African violets are usually grown under fluorescent lights placed 12 to 15 inches above the leaves. If the leaves start to turn light green, your plant is getting too much light, while thin and dark green leaves or a leggy plant indicate too little light. Soil A well-drained potting mix …
Read More »Add charm to you garden by growing colorful Crocuses
Apply a balanced fertilizer in early fall if your spring is short and the days warm up quickly; or apply fertilizer after the bulbs have bloomed in late winter if the spring is long and temperate. The crocuses will have a chance to use the extra nutrients to produce larger …
Read More »How to grow and care for adenium
In a very bright, warm environment such as a greenhouse, Adenium can remain active during the winter months. If you bring your plant indoors for the winter, it will probably stay in a semi-dormant state until spring. During this time, just keep it in a warm room with bright, indirect …
Read More »How to grow lilies from seed the easy way
Daylily clumps can grow anywhere from six inches to five feet tall. Since they can reach a span between two to four feet wide, space only about three feet apart (or for a more dramatic show in the early years, space about 18 inches apart). Plant roots in early spring …
Read More »How to grow flowers from bulbs at home
When planting, keep in mind that the flowers tend to face the prevailing direction of the sun; in a border seen from the north they will look away from you. Do not separate bulbs that are attached to the base; the smaller bulb (known as an offset or a “daughter” …
Read More »How to grow amazing blooming bonsai types
Many people have a misconception about what bonsai really is. The typical question that many people ask is: “Is bonsai its own type of tree?” No, bonsai is a kind of craft or living art form. Techniques including surface planting, pruning, defoliation, grafting, and root reduction, along with wiring the …
Read More »How to grow and care for charming orchids
An orchid can live happily for a long time in a pot, blooming season after season, but every few years you have to replant the plant. The growing medium breaks down over time and will not anchor the plant properly or provide it with the necessary nutrients. An orchid may …
Read More »Charming 17+ planter designs to try easyly this spring
There are some caveats to container planting. They involve extra effort on your part. Whether it’s wet or dry weather, you should water your planters at least every other day, especially terracotta pots. You’ll also find that houseplants need regular feeding to keep them looking their best for longer. Monetarily, …
Read More »Perk up your garden with diy decorations
Use Ornaments as Finishings. Design for Outdoor Rooms. Dress Up Garden Entrances. Tie Furnishings Into the Overall Scheme. Choose Decor Suited for The Outdoors. Take Lighting to Another Level. Showcase Plant Collections. Embrace Unusual Displays.
Read More »How to organize your balcony with plants?
1. If you live in an apartment building or apartment, does your building allow it? Before you begin, be sure to check the regulations for your building. Some buildings do not allow plants on balconies or only allow flowers (because vegetables can attract birds or pests). 2. Can your balcony …
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