There’s nothing like fresh herbs to make your recipes pop, and even if you don’t cook, herbs are a fragrant addition to your garden. Cilantro (also known as coriander or Chinese parsley) is hardy, easy to grow, and may promote healthy skin and reduce inflammation, among other health benefits, when ingested. It can grow from …
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Succulents have long been a favorite plant for a wide variety of uses. Their hardy, forgiving nature allows them to flourish in many climates, and their unique colors and shapes add texture and interest to floral arrangements. Although slow growing, they are easy to grow and care for- and are an ideal choice for indoor …
Gardeners of all ages share a common passion for the earth, sun and the love of growing things. Another thing that many gardeners love is trying different ways of growing plants. Two methods in particular that people use are Aerogardens and tower gardens. These methods are both valid ways to grow plants, but they have …
Are you interested in the concept of growing your own produce at home to help eliminate rising food costs and increasing the amount of extra money in your household budget? What about the thought of fresh-grown vegetables for healthy eating or supporting the environment and nature with oxygen-rich plants? Maybe you want to have a …
You already know that natural sunlight is the best source of light for your vegetable garden. However, your veggies might not be getting the 14 to 18 hours of sunlight it needs. That could be because of a long winter, or you’re just not in an area that gets a lot of sunlight. The alternative …
Indoor gardeners didn’t use to have as much choice in artificial lighting as they do today. In fact, it used to be sunlight or nothing. After incandescent came fluorescent. Others followed, but the one that’s really making waves is the LED. You can find full spectrum LED grow lights at affordable prices, and they have …
Technology is constantly evolving and when it comes to innovative ideas surrounding plants and plant growth. You can be assured that there are people constantly working towards effective, affordable lighting choices. This is especially true of grow light options since the need for dependable products to support growing crop industries is on the rise. Plasma …
It’s that time of year again when you begin to see the supplies and seed packets show up in your local garden centers, so you can get started on your garden beds. Although most people depend upon their windows to provide the light needed to get their seedlings started, early plant growth stages actually require …
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People joke about having a green thumb, but it takes more than a bit of an affinity for growing to make your houseplants healthy. In fact, proper lighting and water are essentials to the health of your greenery. Even if they seem to be doing ‘okay’ you may be missing something crucial to making them …
You don’t have to be financially well-off to enjoy the benefits of a grow light. Whether you are looking to support a winter garden, anticipating year-round produce, or have a cash crop, there is a light out there for you to take advantage of. The many varieties of grow lights available to choose from, depending …