Chayote, also called choko, mango squash, or vegetable pear, belongs to the gourd family, which means it’s related to cucumbers, melons, and squash. It is, in fact, a perennial vine with fruits that look like pears. Many people want to learn how to grow chayote in their own backyards because they like its taste and […]
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How to Grow Holly at Home in 10 Easy Steps
Holly (Ilex aquifolium) is famous for being a Christmas plant, but did you know it was used in ancient times to decorate statues of Saturn (the Roman god of harvest)? It was said it protected people from evil spirits and kept woodland creatures and fairies at bay. Regardless of the reason you might like it, […]
Everything You Need to Know About Plant Grafting
As spring slowly approaches, so does the gardening season. Gardening is such a relaxing chore, and the result is that you will have a bountiful harvest. In order for your garden to be successful this year, there are many steps you must take. One step to consider doing is plant grafting. If you are new […]
Growing Garlic on Your Own: Planting, Harvesting, and Health Benefits
Garlic is not hard to grow and there are a lot of benefits of growing it. Fresh garlic cloves can make any dinner taste better, but there are also health benefits to garlic. Anybody can grow garlic and see multiple benefits in their lives. In this article you’ll learn how to plant, harvest, and see […]
How to Plant Daffodils (And Then Care for Them) in 12 Easy Ways
Daffodils are among the most iconic spring flowers, well-known for their bright yellow blooms and their persistence in the garden. They do not require special conditions to thrive and bloom year after year, but you need to make sure you have planted them properly. For this, we have prepared a small guide on how to […]
Bring a Bite of Color with This Guide on How to Grow Snapdragons
Snapdragons are those beautifully colored flowers with weird shapes that stay in bloom for longer periods of time. You can have them in your garden without much effort both during warmer seasons, but also when the cold starts settling. Here are a few tips on how to grow snapdragons and how to care for these […]