Onions of all types are a mainstay of the home vegetable garden, and the Italian cipollini has gained deserved popularity for its sweet, sharp taste, and perfect size and shape for roasting or skewering. Cipollinis are available in white, red and yellow varieties. All produce onions between 1 and 3
When you think of mildew, you may think of fungal growth on a fabric or shower tile, but there are mildews that grow on plants as well. Powdery mildew is a fungus common to plants, trees and vines, and it can wreak havoc if left to its own devices. Though it does not originate from the same spores a
Tangelos are the hybrid trees between grapefruits and tangerines. Cultivar Minneola, developed in 1931 in central Florida, is more commonly marketed as the Honeybell orange. Minneola tangelos ripen in winter across the widespread orchard acreages in Florida, with peak season in January. After enjoyi
When creating a new garden bed, it is sometimes necessary to completely replace the existing soil. It may have been contaminated, have poor fertility or be otherwise unsuitable for successful cultivation. Calculate the volume of soil required to fill the bed by making a few measurements and doing a
Newly planted trees need attention so their roots grow and take hold in the new soil. Water is an important part of the growth and acclimation process of a tree when it is transplanted. Providing water can be challenging, especially if the tree is in a remote location that cannot be easily accessed
If your landscaping work is made to look less neat due to a next-door neighbor's overgrown hedges hanging into your yard, you may have some recourse. You may be able to neaten parts of the hedge yourself without asking permission. State and local laws vary, however, so be sure to research whether tr
With winter around the corner, preparing your perennials for cold weather is a must to ensure a vibrant showing the following spring. Winterizing butterfly bushes (Buddleia davidii) will help ensure the plant's safety and well being during its dormant phase. Winterizing is simple and requires a smal
Oregon vine maple (Acer circinatum) is a medium-sized tree that reaches up to 25 feet tall. The tree features palmate, or hand-shaped leaves. The cultivar Samara produces bright red when young. Performs best if given some afternoon shade and kept from exposed windy sites. The tree can tolerate full
"I think it pisses God off if you walk by the color purple in a field and don't notice it," says writer/poet Alice Walker -- and there is no denying that the hue grabs all eyes in the garden. If your garden plan includes purple hydrangeas, buy the right kind and prepare to get your hands d
When low-light conditions occur indoors and the home environment seems less than ideal for houseplants, it's still possible to grow a successful interior garden. Enjoying healthy houseplants in dim conditions requires selecting resilient, easy-to-grow indoor plants that survive and even thrive in li
The yarrow flower (Achillea millefolium) is a member of the Asteraceae family. The genus Achillea comes from Greek mythology--specifically the name of Achilles--in which it was considered to have healing properties. There are over 100 different yarrow species. The plant is native to Europe and Asia,
There are three ways to characterize how long a plant grows--annual, biennial, and perennial. A wide variety of plants fall into each of these broad categories. Carnation (Dianthus), a floral and garden flower with pink, red, yellow or white blooms, like all plants, fits into one of these categories
Artillery or shotgun fungus (Sphaerobolus) commonly forms on landscape mulch in the eastern part of the U.S. The fungus is not harmful to plants, but it can stain and damage surrounding surfaces.
Lucky bamboo is used in the harmony-creating tradition of feng shui as a "cure" for elements that are out of harmony. It is also popular as an attractive, easy-maintenance houseplant. Some plants come with their roots in soil, like most traditional houseplants, and others are grown in a bowl of wate
Garden lilies epitomize the most elegant characteristics of the large plant family Liliaceae. The group is one of the largest and most diverse families of flowers. Even among the genus subgroup lilium, there are flowers that bear little resemblance to their garden-dwelling cousins. Other genuses wit
Growing ferns indoors does not require extensive gardening knowledge. They are low-maintenance plants, but ferns grown indoors do need to be repotted every two to three years to give the roots room to grow. Fern roots do not store water well, and if not repotted, the roots fill the pot. This leaves
The Nikken PiMag Aqua Pour is a home water filtration system released in 2005. The Aqua Pour is a standalone filtration system that filters one pitcher of water at a time. Tap water is placed in the machine and runs through filters to purify the water, making it safer for you and your family.
Sweet potatoes can be grown at home, but gardeners must ensure the pH level is correct.sweet potato image by steveinnz from Fotolia.comSlightly Acidic Soil PreferredSweet potatoes prefer a mildly acidic soil pH level ranging between 5.6 to 6.5. This allows for most effective nutrient...
When planning a new garden bed or planting in an existing garden, consider plant spacing before you set out transplants. If you plant too far apart, you waste valuable space in the garden. Plants too close together compete for space and light and reduce the potential crop. Eggplant grows best from s
Annual plants grow for only one year in home gardens. Planting annuals in spring is a good way to maximize the amount of time you can enjoy these plants in your landscape. Several types of annuals are available for home gardens.
