Certain seedlings don’t look very healthy when they grow. They look a bit leggy and weak. The main reason why these seedlings grow up in such a state is because they do not get enough sunlight. This happens for seeds that are grown indoors or those grown in shady locations. These thin leggy seedlings also lean a bit sideways to search for sunlight. Although these seedlings are leggy in the…
Portulaca or moss rose is an annual that belongs to the Portulacaceae family. These flowers can be grown as an ornamental flower or as a ground cover. They come in a variety of colours like rose, white, red and yellow. They can grow up to 12 inches tall and 24 inches wide. These flowers are drought tolerant. Plus they are low-maintenance flowers. You can grow portulaca from seeds or from…
Rosemary is a perennial herb that is used for cooking purposes. It has also been used by ancient people to treat a variety of diseases like depression, stomachache, headache, and physical and mental fatigue. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can grow 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide. It can be grown from seeds or stem cuttings. Seeds take a long time to germinate and seedlings grow…
Thyme is a drought-tolerant perennial herb that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Southern Europe and grows well in hot weather conditions. It is mostly used for cooking and medicinal purposes. In cooking it is used to flavour dishes. As a herb, it is used to treat cough and stomach issues. Here is how to grow thyme in the garden. Growing Conditions for thyme When the conditions…
When coconut fibres are extracted from coconut husks we get the by-product cocopeat. Cocopeat is used for plants as it helps in water retention, improves aeration and assists in better nutrient uptake. Also, cocopeat has a neutral soil pH and provides resistance against root disease. Cocopeat contains certain levels of nutrients but not enough to support plant growth entirely. To use cocopeat in the garden it has to be mixed…
Eggshells are a rich source of calcium and they can be used as a fertilizer for plants. Other nutrients present in eggshells include potassium, phosphorous and magnesium. Deficiency of calcium causes blossom rot disease in plants. Using eggshells in your garden once a month can help to avoid calcium deficiency. They help to lower soil acidity and encourage root growth. Eggshells take a long time to decompose. Rather than using…
Nasturtiums are annual flowers and are native to South and Central America. They come in colours like red, orange and yellow. These flowers can come in two varieties namely as dwarfs and climbers. Both of these varieties can be grown in containers. These flowers can be grown as ornamental plants or as companion plants. Growing nasturtium next to vegetables is a way to save your veggies from pesky insects. Nasturtiums…
Most vegetables grow best during the summer season. Some veggies like radish, beetroot, carrot and spinach are cool weather crops. But other veggies grow and give yields during the warm season. All vegetables grow best when they get 6 to 8 hours of sunlight every day. Regular watering is required to keep the soil moist. Also, most vegetable plants require fertilizer rich in nitrogen during the growing stage. During the…
Everyone loves to grow flowers in their garden during the summer season. Our garden looks more pretty when they have more flowers blooming. Ways to increase flowering in plants 1. Sunlight Flowering plants require lots of sunlight to produce more blooms. Grow them in locations that get 6 to 8 hours of sunlight every day to get more blooms. When temperatures are too high, especially during summers make sure they…
Zinnias are annuals that grow fast and attract pollinators and beneficial insects. They do not tolerate frost and the best time to plant zinnia seeds is during the spring and summer seasons. Zinnia flowers come in colours like purple, pink, red and white. The best zinnia varieties for container gardening are hybrid varieties. Some of them are Zahara, Uptown grape and Profusion. These varieties are more resistant to pests. Growing…
