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How To Grow Potatoes in A Bag Easily in Small Spaces & Turn 3 Potatoes Into 30! Step-By-Step
It's no surprise that everyone has been spending more time at home these days, but people are not just nesting. Everyone, it seems, is increasingly embracing old-fashioned DIY, self sufficiency. And nowhere is that more evident than in the grow-your-own-food movement. Is that possible if you don't have a garden and have limited space? Absolutely! Today, the focus is on that versatile, much-loved diet staple, the potato, and how surprisingly easy it is to grow with only a simple bag, or box, and a small patio or deck. No acres of land are required, only a bit of time and patience. So, to find out how you can turn a…
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How To Grow Tomatoes In Pots Easily Without A Garden For The Tastiest, Freshest Tomatoes Ever
If you only grow one crop in your garden, make it a tomato. A sun-ripened fruit straight from the dirt of a home garden is truly the only tomato worth eating. I never even liked tomatoes until I had one picked straight from a home garden. It was simply the best tomato I had ever eaten and tasted nothing like the store-bought ones I was used to. "But, don't you need a lot of land and space to grow your own tomatoes..?" you ask... Not at all! Not if you plant your tomatoes in a "kitchen" container garden which puts fresh vegetables within reach no matter how much or little land…
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What Is Growing Out Of My Yucca? How To Easily Grow A New Yucca From Side Shoots
You may have noticed something growing out of your yucca plant... What exactly are these growths and how can they help you grow a whole new yucca plant? Read on to find out... The yucca, of course, is a widely popular plant that makes both an attractive, effortless houseplant, as well as a desert-like addition to any garden. With a hardy nature that is adaptable to a variety of climates and conditions, as well as distinctive looks that recall its desert roots, it's not hard to see why yuccas are a perennial favorite. While there is diversity in the yucca family, one constant with yuccas is how easy it is…
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How To Care For A Dendrobium Phalaenopsis Orchid, One Of The Easiest Orchids To Grow
Next to Phalaenopsis, Dendrobium Phalaenopsis are among the most popular types of orchids grown by the home gardener -- for good reason. With the potential for profuse and cascading displays of beautiful flowers that last for months at a time, Dendrobium Phalaenopsis is a must-have addition to any gardener's collection. There are few things as inviting as stepping on a front porch to be greeted by a spectacular display of Dendrobium Phalaenopsis flowers spilling out of a hanging basket. On top of their obvious aesthetic appeal, however, I find my Dendrobium Phalaenopsis to be among the easiest of my orchids to grow and care for -- if you have the…
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How To Water & Fertilize A Vanda Orchid For Maximum Blooming Potential
Renowned for their large, long-lasting, show-stopping blooms in a rainbow of rare and vibrant colors, vanda orchids are definitely in a class by themselves. So much so that their blossoms are used to create the famous Hawaiian leis, an enchanting symbol of welcome, love and "aloha" spirit around the world. Under the right conditions, the vanda orchid has the potential to bloom all year round, up to four times per year. Plus, each blooming period lasts a long time with flowers lasting up to a month or even longer. In order to produce vanda'a beautiful blooms, however, vandas have some very exacting requirements, one of which is copious amounts of…
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Why Are The Leaves Of My Orchid Wrinkled & Leathery, & How To Fix Them
Have you noticed your orchid's leaves have been looking wrinkled, leathery, limp and droopy lately? Are dry lines and veins appearing in previously firm, hydrated leaves? If so, there clearly is a problem -- a dehydration problem. An orchid with flaccid, wrinkled leaves is definitely telling you that it is dehydrated. But, why is the question. While this may appear to be a simple watering problem, it is not quite that simple, since both an over-watered and an under-watered orchid display the same dehydration signs of limp, wrinkled leaves. Yes, somewhat counterintuitively, an overwatered orchid will also appear dehydrated. To get to the "root" of this problem, we must dig…
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How To Mount Or Attach Your Vanda Orchid To A Tree & Why You Should Grow Orchids On Trees
I talk a lot about the care and cultivation of the incomparable orchid here, but even among this amazing and diverse family of plants, vandas are in a class by themselves. Possessing a notably tall and stunning spray of flowers, vandas are also known for having a long-lasting flower that blooms in a rainbow of rare and vibrant colors, often accompanied by a sweet-smelling fragrance. All of these unique characteristics certainly earn vanda its place as a pre-eminent symbol of exotic, tropical beauty the world over. Let's take a closer look at how vanda's particular attributes, which include its love for heat, ventilation and humidity, also make epiphytic vanda the…
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Can Sulforaphane In Broccoli Sprouts Fight Effects Of Aging, Inflammation & Progerin On Body & Skin Wrinkles? Plus How To Grow Broccoli Sprouts At Home
The motto here is, "Inspiration to help you live your best life." Essential to living your best life is, of course, staying your healthiest. Since that involves making informed choices everyday, I try to share discoveries that may help you choose your most healing options, especially foods or nutrients you may not have heard of before. Now more than ever, many of us know someone who is dealing with some type of inflammatory condition or illness. Well, inflammation is more than a painful nuisance -- it may well be one of the greatest factors to contribute to aging and disease. In this post, however, I highlight one of the most…
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Quickly Revive A Dehydrated, Dry Orchid With Black Tea
Do you have a dry, dehydrated orchid that looks like it has seen better days? So much so, that you even fear it may be dying? Does your orchid display dehydrated, limp and floppy-looking leaves? Upon closer inspection, do you notice dry, dehydrated roots? If so, it sounds like your orchid needs something to revive it, and fast. Believe it or not, one of the best things to revive your orchids may be sitting in your kitchen cupboard right now -- black tea. That's right-- the same cup that you may enjoy everyday just might be exactly what your orchid needs to revitalize and rehydrate it back to its former…
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How To Grow Orchids In Wood Baskets (With Pictures)
Growing orchids in slat wood baskets is one of the best ways to grow and display this spectacular specimen of the plant world. First, cultivating orchids in hanging open-air baskets is an easy way to display your orchid's beauty, showcasing its gorgeous cascade of flowers, whether hanging on your lanai, from a tree, or near a bright window. Even more importantly though, growing orchids in baskets closely mimics the way orchids grow in the wild, making caring for them easier than when growing orchids pot-bound. In this post, I discuss why and how to grow your orchids in hanging baskets to maximize their health and blooming potential. Why Grow Orchids…
