Preventive spraying of pesticides, such as one specific to caterpillars – Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki (Btk) – requires regular applications. This will incur cost, time and effort, and is ...

Borage plants grow three feet tall and two feet wide and self-sow with ease so that you will enjoy their garden presence for ...

Celery is an important herb in Louisiana cooking. Herbs we grow as cool-season annuals include parsley, cilantro/coriander, ...

What's the trick to ditching synthetic chemicals and fertilizers? Use the power of nature to boost your organic garden's ...

You can grow herbs from seeds, of course, but going this route takes longer to achieve a full-sized plant. You can stick to familiar herbs like parsley, or perhaps you’re up for branching out to ...

Gardening enthusiasts are constantly searching for new plants that offer both beauty and practicality. One such herb that’s quickly becoming a favorite among gardeners worldwide is borage. Originally ...

Fast growing with break crop suitability, hemp can produce high-value fibres in a low-input system, with low nitrogen requirement, and minimal chemicals.

Growing sprouts is an easy way to provide home-grown food all year long. Sprouts are essentially immature, miniature plants harvested shortly after germination. A wide range of seeds can be grown for ...

The polka dot plant has a moderate growth rate, although that tends to slow in unfavourable conditions. Grow polka dot plants in peat-free house-plant compost in a warm and humid environment that has ...

Do you love to cook at home? Basil, a symbol of general fortune and health, is one of the most popular herbs to grow. According to holistic herbal medicine, basil leaves can treat colds ...

Yucca is a great plant for beginners as it’s easy to grow, tolerant of neglect and can be very long-lived. Unlike many house plants, it can cope with a spot in bright sunshine, so is a good plant for ...