Although not common among household vegetable gardens, sweet potatoes are relatively easy to grow, with drought tolerance and few problems. These native American vegetables also last for months when properly stored and provide high amounts of vitamin A, C, and E, as well as calcium, potassium, and antioxidants. Plus, the entire plant is edible: the …
Gardening
I don’t know about you, but I wanted so many things to decorate my backyard that it kept me from actually doing anything. So I decided to look for ways to get the look I wanted without going into debt. Here’s what I came up with: several cheap landscaping ideas for the backyard that not …
Are you thinking about sprucing up your front yard? If you’re like me, you might have great landscaping plans. Unfortunately for me (and maybe you as well), I don’t have unlimited finances! That means I’ve had to become good at creating the look I want without breaking the bank. If you’d like to give your …
If you’re thinking about doing some landscaping, money is probably going to factor into the equation. You probably have certain things you want to include in your landscaping project. You have so many wonderful ideas! You’d like to be able to do anything and everything you have in mind. But the plain truth is that …
The large, showy globes of the hydrangea make it a popular shrub across the U.S. In addition to lush foliage and stunning flowers, this plant is also remarkably easy to care for. Want startling blue, hot pink, or deep purple blooms on your bush? Simply change the acidity of the soil! This article will not …
Bucket hydroponics are super easy… and they give great results! If you want to grow just one or two large plants, then bucket hydroponics or the “Bucket Bubbler” is for you! A bucket hydroponic setup is very popular for growing a few large specimens in small spaces. They are simple and cheap to build, low …
When I was in college, a friend mentioned a Christmas cactus, and I laughed, thinking it was a joke. I’d never heard of such a thing! Naturally, I received one for Christmas that year, and I was immediately entranced by its unique segmented branches and bright, festive flowers. Since then, I’ve learned that Christmas cactus …
Beans are among the easiest vegetables to grow, and they’re one of my favorite garden standbys. But did you know that they also make great container plants? No matter which variety you like best, you can grow it even with limited space once you learn a few tips on how to grow beans in containers. …
I often find gardening to be a grounding, relaxing activity. But even as it soothes and centers the mind, it can cause pain in the body, especially for individuals with arthritis. Fortunately, many companies have developed ergonomic gardening tools for people with arthritis, making it possible to continue caring for your plants with minimal pain. …
No space for a sprawling melon plant? Good news! If you have a five-gallon pot and a sunny place to put it, you can still grow cantaloupe. This may seem like an odd plant for a container garden, but we’ll help you get started with tips on how to grow cantaloupe in containers, from choosing …