Plants, Flowers & Herbs

Like most citrus trees, it is very easy to grow a Meyer lemon tree in a container. The Meyer lemon is commonly known as the Valley lemon in Texas, due to the fact that it is the most common...

You can preserve the harvest of your garden by drying items like fruits and flowers. Fruits are an ideal food to preserve because you can choose edibles that are not always in season and dehydrate...

Epiphyllum, also called orchid cactus, is a member of the cacti family native to the jungles of Central and South America and Mexico. Native plants grow flowers in shades or white or red but...

Many people like to grow spring-flowering plants indoors, especially during the winter months. The most frequently grown bulbs are paperwhites, daffodils, tulips, amaryllis, and hyacinths. This...

Pot hanging plants in the spring to accommodate their new growth, or transfer hanging plants any time of year if their root growth or soil conditions require attention. The plant will benefit from...

Growing stevia from seeds requires a bit of preparation and some attention to your newly planted seeds, but with planning and preparation, you can produce successfully germinated stevia plants...

Mint, sometimes called mentha, comes from a flowering plant. Mints are aromatic, perennial herbs used for culinary, medicinal and cosmetic purposes. Fresh mint is a preference among culinary chefs...

It is easy and fun to grow beautiful paperwhites inside. These flower bulbs are easy to get started and a fun project for kids. The aromatic flowers add a wonderful spring scent to your whole...

What was once considered poisonous, linked to witches and werewolves, and looked upon with fear and suspicion of causing cancer? Texas A&M University says it's the tomato. Today, with nearly...

Lycopodium is a fern found growing wild in wooded areas. Common types include the Princess Pine, which is harvested for holiday decorations because it looks like a tiny Christmas tree. Lycopodium...

Tarragon is a perennial herb that thrives in warm, dry climates. Russian tarragon will grow from seed. But the more popular French tarragon propagation is done through root division or from...

Most gardeners grow bamboo from grafts or cuttings because seeds are hard to find and difficult to germinate. However, the seeds can be purchased online or at specialty garden centers and...

The Catalpa is a fast-growing deciduous tree with showy sprays of flowers and long thin fruit. The shiny brown pods release winged seeds to be spread by the wind. Propagation is accomplished by...

Growing seedlings in containers is a practical way to start trees that you later intend to transplant outside. Grow seedlings indoors during the winter so they are strong enough to withstand the...

The silverado sage is a flowering plant native to Texas and Mexico. With velvety greenish-grey leaves and purple or pink flowers, the silverado sage makes an attractive addition to your home...

If you love the idea of fresh vegetables at your fingertips, but you're space-challenged, consider planting vegetables in containers. Although several vegetables are suitable for container...

Lobelias are annuals that produce purple, white, red and blue flowers. Proper maintenance includes regular fertilization and water, planting them in a soil with a pH range of 4.5 to 7.5 and full...

Onesies are a one piece outfit typically worn by newborns. Onesie flowers are unique gifts that are most popular as baby shower gifts for expecting parents. Since most newborns wear onesies,...

The Bay Leaf tree, or Laurus nobilis, is an evergreen with dark, aromatic leaves that are most often used as an herb in cooking. Although the tree can grow to soaring heights, it is easy to prune...

Having a living Christmas tree is becoming more and more popular every year. Not only can you use your spruce tree as your Christmas tree but also as part of the landscape in your garden long...

Whether you grow your own basil in an herb garden or you have leftover fresh basil that you have purchased at the grocery store or farmers market, don't let those flavorful leaves go to waste. ...

Rice is an important staple in the world economy, as well as in most people's diets. Growing your own can be a simple and rewarding process. With a little bit of work and a lot of patience, you...

For a charming and distinctive addition to an outdoor landscape, consider growing a shamrock plant in a container. Shamrock plants grow from bulbs, produce lovely, tiny white flowers, and need two...

Flowering Quince, a deciduous, multi-stemmed shrub that displays a riot of blossoms in late winter or early spring, is an easy shrub to force into blooming. Both Chaenomeles japonica and...

Canna lilies are tall, flowering perennials that showcase large, bright, tropical-colored blooms. The canna is a hardy plant that requires low maintenance and looks wonderful in any garden. They...

Hydroponics is the method of growing plants, vegetables or fruits in a water-based container. Water is used in place of the soil, and nutrients are added to it to sustain the plants. Banana trees,...

Columnar apple trees allow you to have your own fruit garden in small spaces. Thriving in a full sun environment in either a container or in the soil, columnar apple trees provide a bountiful crop...

Angel-wing begonias are tropical plants that are part of the fibrous cane begonia group. They have thick upright canes or stems, dangling flowers in a variety of red, white and pink colors, and...

Edible ginger root is a common ingredient in many Asian and Indian dishes. Ginger root is available all year in the produce section of most grocery stores and can also be grown at home. Learn how...

Mint is a prolific grower that must be tended to prevent it from encroaching on neighboring plantings. In most turf wars between mint and other plants, mint wins. Recognizing this, many...

The bird of paradise is a tropical plant that thrives in warm regions that stay above 40 degrees F. Bird of paradise needs full sunlight and seems to prefer being somewhat pot-bound in a...

Gardeners can choose from a variety of bulbs to coax into blooming indoors over the winter months. This coaxing is known as "forcing" bulbs.Crocus bulbs are an easy flower variety to force as...

Notable for both its exotic, brilliantly colored blooms and its incredibly finicky nature, the fuchsia plant is sought after by many gardening enthusiasts. Many of the problems associated with the...

You can grow an apple tree from seed; however, it's a game of odds. A single seed has a slim chance of germinating, growing to full size and producing edible, tasty apples. If your apple seed does...

Grow everbearing strawberries to enjoy three harvests of sweet fruit per growing season from your container garden. Whether you use a decorative container or ordinary garden pot, the shiny green...

A tender perennial known for both prolific blooms and stunning foliage often bedecked with silver highlights, the angel wing begonia thrives well in containers, hanging baskets and garden beds...

Bougainvillea is a tropical shrub that grows abundantly in warm regions. Gardeners seeking to add a bougainvillea to an outdoor landscape will have success if the temperature never falls below 45...

The hydroponic method of growing plants in water dates back to ancient times. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon used a simple form of hydroponic gardening in 605 B.C. Every system, whether...

Growing birch trees in containers is a great way to liven up your outdoor living space and enjoy the beauty of nature--even if you live in an apartment or have a very small yard. Growing birch...

Mint is a must for every beginning gardener's herb plot. Whether you're growing spearmint, apple mint, chocolate mint or peppermint, chances are you already know that a mint sprig will improve...

Strawberries are common berries grown in home gardens because they enhance many foods and drinks. By obtaining the seeds from the outside skin of strawberries, you will get a sense of what your...

The aloe polyphylla plant is also called spiral aloe because its leaves grow in a unique spiraling pattern. Mature plants have five rows of leaves spiraling from the center and flower rarely. The...

Plant an orange tree properly in a container to give it a jump-start on bringing sweet smelling flowers, glossy green foliage and fresh fruit into your outdoor garden. Any orange tree is sensitive...

For a natural and inexpensive way to reproduce a plant, you can take cuttings from an overgrown plant. They are generally taken from the stem, making them easier to root. Leaves and roots are...

Tulip poplars, members of the magnolia family, are large shade-giving trees. In spring they produce an abundance of green pods that open into yellow and orange flowers from April until June. The...

Before attempting to grow green pepper and strawberry plants, give the seeds the best chance to produce a healthy and bountiful harvest. Peppers, for example, are prone to fungus in the soil if...

Cannas are tropical plants with large, colorful leaves and even more colorful flowers. They are susceptible to frost, however, and they require special attention to help them survive through...

The Easter cactus has long lasting blooms that thrive in cool weather and is especially adaptable to being a houseplant. Originally grown in the jungles, this cactus has pointed leaves and...

Lime trees lend their sour flavor to Mexican and Asian food, sweet summer ices and cocktails. If you live in North Texas and wish to grow a lime tree in your backyard, you'll have to take...

Your favorite flowers can adorn a wall or overflowing pedestals, or in some other wire containers with a coco mat. Planting flowers with a coco mat is an easy way to give a landscape an...