Houseplant Care Guides
Practical, real-home plant care — watering, light, propagation, pests, and seasonal advice, reviewed by experienced indoor gardeners.
Mosses Simplest of Land Plants
Mosses are the simplest true land plants which are able to withstand drought and grow in dry habitats, such as rock faces and stone walls.
Decorative Salad Garden
The Potager, or decorative vegetable garden, was created in order to show off some of the new exotic vegetables being grown in France as far back as the 16th century.
Mistakes to Avoid With Trees and Shrubs
One of the most common mistakes on the part of the novice in gardening is to think that any plant can be made to grow anywhere.
Children’s Indoor Gardens
Your child’s interests will suggest a theme for a scene that he or she will enjoy creating and caring for.
Rewarding Indoor Plants
The following list does not pretend to be complete, for almost any plant can be grown indoors for certain periods.
Deep Water Aquatics
These have floating leaves and flowers and thick tuberous rootstocks anchored in mud at the base of the pool.
Feeding and Watering House Plants
A healthy plant bought from a shop or nursery should be self-sufficient for at least three months.
Cleaning Houseplants and House Plant Pests
Cleaning houseplants regularly is important as plant foliage in the home collects dust just as the furniture does and, apart from making the plants look dirty, it impairs leaf functions and…
Best Manure for Light Sandy Soil
What would be the best manures to apply to a light sandy soil in order to make it more moisture-retentive?