Clematis is the queen of climbing plants! Old man’s beard, Traveller’s joy, Virgin’s bower are some of the common names for this popular plant. Clematis vines are so versatile that they can be grown on walls, pergolas, frames, containers, or left to scramble through trees and shrubs. They come in so many different shapes and colors and … Read more
Bananas are beautiful exotic plants with lush green foliage that are fast-growing and can give a tropical look and feel to any garden or home. If you are a fan of exotic tropical plants like us and want to grow banana trees but don’t have enough space or live in a cold climate, you can opt … Read more
Dahlias are so versatile – they come in so many colors, sizes, and shapes! The size of the gorgeous dahlia flowers ranges from 1/2 inch to 12 inches and more. There are daisy-like single types and fully double types with intermediate forms such as collarettes and anemone types. Dahlias come in every color except blue. … Read more
Sweet potatoes are one of the healthiest foods you can eat! They are a good source of fiber and are high in vitamin E and C and Beta Carotene – to name just a few of the nutrients. These potatoes will help you prevent heart diseases, maintain good vision, and boost the immune system. Growing … Read more
The radish is a cool climate vegetable that will give you many crops in a short time – we’re talking about a fast-growing vegetable here! They are very easy to grow and even easier to harvest, so if you doubt whether or not to grow them in your garden, don’t hesitate. If this didn’t convince … Read more
We are all aware of the irresistible fragrance of hyacinth, gardenia, iris, and many other popular fragrant plants that can easily turn our garden into a fragrant paradise. In fact, we have recently shared a list of our favorite, most popular fragrant plants every gardener should consider for making a scented garden. But 10 is a very … Read more
It is no wonder that farm-fresh foods are in demand. Everybody is trying to buy locally grown produce, which is better and more beneficial from the store-bought. More and more people opt for producing their own food by making urban farms or even rooftop gardens. If you don’t have the space to grow plants outdoors, … Read more
Have you ever thought about adding some drama into your garden by adding plants with black foliage or black flowers? All you need to do is google “black flowers or plants,” and you will instantly fall in love with the uniqueness and beauty of these specific black or almost black plants. They are perfect for … Read more
These heat-loving fruits with a long growing season are also known as Muskmelons and are well known for their net-like, tan rind and sweet orange flesh. Cantaloupes are members of the cucurbit family of plants (Cucurbitaceae), including cucumbers, pumpkins, squashes, gourds, and a long list of melons. They are easy to grow specialty melons with … Read more
Cucamelon is the cutest fruit ever! Just look at them – they are like tiny watermelons that taste like a slightly tangy cucumber. We are certain that once you look at them, you will want to have them in your garden. How to Grow Cucamelons? It is a true delight to grow them as they are so … Read more