Gardening

If you think you don’t have to worry about pests because you’re growing an indoor garden, you’re sadly mistaken. There are common pests to watch for. When not taken care of, these pests can destroy your plants, not to mention your peace of mind. Some pests spread plant disease, and others can spread disease to […]

Vertical gardening offers many advantages for the apartment dweller as plants can be grown almost anywhere. In addition, you can use this type of method to grow a variety of plants. Understanding the basics will allow you to garden even if you are limited with regards to space. Choose the Right Location Location plays an important role in vertical gardening. For instance, […]

Using the right garden accessories, makes it easy to keep your house plants looking good. Even when you have limited outdoor space, you can still create a rich botanical scene in your apartment. It’s all about getting the right plant stands and garden tools in place to make for a thriving garden environment. 1. Gardening […]

Planning a gardening watering routine for your indoor plants can sometimes be a challenge as many plants seem to be fickle about their water requirements. Most people, in response, seem to water their plants too much rather than not enough. Therefore, it’s good to keep the following tips in mind as you develop watering “schedules” […]

You can grow vegetable gardens indoors year round, with the help of technology and some know-how. It may your only option as a renter, or you may like to germinate your seeds indoors and transplant vegetables outdoors when the weather is just right. Use these tips to keep your vegetables growing well: 1 – Set […]

Apartment composting is not an oxymoron. When new gardeners think of composting, the image that comes to mind is a farmer on a large property turning over a smelly pile of manure. It may be hard to fathom that you can achieve similar results in your apartment kitchen, but it can and should be done. […]

There’s plenty of indoor gardening help available, because more people are catching on to the benefits of having a garden. Renting used to make it hard to grow a garden. You don’t always have access to a yard, porch, patio or deck. You can only grow a few things in flower pots on your window […]

Living in a condominium presents intricate, yet manageable challenges when planning a garden. It is important to decide on specific choices including species, location, risk and potential rules to make your garden an enjoyable stress-free experience. 1. Abide by Rules of Your Condo Regarding Gardens Check your condominium bylaws for mention of any rules and/or regulations indicating personal or community […]

To grow healthy, beautiful plants, a good organic gardening fertilizer is recommended. Therefore, it’s important to feed plants on a regular basis with a fertilizer that has the right balance of nutrients. Usually, plant food containing an equal mix of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium will encourage maximum plant growth and health. Plant Health 101 In order to thrive, plants need carbon, […]