Annual flowers are those that live for one season and then die. They are useful in hanging baskets and container gardens or to fill in bare spots in a perennial flower bed, but it’s generally not a good idea to spend a lot of money on them. Because of their short lifespan, … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Mango Plant Indoors
Wondering if you can grow a mango plant indoors? Yes, you can. It may never bear fruit, but it makes an attractive house plant and can be a fun project. Mangoes are native to southern Asia, but were carried by monks and explorers to other subtropical regions throughout the … [Read more...]
Watermelon: Fruit or Vegetable?
Whether watermelon is a fruit or vegetable is a much debated topic. It tastes sweet like a fruit, but grows in vegetable gardens. Botanists have an emphatic opinion on the subject, but so do gardeners and watermelon connoisseurs. Watermelon is thought to have originated in … [Read more...]
Inexpensive Perennial Flowers for Your Garden
Think of perennial flowers as a long-term investment in your garden. They return every year, for 20 years or more, and look lovely in a mixed bed or flower garden. Unfortunately, most perennials grow slowly, making them impractical to grow from seed. One perennial plant from a … [Read more...]
How to Build a Strawberry Planter: Tips and Plans
Strawberry planters are available at nurseries and by mailorder, but by building your own, you’ll save money and have a high-quality container that's custom-made for your garden space. Planting strawberries in planters tames their slightly invasive nature and simplifies … [Read more...]
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