The citronella plant, which is widely known for its oil, is an attractive addition to a window box or container garden.
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What Is a Japanese White Pine?
Japanese White Pine is a trendy landscape plant with relatively few problems when planted in an area with cooler temperatures and good drainage.
Using Nitrogen for Plants and 11 Natural Sources to Get From
Home gardeners should be familiar with how nitrogen (or a lack thereof) might affect their plants, as nitrogen is one of the three macronutrients needed for plants to grow.
Raised Beds: Why Is It a Good Idea
There are many benefits of raised beds for gardening. One of the most obvious benefits is that you can garden in a raised bed even if you have poor soil. The improved drainage in a raised bed also helps to avoid waterlogging, which can kill plants. Another advantage of raised beds is that they warm up earlier in the spring and stay warmer later into the fall than traditional gardens. This extends the growing season for crops, allowing you to grow more food! Finally, raised beds are easy to work with and can be customized to fit any space or need.
Lemongrass: How to Grow Them and Its Health Benefits
Lemongrass is a plant that has a citrusy smell. It is used in cooking, perfumes, and cleaning products. It is also used to relieve anxiety and stress.
Fertilizers: Why Is It Important for Plants
Plants flourish on soil that has enough nutrients to support their optimum growth. Fertilizers can enhance soil quality and promote plant development.
Dogs: Man’s Best Friend
Dogs have been man’s best friend for centuries. They are loyal, loving, and always happy to see their owners. Dogs are great companions and make perfect pets. They are also excellent at helping people in law enforcement and search-and-rescue missions.
How to Grow Eggplants (With Easy Recipes You Could Try!)
Eggplant, often known as aubergine, is a nightshade plant used in a wide variety of recipes worldwide. Find out how to cultivate and harvest these beautiful deep purple crops.
Carrots: The Underground Honey
Carrots are vegetables with a natural sweetness, hence, the Irish call it the “underground honey.” They can be eaten raw as a snack or in salads, cooked in soups and sides, or used in sweet bakes.
Growing Lettuce (And Recipes That Isn’t a Salad!)
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an aster family leaf vegetable (Asteraceae). It is most widely associated with salads, although you can also find it in soups, sandwiches, and wraps.