Container Gardening
How to grow oregano at home.
Oregano is a low-maintenance herb that belongs to the mint family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows up to 31 inches tall. Oregano produces flowers that are white, pink or purple. It has been used since ancient purposes for medical and other purposes since the 18th century. Here is how to grow oregano at home: Growing conditions Oregano is a drought-tolerant perennial herb, that can grow best in sandy loam soil. The soil pH should be between 6.0 to 9.0. It grows best when it gets 6 to 8 hours of sunlight every day. Oregano does not like waterlogged soil, so avoid overwatering. Also, make sure to…
How to fertilise container plants.
Plants grown in containers need to be fertilised regularly when compared to plants grown in the ground. This is because plants grown in containers get access to less soil and nutrients get depleted within 6 weeks. Knowing how to fertilise your plants can help you to get a healthy plant that gives good yields. How to fertilise container plants Basic nutrients that plants need The basic nutrients that plants need are nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. These are macronutrients for our plants. The basic micronutrients that plants need include calcium, magnesium, manganese, boron, and zinc.Nitrogen is essential for foliage growth in plants. Phosphorous is needed for overall plant growth, it also…
Flowers that bloom from spring to fall
If you want your garden to produce flowers throughout the year, then you must grow perennials in your garden. By growing a variety of perennials in your garden, you get blooms from spring to fall and perennials are low maintenance compared to annuals. Growing conditions for perennials Soil: Perennials need well-draining fertile soil to grow well. Amend the soil with compost or aged manure before you grow perennial flowers. Sunlight: Perennials grow well when they receive 4 to 6 hours of sunlight every day. Grow your flowers in a location that gets sunlight in the morning and shade in the afternoon, especially during the extreme afternoon heat. Water: Water your…
10 Perennial herbs to grow in your garden
One of the easiest plants to grow in your home are herbs. They are low-maintenance plants that can tolerate both extreme hot and cold weather. By growing fresh herbs in your garden, you get to add fresh leaves to your dishes. Growing herbs can attract pollinators and help to repel pests and insects. Herbs are cold hardy plants and they go dormant during the winters and start to grow foliage in the next spring. Although herbs are cold hardy they need to be protected when winters become too severe. So, it’s best to grow them in containers. Before growing herbs, soil must be amended with aged manure. Herbs grow best…
Flowers that grow well in full heat
Summer is the best season to grow flowers in your garden. Planting a variety of flowers in your garden attracts pollinators, and beneficial insects and adds beauty to your garden. Flowers are also great companion plants for your vegetables. Some love the heat and grow well and give lots of blooms even in excessively hot conditions. Here are some of those flowers that grow well in heat: Flowers that grow well in heat 1. Sunflower Sunflowers are one of the most commonly grown flowers and they come in a variety of colours such as yellow, orange, mahogany and chocolate brown. They need well-drained rich fertile soil to grow. These flowers…
How to grow hydrangeas in a pot.
Hydrangeas are a beautiful addition to our garden beds. If you live in an apartment or do not have enough space for a garden you can grow them in containers. Hydrangeas come in shrub, tree and vine varieties. You can grow shrub variety of hydrangeas in a pot or container.Hydrangeas are toxic for both humans and animals so they should be kept away from pets and children. Hydrangeas produce flowers during the spring, summer and fall seasons. Types of hydrangea Some of the hydrangea varieties that can be grown in containers include panicle hydrangea, oak leaf hydrangea and Hydrangea macrophylla. Growing Conditions for hydrangea Here is how to grow hydrangeas…
Flowers to plant near vegetables
Growing flowers near vegetables can benefit your garden in a few ways. It can attract pollinators, repel pests and add beauty to your garden. Certain plants like nasturtium acts as a trap crop and marigolds help to repel nematodes. Flowers can also attract beneficial insects which feed on pests. Flowers to plant near vegetables 1. Calendula Calendula or pot marigolds are annual flowering plants that grow up to 10 inches tall. They help to attract pollinators and beneficial insects such as hoverflies. They grow best in fertile well-draining soil conditions. They do not grow in climatic conditions that are too hot or too cold. The best season to grow this…
How to grow corn from seeds in containers.
Corn is a warm-season crop that is native to America. It was commonly grown as a companion plant to Beans and Squash in the three sisters method. Corn is a grass and is a member of the Poaceae family. Consuming corn has many health benefits. It can be grown in homes and home-grown corn is more nutritious and has more health benefits. Here is how to grow corn from seeds in containers. Growing Conditions This plant is not frost tolerant so wait till the mid-spring season until the soil has warmed up before growing corn. Corn is a heavy feeder and requires fertile well-drained soil to grow. It can tolerate…
Reasons why your rosemary is dying.
Why your Rosemary is dying 1.Watering Both overwatering and underwatering can harm your rosemary plant. Make sure to check the soil’s moisture levels before watering. If the plant is overwatered then you will notice browning of the tips of the leaves. Overwatering harms the roots leading to root rot. This turns the branches brown. Avoid watering your plant for a few days. If the plant is under watered then the branches become twiggy and they dry up. You can prune the dried-up branches and give your plant some liquid fertilizer to encourage foliage growth. 2. Soil conditions Rosemary requires well-drained moderately fertile soil to grow well. Rosemary can tolerate all…
How to grow chives in a container
Chives is a perennial herb that is native to Asia and Europe. Growing chives in your garden can help to repel certain insects and attract pollinators. The leaves of chives can be used for cooking purposes. The commonly grown chives are namely Common chives and Garlic chives. Common chives can grow up to 15 inches tall and they are cold hardy plants. Garlic chives can grow up to 20 inches tall and these chives are not cold-hardy when compared to common chives. Chives are a great companion plant and can be grown next to corn, tomato and peas. Here’s how to grow chives in a container. Growing Conditions Chives need…