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Growing an Indoor Farm There are many great reasons to consider veggie farming indoors: Grow your own food and know where it comes from and that it is organic.You can grow food year-round, regardless of climate and weather.Growing your own food minimizes carbon emissions from food transport.Indoor farming is an option if your garden space is limited. There are potential issues too. Do you have enough space? Can you afford the equipment and tools needed to get started?...

Growing Annual Climbing Vines A range of annual climbing vines are available to grow on a trellis, an unsightly wall or the fence that you share with neighbors. Annual climbing vines can also grow in containers or in the ground. Fast growing vines need little encouragement to climb, but may need training to grow in the right direction. Annual vines usually climb through the use of tendrils or twining. When growing annual vines, an inexpensive way of getting plant material is to start them from seed....

Read on to learn more catclaw acacia facts and helpful tips on growing catclaw acacias. Catclaw Acacia Facts Catclaw acacia (Acacia greggii) is named for Josiah Gregg of Tennessee. Gregg, who was born in 1806, traveled through much of the Southwest studying trees and geology and eventually gathered his notes into two books. In later years, he was a member of a biological expedition to California and western Mexico. Catclaw acacia tree consists of formidable thickets of plants armed with sharp, hooked thorns that can tear your clothing – and your skin....

Eugenia, a broadleaf evergreen shrub also sometimes called brush cherry, is native to South America and is grown in many other warm regions. With its bronzy leaves and small, fragrant, white flowers this plant’s long taproot helps make it drought resistant. Continue reading to learn about growing Eugenia shrubs as privacy hedges, as well as Eugenia hedge care. Eugenia Shrubs for Privacy Hedge Eugenia thrives in full sun and can tolerate a bit of shade....

How to Care for Hydrangea Indoors If the hydrangea is a gift, remove any foil wrapping. Keep in mind that hydrangeas sold during the holidays may not be hardy enough to survive indoors. If you’re serious about growing hydrangea as a houseplant, you may have better luck with a plant from a greenhouse or nursery. Move the hydrangea into a large container filled with high quality potting mix. Place the plant where it receives bright light....

The fruit is eaten regularly in Japan as a side dish, part of a Japanese cucumber salad, and as a pickle. Japanese pickles may be salted down to preserve them in a pickling process called Shiozuke, where they’re allowed to ferment. They are also pickled with vinegar. Japanese cucumbers are a cooling fruit, often served along with hot and spicy dishes. Kyuri Japanese Cucumber in the U.S. The Japanese cucumber is found in farmers’ markets and restaurants throughout the U....

Types & Uses of Lobelia Plants While there are numerous varieties of lobelia plants, only a few are commonly seen in the home garden—L. inflata (Indian tobacco), L. cardinalis (Cardinal flower), and L. siphilitica. Interesting enough, the name of Indian tobacco derived from the fact that Native Americans once smoked lobelia plant to treat asthma. Also known as pukeweed, doctors once prescribed the plant to induce vomiting. Although most varieties are compact, growing only 3 to 5 inches (7....

When to Sow Marigolds When to sow marigold seeds really depends upon your climate. Planting marigold seeds at the right time is important. Marigolds are very frost sensitive, so they should not be sown outdoors until all chance of frost has passed. If your final frost date is late, you’ll really benefit from planting marigold seeds indoors four to six weeks before the last frost. How to Plant Marigold Seeds If you’re starting indoors, sow the seeds in a well-draining, rich, soilless growing medium in a warm place....

Keep reading to learn how to grow a bamboo palm indoors. How to Grow Bamboo Palm Plants Growing palms indoors is relatively easy if you start with a healthy plant. Healthy palm plants have dark green leaves and an erect habit. Don’t purchase a plant that is wilting or has brown foliage. It’s wise to transplant your palm as soon as you can after purchase. Choose a container for the palm 2 inches (5 cm....

Solar Fire Information Solar Fire tomato plants have been developed by the University of Florida to take the heat. These hybridized, determinate plants yield medium sized fruit that is perfect for slicing into salads and on sandwiches. Sweet and full of flavor, they are an excellent tomato variety for the home grower who lives in hot, humid, and wet areas. Not only are Solar Fire tomato plants heat tolerant, but they are crack resistant and resistant to verticillium wilt and fusarium wilt race 1....

In order to successfully get a harvest before the freezing weather comes, you have to know when to plant chard in autumn. For a fall harvest, timing is everything, so plants have time to mature before eating. When to Plant Chard in Autumn Swiss chard is one of the wonderful foods you can plant in early spring for a summer harvest or in early summer for a late season crop....

How to Plant Yarrow Yarrow is most often propagated by division, so chances are you’ll buy your yarrow as a plant. Space your plants 12 to 24 inches (30-60 cm.) apart if you’re planting more than one yarrow plant. You can also start your yarrow herb from seed. Start seeds indoors about six to eight weeks before your last frost date. Sow the seeds in moist, normal potting soil. The seeds should just barely be covered by the potting soil....

What are Hansel and Gretel Eggplants? Hansel and Gretel are two different hybrid varieties of eggplant, both fairly new to the gardening world. They each won All American Selections – Hansel in 2008 and Gretel in 2009. Both were developed specifically to breed out some of the undesirable characteristics of most eggplants. There are almost no practical differences between Hansel and Gretel eggplants. Hansel has deep purple skin and Gretel’s skin is white but, otherwise, they both have the same qualities that make them great options for the vegetable garden:...

For example, lantana is a very popular annual in zone 5, used to attract butterflies. However, in zones 9 to 11, lantana is a perennial and actually considered an invasive plant in some warm climates. In zone 5, lantana cannot survive the winter, so it does not become an invasive nuisance. Like lantana, many of the plants we grow as annuals in zone 5 are perennials in warmer climates. Continue reading for more information on common zone 5 annuals....

Managing Unruly Herbs If your indoor herbs are too big, there are a few things that you can do. Some of the options include pruning them back, propagating them, and providing better indoor growing conditions to encourage stronger growth. Prune Back Overgrown Herb Plants Don’t be afraid to prune back your plants if your indoor herbs are too big. You can use the clippings for cooking or to make tea. Pruning your herbs will keep them growing well, which means more for you to use!...

Harvesting Honeysuckle Vines You can make a wreath out of most types of vines. You can also make a wreath from twigs, but vines are perfect because they are long and flexible. If you happen to have a lot of honeysuckle growing wild in your yard or neighborhood, it’s an obvious choice for wreathmaking. There are many uses for honeysuckle vines, including wreaths, baskets, and garlands. Fall and winter are the perfect times to harvest honeysuckle vines....

What is Bohemian Patio Décor all About? Modern boho style dates back to the 1960s era of free-spirited hippie culture. The term bohemian comes from the Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. As a style and culture, bohemian actually dates back more than 200 years. It was used in Europe to describe exotic and artistic individuals, including the Romani people. Today, boho is an updated style taking elements from this long history....

Should You Deadhead Geraniums? The first step in determining whether you should deadhead geranium plants is conducting some further research on the specific species you are growing. Though common bedding geraniums are often found at garden centers, there are actually hundreds of types within the genus Geranium. Furthermore, the use of the term “geranium” as a common name can lead to further confusion regarding their growth and maintenance. Fortunately, deadheading is considered to be beneficial to most annual plants — more specifically, those which are repeat bloomers....

This fascinating, hardy tree can live a century or more and can reach heights in excess of 100 feet (30.5 m.). In fact, one tree in China reached a grand height of 140 feet (42.5 m.). As you might imagine, fertilizing ginkgo trees is rarely necessary and the tree is adept at managing on its own. However, you may want to feed the tree lightly if growth is slow – ginkgo usually grows about 12 inches (30....

Why Grow Indoor Herbs If you have ever grown herbs outside in a garden, you know how easily they grow. Planting indoor herbs is not much different. Furthermore, an indoor herb garden can be in your kitchen on the window sill right at your fingertips for when you’re making that special recipe. So you might be asking yourself, “How do I grow indoor herbs?” You will find that planting indoor herbs isn’t much different than growing them outside except for the quantity you can grow....