Do You Need Grow Lights Before Germination? | Germination Tips

Starting plants indoors from seed can be a rewarding way to get a head start before the main growing season or get started with an indoor garden. However, germination (the process by which a plant begins to grow from a seed) can sometimes be spotty. Some of your seeds might not germinate, or they might … Read more

Do Nasturtiums Keep Bugs Away? | Companion Planting for Pests

Nasturtiums are a highly underrated flower. They are ornamental, yet the flowers, leaves, and young seed pods are all edible and have a slightly peppery mustard-type kick. However, you may have also heard that nasturtiums make a great companion plant and can keep bugs away. There are some misconceptions about if and how they can … Read more

Can You Compost Nut and Seed Shells? Read This First!

If you love buying nuts with their shells, you likely have wondered if you could find a use for all those empty shells. Next time you have a large pile of nut or seed shells, don’t throw them out. Use them in your garden instead. Nut and seed shells can be easily composted, although being … Read more

Chinese Money Plant Care | Growing Guide, Tips, and Answers

The Chinese money plant (Pilea peperomioides) is known by many names, such as the pancake plant and UFO plant, and is a popular houseplant all over the world. Not only is this because of its unique growth habit, but also because of how easy it is to grow and propagate. Chinese Money Plants: Overview and … Read more

11 Must-Grow Sunflower Varieties for Cut Flowers in 2024

Sunflowers make great cutting flowers, but standard large-seeded varieties for eating tend to be too awkward for bouquets. Thankfully, there are hundreds of different sunflower varieties of varying colors and sizes to grow. Below is just a short list of some of the must-grow varieties of sunflowers for cut flowers, whether you want to make … Read more

6 Pepper Varieties with Black Leaves (and Where to Get Seeds)

Edible and ornamental are not mutually exclusive, especially when it comes to chili peppers. One trend in recent years has been to grow peppers with black leaves, which can create a striking contrast in your pepper garden or provide an edible treat in an ornamental garden. But be warned: ornamental peppers are usually very hot. … Read more