Growing Plants

Epsom salt is most commonly used on pepper, tomato and rose plants. This is because epsom salt is made from magnesium. Many pepper plants are planted in soil that is deficient in magnesium. The...

There are many varieties of lavender, some of which are hardier than others, but for the most part, all lavender plants require very little maintenance in order to thrive. If a lavender plant...

According to Plantation House, a tobacco farm in Surrey, England, a garden measuring 4 feet by 27 feet (one meter by eight meters) can produce enough tobacco for more than 5,000 cigarettes. For a...

Bamboo adds an undeniable level of grace to any area. Originally native of China, these plants are incredibly easy to maintain. They grow quickly, getting as high as 20 feet in one season....

The practices of feng shui are over 3000 years old. These practices are today followed by many around the world who have found immense benefits with the use of these practices. Plants are used as...

Once tobacco plants are established, they require some basic care and maintenance in order to grow strong and produce the most useful tobacco. According to Plantation House, a tobacco farm in...

Cuttings need to have an almost constant source of water, according to Fred Winston at Chez Bloom, a flower shop in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Winston gives suggestions about how to make your own...

The evening primrose (Oenothera) is also known as Desert Evening Primrose and Sundrops. The plant produces tall spike stems that reach a height of 8 to 24 inches and width of 15 inches. The flower...

Gardeners have long used epsom salts as a way to add magnesium to the soil around trees and shrubs. Magnesium is an important secondary nutrient essential to plant growth along with the primary...

The purpose of your greenhouse will be dictated by what you grow. Having fresh fruit and vegetables throughout the year and knowing what was used to grow your edible plants is a worthwhile...

The Hawaii State flower, the yellow hibiscus (also called Ma'o Hau Hele, or Hibiscus brackenridgei) and the Noni (Morinda citrifolia) are two of the best-known of the many hundreds of plants...

Whether you are starting seedlings indoors or need an additional light source for your houseplants, fluorescent light bulbs provide the needed types of light rays for healthy plant growth....

Despite an rumor circulating on the Internet that microwaved water kills plants, there's no evidence that microwaved water has any negative effects. The rumor started with a supposed experiment...

Pogostemon patchouli plants are native to the Philippines and Indonesia, but are now also grown throughout tropical Asia and in Brazil. Patchouli is harvested for its essential oil. Patchouli oil...

All plants require consistent watering, but all water is not created equal when it comes to plants. Some tap waters contain additional chemicals, like chlorine or water softeners, that can harm...

Growing plants inside can be a rewarding experience. Bringing the outdoors in adds a fresh feeling to any living space. If you have flowering plans inside they can be especially beautiful. If your...

Tea plants originated in the Himalayan mountains and in parts of China. The plants are tropical in nature and variously prefer high altitudes and lowland subtropical climates. In all, 45 countries...

Exotic Angel Plants are a brand of indoor tropical plants cultivated by Hermann Engelmann Greenhouses. Identified by their bright red angel tags, these houseplants are in stores across the U.S....

Fortune plants are thought to bring good luck to the area where they are located, be it in a home bedroom or in an office. The lucky plant can make a room feel more cheerful, regardless of whether...

I love Jalapeño’s if it’s for Pico or if I just want to cut some up for me eggs, but I never thought about growing some due to the face I like in a townhome and don’t have much room. I was...

Fluorescent lighting can be used to grow a variety of plants indoors when the weather outside is not ideal for growing. They can provide the same quality light as natural light for photosynthesis...

Approximately 290 species of Vrieseas exist, and they have grown popular due to their easy care and adaptability to cultivation. Vrieseas are medium-sized plants native to rainforests and have...

If the weather or temperature is not ideal outside for growing your plants, grow them indoors. Plants need the proper environment to grow in, and proper lighting is just one of the aspects of a...

Sodium bicarbonate is more commonly known as baking soda. It has been used for many different purposes, including for its benefits to plants. Baking soda is used to keep mold from growing on...

Maiden grass is a popular addition to any garden landscape because of its low maintenance. This deciduous plant is best planted in the fall, and grows up to 5 feet tall and needs full sun to...

Hoya plants are tropical plants from eastern Asia and Australia. They form large vines with thick, dark green leaves. They are popular because of their ability to adapt to almost any environment....

Plants need three things to survive: air, water and soil. With these three ingredients, plants can go through a process called photosynthesis. During this process, sugar is made to feed the plant....

A study at the University of Colorado has shown that plants that are watered with sparkling water actually grow faster and healthier than plants that are watered with regular tap water. Carbonated...

After investing both time and money in the perfect flowers and plants the last thing any gardener wants is to discover that their hard work is being destroyed by pesky little creatures. Hosta...

Water is necessary for plants to go through photosynthesis. Without the water, plants cannot make their own food. If your area begins to experience a drought and you are ordered to conserve water,...

Honey has many of the same nutrients in it that sugar does, if not more, and is used to bring dying plants back from the dead. Honey also brings pollinating insects like bees to the plants to help...

The ginger plant has a spicy and edible root commonly used in cooking. Some societies use the root of the ginger plant to treat illnesses, such as nausea. These plants grow to a height of 2 to 4...

Aloe vera plants are very easy to take care of as long as you are careful not to overwater them, which could cause the bottom leaves to rot. Because the plants are over 95 percent water, you only...

All plants go through a process called photosynthesis. Photosynthesis takes the light, water, and nutrients from the soil to create sugar to be used as the plants food source. Results of many...

Hostas are common plants in home landscaping that grow in circular clumps with large bushy leaves and can reach several feet in diameter. If you want to increase the number of hosta plants in your...

There are many varieties of purslane plants, from moss rose and pig weed to wild purslane. All are succulents and are now known to contain very high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids, beta-carotene...

Black scales are a form of insect that attach themselves to tropical plants and feed on the sap from the plant, usually for their entire life cycle if they are not removed. Scales do not look like...

Plants are decorative and helpful additions to an ornamental koi fish pond. There are many kinds of plants for a koi pond, which are an important part of the pond's ecosystem.

Boxwood plants are evergreen shrubs or small trees commonly grown as hedges, borders and privacy screens in many different landscapes due to their high-density foliage. They require only minimal...

The yellow, sometimes called golden, shrimp plant is a small shrub native to the West Indies and Mexico, but capable of growing in all of the United States (even in colder climates if kept...

Catnip, or Nepeta cataria, is a perennial herb in the mint family native to North America. The plant gives off an aromatic scent, which will cause what is known as the "catnip response" in most...

Houseplants give a lot and ask for very little in return. They help clean the air, provide beauty and even improve your health and productivity. Dr. Virginia Lohr of Washington State University...

Catnip, Nepeta Cataria, is a member of the mint family. It is a perennial herb that grows in North America and Europe. Catnip is an aromatic plant and can be grown indoors and outdoors. It blooms...

Poinsettia are plants that are popular around the winter holidays. But figuring out what to do with poinsettia plants after the holidays when the blooms have disappeared puzzles many people. ...

Gardeners have been planting by the phases of the moon for centuries. Along with the moon's gravitational control of ocean tides, it has an effect on the groundwater tables and the moisture in the...

The jade plant is a common houseplant that can occasionally bloom. These plants can be finicky, but given the proper conditions the jade plant can make an excellent household plant.

Growing Stevia plants can provide an edible herb that works well in almost any dish that calls for sugar. Learn how to grow Stevia in your garden with tips from a third-generation flower grower in...

To grow sunflowers, all you need to do is make sure they receive sun and get some warm temperatures. Make a sunflower garden with the assistance of a third-generation flower grower in this free...

After growing Physalis, this Chinese Lantern plant can be one of the funnest plants that you can have in your garden. Grow this fun plant in your garden with help from a third-generation flower...