Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. “Harvesting For Tomorrow: A Garden Aide” by Planty Friend – Elevate Your Homegrown Harvest Gardening enthusiasts, both novices and seasoned green thumbs alike, know that the journey from planting a seed to enjoying a bountiful harvest is …
Why should you mix your own potting soil? Soil is an extremely important part of your beloved houseplant’s overall health. Think about it… your plant will be living in the same soil for 1-2 years (depending on how quickly it grows). It will affect your watering schedule, how well the roots are able to …
How To Propagate Monstera The Easy Way Learning how to propagate plants is a necessary skill for any plant parent. These instructions will be specific to Monstera Deliciosa, but can be applied to any plant with a similar structure. Of course every plant is different and some varieties are more prone to root rot than …
drainage hole How To Drill a Plant Drainage Hole Making sure your pot has a drainage hole is a MUST when it comes to houseplants. One of the mistakes I made early on in my plant parent days was thinking I could just put rocks in the bottom of a pot and water carefully, …
Gardening is the perfect way to relax. You can express your creativity while also releasing pent up stress with this therapeutic activity. Keep your hands safe while nurturing your flowers by finding the best gardening gloves. I love these three gloves! There are several factors to consider when choosing your gloves. The kind of gardening …
Is Terracotta Right For You? If you’re new to indoor gardening one of the first things you need to decide is what you will put your new plant friends in. You can keep them in their nursery pots for a while, but eventually you’ll need to repot them. One of the most popular types of …
Hello planty friends! Spring is here! The days are getting longer, and it’s time to start your garden. In this article, I’ll show you how to start, what you should consider, and give you some great ideas to try in your garden this summer. Here’s the main steps: Make a garden calendar Evaluate your space Buy seeds Make a …
Hello planty friends! Q. What Is Propagation? A. Propagation is the process of creating a “clone” of the original plant by cutting off a piece and making it its own plant. Merriam Webster defines it as… Increase (a kind of organism) in numbers Q. Why Should You Propagate? A. Propagation is a great way to …
So, you’re a new plant parent, and during the sunny summer days your collection exploded! Now as days get colder and shorter, dim north windows won’t cut it. As winter approaches I move some plants onto a shelf with supplemental lighting. This has three benefits: Beautifully displays plant collection Improved growing conditions Efficient use …
Hello Planty Friends! Summer is here! This is my favorite season of gardening because summertime is when plants come alive and do their most. It can also be a challenging time of year because while plants are thriving, so are pests like fungus gnats… Pests are an inevitable part of plant care. It’s not IF, …
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