When I first started growing plants, I quickly learned that not all seeds are created equal. Some seeds just need a bit of soil and water, and they’re good to go. Others, like grape seeds,…
If you’ve ever planted a tree and waited and waited, only to watch it barely stretch its branches year after year, you know the agony of slow-growing trees. In New Mexico, where the climate can…
It’s time to settle the Philodendron Lemon Lime vs Neon Pothos debate. Which one should you buy? Neon Pothos and Philodendron are popular houseplants. They are low-maintenance. However, while many people may get confused and…
As we all know, most succulents are very slow growers, but cacti may just be the slowest! In fact, some species of cactus can take up to ten years to grow an inch (read up…
When one grows plants long enough, growing a plant up from a seed to a meal brings its own kind of satisfaction. As your garden grows, the difference in cost between using seeds and cuttings…
Autumn is here, and so is the headache of keeping your backyard clean from falling acorns all day. Picking acorns is one of the most frustrating tasks, even if you hate it. You can’t get…
When I first dipped my toes into lavender farming, I was captivated by the dreamy scent and endless fields of purple blossoms. It’s easy to think that all lavender varieties are the same, but I…
Crassula Ovata, also known as jade plant, money plant, and lucky plant, is a wonderful succulent that is often given as a housewarming gift for good luck. But one of the most common problems that…
When I first dipped my toes into the world of hydroponics, I quickly discovered the magic of cloning plants from clippings. It’s a no-brainer for beginners—clip, root, repeat. It’s so straightforward and effective that I…