Cacti are beautiful and can be found all over the world. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Many cacti have interesting or unique growth patterns that make them stand out from other plants. The blue myrtle cactus is one such plant with its long pointed spikes sticking up at an angle …
Have you ever seen a yellow mushroom growing from the soil of one of your pots? If not, then you probably haven’t noticed this little fungus before. These yellow mushrooms aren’t uncommon; they won’t harm your plant and they aren’t harmful to you. They’re just a small part of the ecosystem doing its job in …
The lemon is a fruit that has been used by humans for thousands of years. It is said to be one of the oldest fruits known to mankind, and it’s also very popular these days as well. There have been many different legends about how exactly this lemon came into being; some say that they …
Wild Rice is a small, bushy plant that grows in shallow water and has long stems. It can be eaten fresh or cooked as part of a dish such as risotto. It’s the seed from an annual grass native to North America. Wild rice grows best when it gets full sun, but will also tolerate …
You can buy them at the supermarket, you can pick up some packets of seeds from the corner shop, or you could just get yourself down to the local garden centre and try growing your own. However there is one thing they all have in common – they’re not going to be as big as …
You’ve spent hours picking perfect bunches of thyme, and now you have an abundance of plants. But how do you know which ones are still worth keeping?Thyme is one of those herbs that people either love or hate — there isn’t much middle ground when it comes to this bright green herb with purple flowers. …
Whether you’re growing your own food, or just want to create an edible landscape that looks good, you may need help fixing a broken tomato plant. I was having some issues with my tomato plants and decided I needed something that would allow me to pick tomatoes from them without killing the plant itself. What …
Mint is one of the easiest and most versatile herbs you can grow. It’s easy to care for because it has no deep roots like other herb varieties do. You can harvest your own mint year-round by simply cutting off new growth when it appears above ground. And the best part about growing this low …
There are few things more heartbreaking than watching your favorite plants die. Sometimes, it’s even difficult for us humans to keep them alive long enough so we can enjoy their beauty and harvest them as part of our meals. While the loss of an individual plant may not be that big of deal, when you’re …
Elephant ears are some of the most majestic plants you can find in your garden. They have long, fleshy stems with large leaves that grow out from each side and their signature bright green color. It’s no wonder why they’re so popular among people who want bigger houses or just want something different for their …