you should consider growing your own apple trees. All you need to do is...

While many people understand the benefits of peat moss, nitrogen and other soil additives, very few people know that charcoal is an excellent medium for encouraging plant growth. Horticultural...

Softwood cuttings are taken when a woody plant is just starting to harden and mature. They usually involve a mix of new growth and older, more mature growth from the same growing season. If you...

Though not the source of actual licorice (or even white licorice tea) the white licorice plant is a sweet treat for any garden. Its lush silver leaves are covered in a soft fur with a pale gray...

If you have taken cuttings from a silver maple, you will need to root them and then transplant them to a larger container to give them enough space to grow. Root cuttings are very sensitive and...

Lush, green grapevines are a gorgeous addition to any landscape, whether you intend to grow edible grapes or not. They are very easy to plant and maintain--in fact, the hardest part about...

The coconut palm tree is a beautiful addition to a park, a backyard or other type of grounds. The trees grow well in tropical or semi-tropical climates where there is a lot of sunshine and rain....

If you are surrounded by hanging pots of trailing vines and flowers, spring is in the air no matter what time of year it is. It's not hard to hang a flower pot--most of them come with holes...

It comes as a surprise to many when they learn about the positive effects charcoal has on plant life. Charcoal is a porous substance that, when used in horticulture, provides a source of carbon to...

Ground covers are an excellent solution for areas of little or no sunlight where many grasses won't grow. They are so easy to grow that even novice gardeners can root, start and grow them...

Dwarf pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a small tree (2 feet high) that bears bright orange and reddish trumpet-shaped flowers. The dwarf species, which has dark green leaves, is native to the...

After spending a summer meticulously caring for your tender plants, the last thing you want is to see them suffer under the harsh conditions of winter. Potting plants and bringing them indoors...

Willows are incredibly easy plants to propagate. With a few simple supplies, a single long willow limb can become several new plants in as little as a growing season. Willows can be trained into...

Repotting a house plant provides additional room for its roots to expand in fresh soil; ultimately fortifying the plant's good health and caring for its longevity. The act itself is simple and...

Strawberry pots are urn-shaped containers that have pockets along the sides in which to tuck small plants. They make unique container gardens and take up very little space. Their charm and...

Jasmine climbing vines are easy to start from a cutting. With a little tender, loving, care when starting, you can grown cuttings over winter and plant in the spring and see remarkable results.

Mosaics are composite pieces of cut glass, marble and other materials collectively called "tesserae" that are incorporated in decorative art, murals and religious artifacts. The earliest mosaics...

Propagating a new plant from cuttings is a gentle exercise in patience, but the reward of seeing those healthy green shoots is worth the wait. You can use potting soil to root plants, but when you...

Expand your tomato garden quickly and easily by propagating the plants you already have. All you need are healthy tomato plants and a few basic gardening supplies.

Peach seeds should usually be planted just before winter outside, where they undergo a natural cold-weather treatment called stratification, which helps increase their odds of germinating. If you...

Forest plants are a great way to add some wildness to your garden as well as some local color. Every plant in a forest serves its own purpose in the local ecology. Whether you collect one...

Believe it or not, a garden pot goes through a lot during a growing season. Wind, water, temperature fluctuations and sun exposure really takes a toll on the clay that a pot is made of. The pot...

Almost all plants---including houseplants, annual and perennial flowers and small shrub and trees---can be grown in pots. The key is to choose the right pots and the right location so the plants...

Growing plants from their seeds is easy, and orange pips are among the simplest to grow. If you live in an area warm enough for the orange trees to grow outside, you might one day be rewarded with...

How to grow pineapple tomatoes in pots.

Gardening inside is pretty easy, the most important thing is consistency. The start-up cost can be high if you pick fancy pots, but the plant is not going to care about looks, just the size of the...

Coleus are one of the easiest plants to propagate from cuttings. I prefer to root mine in water, but they can also be rooted in soil. For this article I will be focusing on rooting them in...

Planting a beautiful outdoor garden is possible for anyone, even a beginner who has never gardened before. Here are some tips that will help guarantee garden success even if you've never touched a...

Yes, potting and repotting is easy but here are a few tips that might help you.

It's not only possible, but relatively easy, to grow and root your own apple trees from seed. Because modern apple trees are hybrids, however, you cannot be sure that the seed you plant will...

Gardening in a greenhouse can add months to the beginning and end of your growing season. Even beginners can be successful at greenhouse gardening. Whether gardening through the winter, or...

Transplanting a large indoor plant is as easy as lifting it up for the base of the stem and pulling gently. You should pull from the center and wait until the soil is dry for an easier...

Potting a plant is important when moving the plant from a hyphronic state to potting soil.

Living in San Diego, it is easy to come across a yard with Bamboo and other natural grasses growing in a carefree and natural setting. There are approximately over 1600 species of bamboo and they...

An interesting way to display your succulents is to plant them in a strawberry pot. To make watering easier, place a piece of pvc pipe with holes in it down the center of the pot. When it’s time...

Often linked with Ireland, the shamrock plant is actually native to South America. It features not only leaves that grow in groups of three, but also small white flowers. It's not widely known,...

Container gardening is an art. It can be a bright accent to your existing landscape and can highlight the architecture of your home. Keeping a few simple things in mind will make your container...

In my house we eat lettuce almost every day. Buying lettuce every day is expensive and time consuming. When you grow it yourself, it tastes so much better than store bought. Last year, I decided...

Water plants function as an important component in a backyard pond. Greenery in the water helps provide shelter for fish from predators and the sun as well as helping control the temperature of...

Ceanothus is a drought-hearty, flowering shrub that grows in a variety of forms. A woody plant with small, shiny, green leaves and white or blue, bottle brush-type flowers, ceanothus is a superb...

Sunflowers are beautiful plants that can brighten up any house. There are more than 50 species of sunflowers, some of which can survive in the harsh climate of dry deserts. These species are...

Large potted plants add a measure of elegance and warmth to the inside of a home and a dramatic focal point to your porch and patio. Potting a large pot requires some thought to the proper place...

Those lovely little evening primroses-- such a brilliant yellow and so cheerful looking! That’s a really nice little patch over there. And over there, and over there… Let’s face it, some gorgeous,...

Grow strawberries in a pot year round for fresh, yummy summer fruit. Even on the coldest of winter days you can enjoy your favorite strawberry snacks and desserts without having to pay the...

When you visit your local garden center, the plants are all in small containers filled with soil. You can then slide the plants out, root ball and soil together, and plant them directly into your...

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