The elusive beauty of the Venus flytrap is as captivating as its namesake. The plant’s leaves resemble those of an insect, but when they open their mouths and close them again it looks like some kind of mythical beast from Greek mythology — or maybe even Pokémon. This carnivorous plant grows in marshy grow in …
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 …
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. …
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 …
“I feel like I’m going mad,” said my friend, who was sitting in the garden with me. “Every time I go into the house and see this dead thing lying there…” he pointed at his ‘prayer’ plant, which had stopped producing flowers for months now. He was devastated by it… as well as the plants …
A snake plant leaf that is discolored or has holes in it can be quite frustrating. If you are growing the plants from seed, then there might have been an insect infestation that caused damage to the leaves. But if you bought your snake plant at the store and it just started showing these symptoms, …
Rice water has been used by gardeners since the beginning of time. It’s a natural, organic and safe way to provide moisture to your plant roots to help them grow stronger and healthier. Many people use it because they don’t want their soil or water tested before purchasing seeds or bulbs from a nursery—and that …