As you grow your indoor or outdoor plant collection, you may be searching for something out of the ordinary. In that case, a red leaf plant could be that special plant you may be wanting in your life! A red-leafed plant contains a pigment called anthocyanin which contributes to its eye-catching appearance, while green plants … Read more
When someone wants to dive into the wonderful world of plants, they’re told to get a snake plant because they’re deemed “impossible” to kill off. That’s not completely true, but they are easy to care for compared to other types of plants. They would prefer you to forget watering them and they can survive low … Read more
Lavender is a popular plant to grow. It adds pops of purple that brighten up any garden and offers a sweet scent that you’re sure to enjoy. Many gardeners enjoy harvesting the flowers to use them in cooking or in tea. They also liven up floral arrangements. Lavender isn’t just a pretty purple flower. There … Read more
The laurel plant family consists of trees and shrubs that grow beautiful flowers or berries. They’re a versatile family of plants that can be pruned and shaped into a privacy hedge or can be allowed to grow freely into a large tree. Laurels come in many colors and sizes, and there are many varieties to … Read more
Ivy is a beautiful addition to any home, whether it’s inside or outside and with so many different types of ivy, there’s an option suitable for everyone’s tastes. Many people use ivy outdoors as a groundcover instead of using grass, or they allow it to grow up the side of their home. The greenery of … Read more
Peperomia plants are a plant lover’s best friend. In their natural habitat, these plants can grow on trees in tropical forests, which means they don’t require many nutrients or much sunlight to thrive. This means that they’re easy to grow as house plants because they don’t require much fertilizing and will be happy in that … Read more
Why Are My Pepper Plants Turning Yellow? As you are gardening this summer in your backyard, you may notice that particular problems occasionally arise. Certainly, pepper leaves turning yellow is a common issue that gardeners face every year. With living on seven acres of land, every year it seems that I expand my vegetable garden … Read more
I love creating garden rooms in my Florida home. Of course, every garden needs a gate. There are so many options from iron to wood. However, wood is my favorite as it compliments the nature theme of an outdoor space. Wooden gates come in a wide variety of colors, designs, and sizes which makes it … Read more
Gardening is one of the hottest hobbies of the moment. Even people who have never before picked up a trowel are now growing their own flowers, vegetables, and herbs. But for those of us who rent (myself included) or who don’t have extra room in their backyard, cultivating a lush garden can feel like a … Read more
If you’ve purchased a good few houseplants lately, you may ask yourself, do indoor plants attract bugs? Without question, they sure do. Any plant growth can attract insects regardless of location, and houses provide an ideal climate for bugs and their offspring. Which Bugs Do Indoor Plants Attract? According to Dr. Joey Williamson and Janet … Read more
Introduce wellbeing in your life with these 25+ Zen garden ideas. A yard is a refuge from the outside world for many people. You can create your dedicated space by expanding this concept for quiet contemplation. Japanese Buddhist monks were the original creators of the Zen garden or karesansui as places of meditation. Any home … Read more
Get inspired to build a miniature retreat for yourselves with these 25+ Treehouse Ideas. Contrary to popular opinion, treehouses are not just for kids. Adult treehouses have also gained momentum and are becoming quite popular. Many people are considering taking high ground between the birds and branches to find peace and relaxation. With an adult … Read more
