Gardening | Farm, Food & Life

Grow a Bountiful Brussels Sprout Harvest This Season

Brussels sprouts are a cool weather crop that can extend your harvest season into the late fall and early winter months. These miniature cabbages produce dozens of small, edible buds along a thick stem. With proper care and timing, it’s easy to grow a bountiful harvest of brussels sprouts in your own backyard. Brussels sprouts…

Hostas Under Pine Trees – Is It Good?

There’s something incredibly serene about a lush garden, and I’ve always found that hostas have their own unique charm. These leafy perennials are not only captivating to look at, but they’re also perfect for those tricky spots under pine trees where many plants struggle to thrive. Here is a table explaining how to grow hostas…

How To Revive A Dying Cilantro Plant

If you’re like me and love using fresh herbs in your cooking, then having a thriving cilantro plant at home is a must. But what do you do when your beloved cilantro starts to look a little under the weather? Don’t panic! Just because it’s wilting or turning yellow doesn’t mean it’s past saving. In…

How To Revive A Dying Hibiscus

Have you ever noticed your hibiscus plant looking a bit under the weather? It’s heartbreaking to see any plant, especially an exotic beauty like the hibiscus, start to wilt and fade. I’ve been in this situation too, and let me tell you – there’s hope. It may seem challenging at first, but with some patience…

How To Tell If Orchids Are Over Or Under Watered With Photos

Orchids are beautiful, exotic plants that can bring a touch of the tropics into your home. However, they’ve earned a reputation for being finicky and difficult to care for – particularly when it comes to watering. It’s not always easy to tell if you’re giving your orchid too much or too little water, but there…

Sunflower Dying How To Revive It

Sunflowers, with their bright yellow petals and towering stems, are a joy to behold. But what do you do when your sunflower starts showing signs of distress? It’s heartbreaking to see them wilt or droop. I’ve been there too, feeling helpless as I watched my once vibrant sunflowers lose their sparkle. Don’t despair though! There…

How To Revive A Dying Mint Plant

As a gardening enthusiast, I’ve had my fair share of plant casualties and among the most heartbreaking was seeing my beloved mint plant on the verge of death. I know firsthand how these plants can become an integral part of your herb garden or kitchen windowsill. So, imagine my distress when I found it wilting…

How To Revive A Dying Majesty Palm Plant

If you’re anything like me, a dying plant is cause for concern. Especially when it’s your beloved majesty palm that’s on the line. Whether it was a gift or a personal investment, seeing this tropical beauty in distress can be disheartening. But don’t panic just yet! I’ve been there and learned that reviving a wilting…

Peace Lily Flowers Turning Green 3 Reasons

The charming Peace Lily, with its lush green foliage and stunning white flowers, is a popular indoor plant choice. But what happens when those beautiful blossoms start showing signs of going green? If you’ve noticed this happening to your Peace Lily, you might be wondering if something’s gone amiss. There are several reasons why peace…

Does Lavender Come Back? Answering

As a gardening enthusiast, I’ve often found myself wondering, ‘Does lavender come back?’ Lavender’s aromatic charms have captivated many gardeners and homeowners alike. But the question of its longevity often puzzles us. It’s not just about planting this beautiful herb; it’s about understanding its life cycle, knowing how to care for it, dealing with common…