QUESTION: What is a growing medium for plants? I see these words mentioned all the time in articles about how to grow plants when I look them up. Is it like dirt, or what? - Paisley O GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: A growing medium for plants is anything placed within a pot that … [Read more...]
Choosing a Pot Size for Herbs: a Guide
By Jennifer Poindexter Finding the right pot size for indoor or outdoor herbs can feel tricky. What a plant needs can vary depending upon the type of plant, the root system of the plant, and its growing environment. If you’re feeling uncertain about the size pot your herb … [Read more...]
How to Grow Tomatillos in a Container
By Jennifer Poindexter Tomatillos are some of my favorite garden treasures. These frequently overlooked crops make some of the most delicious salsa. If you’re a fan of salsa verde, or other delicious recipes which include tomatillos, you should consider growing them. What’s … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lantana Indoors (Verbenaceae)
By Jennifer Poindexter Lantana is a plant beloved by many. However, it’s considered invasive due to its ability to adapt to different growing conditions, ability to spread with ease, and also its toxicity to animals. Combine these factors, and you have a plant that’s … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Cinnamon Fern (Osmunda cinnamomea)
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you enjoy growing ferns? I fill my front porch with them from year to year and really enjoy their simplistic beauty. If you’re in the market for a unique fern to grow, consider adding the cinnamon fern to your landscape or garden area. This fern … [Read more...]
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