Inspiration comes from many sources, and while scrolling through small garden ideas online, I realized that rock gardens don’t only have to be about succulents! A rock garden can be a place of fairies and magic, so get the kids involved, and it’s easy to turn a drab corner into a low-maintenance garden feature to…
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Self-Watering Globes: Everything A Beginner Gardener Should Know
We all have a bag of gardening tricks; mine includes my obsession with self-watering globes. They actually look more like decorative items than functional watering tools, and visitors often admire the shimmering glass globes alongside some of my plants. Disclosure: Some of the links in this article may be affiliate links. Learn more. Self-watering globes, also…
A Guide To Selecting An Automatic Watering System For Indoor Plants
If you’re anything like me, you will never be able to truly relax while away from home, knowing that the houseplants are thirsty. Fortunately, I have learned (through trial and error) that there are plenty of options available to keep my precious indoor plants thriving without simply flooding them and hoping for the best before…
How To Grow Thyme Indoors: 7 Tips For Beginners
Gardeners getting their toes wet for the first time with herbs will delightfully find growing thyme to be relatively easy. Having a fresh supply right at the fingertips for cooking or an indulgent cup of tea is the best! Table of Contents Valuable Tips On How To Grow Thyme IndoorsTip #1: Select The Right Species…
Trailing Succulents: A Beginner’s Guide To Care
The world of succulents is highly addictive because gardeners don’t stop at planting just one. These quirky, hardy little plants have a lot to offer and are just about effortless to care for! Table of Contents What Are Trailing Succulents?Trailing Succulent TypesRecommended Hanging Trailing SucculentsBurro’s Tail (Sedum morganianum)String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)Ruby Necklace (Othonna capensis)Hindu…
How Often To Water Microgreens? A Research-Based Answer
Knowing how often to water microgreens is as easy as remembering three key things. Watering at the right time with the right amount in a specific manner is all it takes! A Simple Method Microgreen gardeners have varying opinions on how these tiny plants should be watered. However, I rely on a method professional horticulturalists,…
How To Sprout Sunflower Seeds For Microgreens Like A Pro
Not all sunflower seeds are ideal for growing microgreens. Find out why and just how easy sprouting sunflower microgreens like the pros are. Table of Contents Is Sprouting Sunflower Seeds For Microgreens Difficult?A Snapshot Of Sunflower Microgreens Seeds: Be Careful To Get The Right StuffBlack Oil Sunflower SeedsWhat About “Normal” Sunflower Seeds?How Do You Sprout Sunflower…
How To Grow Plants Indoors Without Sunlight: Two Options
Before I dug my heels into indoor gardening, I had no clue about the numerous plants out there that do not need sunlight whatsoever. As I did more and more research, what I discovered was mind-blowing. I was curious to find out if my indoor plants would thrive without sun. Table of Contents Two Options…
How To Grow Mint Indoors: 5 Pro Tips
There’s nothing better than adding a fresh mint sprig to a cup of tea or as a garnish on that favorite salad. Having a fresh supply is as easy as growing mint plants right in your home. Disclosure: We may earn commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Table of Contents Valuable Tips…
How To Grow Dill Indoors: The Perfect Guide For Beginners
A feisty competitor is showing up in indoor herb gardens. The fragrance is very familiar. It just may cause one to go looking for that favorite canned cukes. Table of Contents Considering Dill For IndoorsWhat Is Dill?European Vs. Indian DillVarieties Of Dill Ideal For IndoorsDukatFernleafWhere Did Dill Come From?How Well Does Dill Grow Indoors?How Long…