Avocado trees (persea americana) are fairly unique among fruit trees in that they are not self-fertile. In their natural habitats, avocado trees produce both male and female blooms on the same tree, albeit at different periods….
The avocado tree is native to Central and South America and has been cultivated for centuries. It produces a nutrient-dense fruit that is often eaten on its own or used as a key ingredient in various…
Although lavenders are a relatively low-maintenance plant, growing lavender in winter requires winter care best practices that you need to be aware of to ensure your lavender survives or is ready for the new growing season….
Before you chuck your old potting soil in the trash, stop and think! There are many ways that you can reuse it in your garden. Whether you’re looking to create a new garden bed or add…
Nitrogen is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, and its importance to all living things cannot be understated. Plants need nitrogen to grow and thrive, and without it, they would quickly perish. There are…
The nutrient solution for semi-hydroponics is one of the most important aspects of growing and cultivating with a semi-hydroponic system. As a gardener, you know that there are a lot of factors to consider when it…
Indoor plants are a great way to add some life to your home, but they can be a bit finicky when it comes to their care. One important aspect of taking care of indoor plants is…
If you are new to caring for indoor plants then it might at first thought seem obvious to use outdoor or garden soil for your planting. This, however, is generally a mistake as often outdoor soil…
Classifications of plants can be quite confusing, with many sharing similar characteristics yet falling into different categorizations. Lavender is one of those plants that is often miscategorized, with people being misled by its beautiful, sweet-smelling flower….
LECA are small round clay balls or pebbles and are sometimes referred to as hydroton balls. These balls have become a popular soil alternative or substrate for potted and containerized plants and can be used in…
Drainage is a control mechanism for maintaining moisture at the right levels of your growing medium to enable plants to thrive. For plants to prosper they need the right level of moisture and thus adequate drainage…
As gardeners, we are constantly regaled with tales of the magic of compost and how fantastic it is for plants and your garden in general. However, can too much compost hurt plants? Can excessive amounts of…
Blueberries are an acid-loving plant. Although they grow in a wide range of soil types they prefer a soil that is pH of 4.5 to 5.5. Using acidic compost for blueberries can help in providing the…
The UK’s Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has become deeply concerned that tomatoes and lavender plants could be under threat from imported pathogens and pests this summer. The organization has flagged up that the with increasingly warmer…
A garden fence has become more than just a function object of division. Instead, recent trends have seen the humble garden fence become a canvas through which gardeners can equally express themselves as much as they…
