Growing Plants

The clivia is a plant native to South Africa and produces both upright and pendulous orange and yellow florets. Depending on the type of clivia seedling you grow, the plant will bloom in either...

Cutting is an quick and inexpensive way to propagate plants. It is an effective way to clone a plant so that you end up with a plant that is exactly like its parent plant. Leaf cuttings may be...

One of many sword ferns, the Boston Fern is a prized plant native to the American tropics. Its characteristic frilly green arms and graceful, bushy health delights guests entering any home or...

The akparata tree, better known as the "akee apple," is the national fruit of Jamaica. The tree produces fleshy, oval leaves and four-lobed red fruit. The fruit should never be eaten before it is...

Most people know the Aloe vera as a plant with leaves that contain a medicinal gel which can help heal burns. There are actually over 250 varieties of aloe, most of which are native to Africa....

The Easter cactus is a beautiful flowering plant that is in the same family as the popular Christmas cactus. They are harder to find as the plant can take 12 months to develop and produce blossoms...

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...

Aloe plants comprise several hundred species, and are hardy and easy to keep as houseplants. You can start aloe plants from seed, from offshoots, or by dividing adult plants. Aloes like full,...

Chlorophytum, or spider plant, is an easy-to-grow decorative houseplant. Originating in South Africa, it can be kept in a hanging pot and is capable of handling low moisture climates. It's a quick...

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....

If you have a favorite flowering dogwood tree you can with little effort produce an almost identical "clone" of the tree by taking cuttings and using simple methods of propagation Propagation...

To grow a lemon tree in a pot without making a mess requires a little preparation. Discover the best way to grow a lemon tree in a pot with tips from a third-generation flower grower in this free...

A Venus Flytrap is a fascinating plant. Both children and adults are entertained by watching it snap shut on its unexpected prey. While the plant may seem scary, it is completely safe to humans...

Bonsai is an ancient Asian art form that has gradually worked its way to the West. Part of the bonsai's mystique is the ability to keep the trees small, yet sculpt them to look large, weathered...

Native to tropical areas including Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, the kratom plant can be used decoratively or medicinally. The seeds can be hard to come by, however, and the plant difficult to...

The need to repot a plant is a sign that it's healthy and growing. Signs that your plant is ready for a bigger pot are wilting shortly after being watered and roots beginning to grow out from the...

When I received a lime plant for my 21st birthday, I never believed that I could grow a lime tree, in a pot, in a Pennsylvania dorm room. Three years later I now have more limes than I know what...

Avocados, who doesn't love them! Every time I cut an advocado open I see this beautiful seed and think what a waste to throw something so beautiful away. So, I tried planting them. Most of the...

Vermiculite is a mineral that is can be mixed into soil to help keep soil loose and moist. Vermiculite can be used on potted plants or those in the ground. It increase the chances for a plant to...

Ficus elastica "Sylvie" is more recognized by its more common name--the rubber plant. This variety of the rubber plant is known for the striking contrast of colors on its leaves, in shades of...

The jade plant is an ornamental succulent that has been cultivated as a houseplant in the U.S. for about 100 years. The stems are thick, and the fleshy leaves are oval or round and bluish gray,...

Tropical plants are native to warm, tropical areas. In the northern hemisphere (especially in North America), tropical plants are often kept as houseplants. Popular tropical plants include the...

Making your own drip water system is definitely beneficial if you live in the South. The sun can be harsh on newly planted saplings, shrubs and plants and ensuring they get sufficient water is...

Transplanting potted plants is enjoyable for a gardener and healthy for a plant. Most potted plants are moved from their pots into the outside soil during the spring to give them the best chance...

Spider plants are nice to have around the house particularly because they're don't die very easily. House plants are a great hobby to have and a perfect for decoration as well. Planting a spider...

Watching a tree grow from the seed is a magical, exciting and lengthy process. Learning how to plant orange seeds will take you on an adventure into the gardening world. While this task is not...

Growing your own Salvia divinorum has endless benefits, but I won't go into that. If you're already hip to the jive, then here's the skinny on how to grow your own Salvia divinorum plant.

Braided hibiscus trees are tropical beauties that look great on the patio, in the yard or in your home. They are hardy plants that will live on with minimal care and attention. However, being a...

Curly or lucky bamboo is a native of Asia and is a type of water lily, Dracaena Sanderiana. Curly bamboo is harvested from wetlands in winter. The canes are cut above a growth ring. The top is...

Planting Variegated Ivy in a pot one size larger than its container will help you in growing and caring for Ivy with variegated leaves. Learn how to grow Variegated Ivy in this free video on...

The first step in planting native Salvia is removing it from the pot. Learn how to safely remove Salvia without damaging roots in this free gardening video about the Salvia plant.

Anyone can grow avocado houseplants from seed. All you need to start germinating your houseplant "farm" is an avocado pit, a small container, water and a windowsill. No need to stab the...

The Hibiscus is grown as a beautiful landscape shrub with gorgeous, showy flowers. Interestingly, due to its natural beauty, Hibiscus flowers are traditionally warn by Hawaiian women with a single...

Have a few lush, lovely houseplants? Why not turn them into five...or enough to turn your house into an indoor oasis! You can even give 'em to friends as homegrown gifts. Find all the how-tos...

Grow orchids in a pot by recreating the natural environment using bark as a base and allowing the plant to dry out between watering. Give potted orchids good drainage opportunities to avoid rot...

Many people would like to experience the beauty and fragrance of the tropical Plumeria tree in their own home. This article will show you how to properly plant a Plumeria cutting that will produce...

Don't throw away a wilted peace lily. As long as there is some green, it can be saved.

With these instructions you will be able to grow your own pineapple plant from the pineapple you purchased at the grocery store. This is a simple process and usually begins growing in days and...

Bamboo plants can make a beautiful decoration when displayed in pots both inside and outside of the home. They come in a variety of sizes and can accent your home no matter how large or small it...

Learn how to choose a pot or planter for a house plant in this free online gardening video.

The lovely little blossoms of the verbena plant add color to hanging pots, rock gardens, window boxes and along borders and sidewalks. However, unless you live in a warm climate, verbena won't...

Succulents are unusual and interesting plants. They come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors and they all store water in their wide leaves. Knowing how to take care of them as house...

The peace lily, whose botanical name is Spathiphyllum, is one of the most popular houseplants. It is a very tolerant plant that does well in low light surroundings without constant watering....

The basic steps to caring for your houseplants are included here. Plants grown inside your home have different needs and characteristics than those grown outside. Growing healthy plants indoors is...

Begonias are beautiful flowering plants but they do require some care and they can be fussy about the kind of care they receive. Learning the secrets of proper begonia care can provide you with...

Indoor plants need special attention to grow and thrive, particularly with watering. You want to be careful when you place an indoor plant in a pot to ensure that there will be proper water...

You've been growing your Venus flytraps for a while, and want to move them into a different pot, but you don't want to stress out these interesting plants. Luckily, transplanting Venus flytraps is...

Bonsai trees are beautiful little trees that you can care for and grow. However, bonsai trees are not like other plants and they need special instructions. Here are a few steps to get you started...

How to Grow a Snake Plant also known as a Mother in Law Tongue is easy. In this article you will learn the easiest way to grow this plant.

The carnivorous Sundew plant (Drosera) grows in most continents. To date, over 160 species exist. Some species thrive in bogs and swamps, while others tolerate mountainous regions and colder...