a bunch of dried medicinal herbs on a table
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7 Reasons Why You Should Plant Medicinal Herbs in Your Garden

It’s not just a trend in gardening to grow herbs for health reasons. It’s a very old practice that has a lot to do with health, healing, and human history. The reasons why growing herbs in your own garden are more important than ever today. Adding medicinal herbs to your garden, whether you’re an experienced…

a close up of a dragon fruit
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Growing Dragon Fruits in Pots: A Simple Guide for Beginners

If you’re looking for a fun and rewarding plant to grow, dragon fruit might be just what you need! Also known as Hylocereus undatus, the dragon fruit plant is a type of cactus that loves the sun, doesn’t need much water, and rewards you with vibrant flowers and tasty, exotic fruits. It’s perfect for rooftop…

a plant growing out of rocks as mulch in pots
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A Complete Guide to Using Mulch in Pots

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting into houseplants, keeping potted plants healthy can sometimes feel like an ongoing battle. One of the simplest, yet most effective, tricks you might be overlooking is using mulch in pots in your garden. You may have heard about mulch being used in outdoor gardens, but did you…

The Secret to a Perfect Pot Drainage System: Let Your Plants Breathe
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The Secret to a Perfect Pot Drainage System: Let Your Plants Breathe

If you’re a plant enthusiast, you know that the health of your plants often starts below the surface—in the soil. Some of the most important things for plants to thrive are light, water, and air flow. But good soil drainage is often overlooked. If you don’t have good drainage, your plants will get root rot,…

A hand holding a plant with exposed roots and soil above a pot
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Why Repotting Should Be a Regular Part of Your Plant Care Routine

If you are gardening in containers, then repotting is a very important step for your plant’s health and growth. You should consider it to be in regular part of your plant care routine to make your plants healthier. Just like people, plants can get too big for their space. A bigger office or a house…

A hand wearing gloves planting a seedling
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7 Reasons Why You Should Wear Gloves When You’re Gardening

People garden for fun, as an art form, and as a place to relax from the stress of everyday life. There are many good reasons to work in the garden, whether you’re growing food, pretty flowers, or just grass to keep clean, and so on. But we can say that gardening comes with endless benefits. And…

The Ultimate Guide to Composting: Transform Waste into Plant Food
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The Ultimate Guide to Composting: Transform Waste into Plant Food

In a world where we throw away piles of waste, what if we could turn it into something beneficial for the environment and for our gardens? Composting is an ancient practice of turning organic waste into soil that is full of nutrients for your plants. It’s kind of like recycling for your own garden. You…

Beginner’s Guide to Start Gardening: How to Get Started
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Beginner’s Guide to Start Gardening: How to Get Started

Gardening is like creating a little piece of paradise right in your own backyard, or on the rooftop, or even on your windowsill. If you’ve ever thought about growing your own flowers, herbs, or veggies but felt overwhelmed by where to start, you’re in the right place. Let’s dig into how you can start gardening…