If you want to cultivate basil to the maximum capacity, then you need to show the plants enough sunlight daily. Anyone that has a spot like a windowsill can grow basil well as this herb needs at least 6 hours of sunlight. However, make sure not to over expose them to direct sun espec...
Basil is a typical container plant, usually planted on windowsills, but it can also be used in gardens. To keep the basil plants in good health and healthy, you must take care of them and inspect the plant frequently for any insects. It’s also an excellent plant to plant close to toma...
Two summers ago, as I pondered how to address ground ivy(Glechoma hederacea)in the front yard, my husband stopped mowing there so the bees could feed on the plant’s early flowers and nest in the bare patches of soil between. By fall, when the ground ivy had continued to spread and I...
Renaissance gardeners were the first to cultivate sweet green peas. The cool climate of England is perfect for growing peas. The sophistication of peas growing in England and the development of new varieties there resulted in garden peas being dubbed English peas. Peas are legumes. Legumes are ...
Do you like the taste of basil in your dishes? Why not plant your own basil plant using pot containers? It’s easy and hassle-free.
How to Propagate Taro The ideal way to cultivate Taro is through root division or using corms. If you aren’t able to get what you need from an existing mature plant, you can use corms that you have bought from a supermarket. Ensure you choose ones that don’t show any signs of mou...
Likethyme– another popular Mediterranean nativeherb– oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial plant that is very easy to cultivate. It is winter hardy down to -20°F and even beyond with a layer of insulating mulch. Unlike tender annual herbs such as basil, oregano returns to the garden ...
Water peas sparsely with no more than 1 inch per week, unless the plants are wilting. We don’t want to encourage pea rot. But also do not let the plants dry out. If this happens, no pods will be produced. Gently remove intrusive weeds by hand. If necessary, hoe or cultivate, but...
How to Cultivate Lettuce Step-by-Step Procedure: There are two methods to grow lettuce seeds: It is possible to directly sown into containers or in the garden. Transplant lettuce seedlings planted indoors under grow lights or bought at a garden center. ...
There are lots more medicinal plants you can get free for your garden. Here’s more information onstarting a medicinal herb gardenif you want to cultivate more homegrown remedies. If you’re interested in growing more food with less work, you might find someperennial vegetablesyou can get as ...