The smell of freshly brewed coffee in the morning is a sure way to get you motivated, but is there also something you could do with the leftover grinds? Can you use them as a natural way to deter certain pests, or rather: “Do coffee grounds repel rabbits?”. We’ll answer this question and also introduce…
I have been growing fruit trees for a long time, and believe me when I say that nothing is as enjoyable as planting avocado seeds and watching them grow! Believe it or not, the avocado tree can live for more than two hundred years! But, of course, everything starts with the seeds. In this article,…
Let’s talk about an awesome gardening hack – making your own organic liquid fertilizer that you can use to fertilize fruit and veggies in your garden. All you will need are some plants, brown sugar, water, a rubber band, and a jar! This is all you need to make your own organic fertilizer without any…
Keeping your lawn nice and tidy can sometimes be tiring. In addition to constant mowing, you will also have to aerate and dethatch your lawn. However, we wouldn’t do such things if they didn’t help the lawn to look its absolute best. A thin layer of thatch can sometimes be beneficial to your lawn, but…
Peppers are one of the most commonly grown veggies, and for good reason; these plants are easy to maintain and taste amazing! You can grow peppers anywhere – in garden beds, greenhouses, and even in pots. Unfortunately, peppers aren’t completely problem-free, and some issues may quickly occur if all their requirements aren’t met. The leaves…
Growing lemons in your garden and having fresh lemon juice all the time is awesome! You can even grow a lemon tree indoors. If you plan on growing a lemon tree (Citrus limon), then you should get familiar with its life cycle. This citrus tree tends to grow a lot quicker than other trees. What’s…
Setting up a greenhouse so you can grow your veggies in ideal conditions is an excellent way to improve your overall yield. However, there is one thing about greenhouses that has inspired many debates online: the watering system. Of course, you can always irrigate your plants manually, but there are some interesting setups you could…
Growing herbs in your own garden has many benefits, and one of them is an endless supply of rosemary and basil, the two main herbs for good pasta! Some other benefits of having a herb garden include attracting pollinators and other beneficial insects, repelling pests, etc. A herb companion planting chart can really help you…
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits of all time! Many researchers have discussed the nutritional values of these fantastic fruits; and some claim that bananas aren’t as good for our health as was first thought. However, there are many more who think the opposite, and I am one of them! Plant growers use…
To make a prize-winning hot sauce or Mexican Chile Rellenos, you need high-quality peppers. And where can you get better ones than from your own garden? This article offers 25 different hot and sweet peppers to grow, so you can prepare various dishes from different cuisines. We’ll discuss their appearance, taste, and the time it…
Broccoli is one of the tastiest veggies ever – unless you ask kids! Gardeners love these plants as they are so easy to maintain. You don’t need to put in too much effort, and you’ll still have enough broccoli to feed the whole neighborhood! The crucial factor of proper planting is knowing the perfect broccoli…
Growing rosemary in a pot is a great way to have this culinary herb at hand whenever you’re trying out new fish recipes, seasoning soups, or simply want to add a nice kick to your tuna salad. Choosing the best rosemary planter and how to grow rosemary in it once you do, are two things…
Companion planting is a gardening hack that has been used for quite some time now. It refers to planting certain fruits, veggies, or herbs close to each other so they can have better growth and an improved harvest. For instance, Nasturtium has shown to be a great companion plant that can attract pollinators and beneficial…
We all understand the importance of adding organic matter and nutrients to natural soil, potting mediums, etc., but how do you decide what to use? There are composts and fertilizers, but which one is better? How and when should you use them? These are all questions that we’ll tackle in this article, together with examining…
Growing bamboo hedges is an excellent way of giving your garden a new look and getting some privacy at the same time. It may seem a bit difficult to do, as you may not know where exactly to start your live bamboo fence, which variety to choose, or how to plant it. However, there are…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate, and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Growing your own veggies is an incredibly rewarding pastime! You can relax, connect with nature and the soil, and get some organic food to eat. However, starting your own container or vegetable garden isn’t…
Container gardening is so fun and rewarding! You will be able to grow lots of fruits and veggies with container gardening, so you will be able to have fresh veggies without even leaving your apartment! It is easier and more convenient because you don’t have to deal with annoying critters and weeds, and your plant…
I’m not sure I can name a person who doesn’t like carrots. They are delicious and make any dish better. Well, gardeners also love these beauties. They are pretty easy to grow, and if you live in colder areas, carrots can be happy in outdoor gardens, too! And if you don’t have enough space, you…
Blackberries are a delicious fruit that we can use to make jams, juices, and drinks or to enrich our apple crumble pie. I’ve always said there’s nothing like homegrown fruits and veggies, and once you taste the fruits of your labor, you’ll know this immediately. Therefore, planting and growing a couple of blackberry bushes might…
When it comes to onions, there are so many amazing options to choose from, whether it’s red onions, yellow onions, leeks, or shallots! I’m sure you love onions, just like I do, but you might be surprised to hear that onions are used in biological experiments. More precisely, it’s the onion roots that are used…
Growing Avocado plants indoors has become quite popular these days, especially with the famous Avocado toast trend that has gone viral all over TikTok! There are also many tips and tricks on how to grow avocados indoors because it might be tricky to grow a plant that will produce full-size avocados. Though it might be…
The Cherokee Princess dogwood is a deciduous tree that is relatively easy to grow. It needs just a bit of light and water to transform your garden into a place straight out of a fairy tale! Its attractive white blooms and incredible red leaves in the fall make it one of the favorite centerpieces of…
Growing vegetables in Arizona does not allow for following regular gardening rules where you plant seeds in early spring and wait for the plant to grow during summer. Since Arizona is located in a desert region, the temperatures can rise to a flaming 105 degrees Fahrenheit! We can barely get through these hot summer days,…
Sunshine ligustrum is an evergreen shrub that adorns front yards and rims patios all over the world. If you want to add this wonderful plant to your garden, you’ll definitely need to learn how to care for a sunshine ligustrum in winter. Luckily for you, this article contains everything you need to know about the…
I once told my friend that basil is my favorite Italian herb as I thought it was native to Italy; I mean, they use it all the time there. It’s actually Indian, so try to remember that, especially if some of your friends are from India (thank me later). Growers describe basil as a low-maintenance…
Acid and gardening, yes, you read it right. Although it sounds contradictory, this combination is not only possible but also beneficial! For those gardeners who have heard about humic acid, I will tell you when to apply humic acid, and for beginners, I’ll tell you more about the benefits and usage of this type of…
Before I started growing plants, I didn’t know that there were so many types of grasses. Honestly, they all looked similar, and I used to mistake them for other plant types. However, I fell in love with grass when I entered the gardening world. I was intrigued by the stunning appearance of the different types….
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Setting up an elevated garden bed has its perks, but it’s not an easy task. You have to set up a whole structure using pallets, railroad ties (or some other material of your choice),…
Yum! Yum! Yum! Let’s talk about my favorite vegetable – or should I say fruit? — tomato! Tomato plants are probably one of the easiest plants to grow in a vegetable garden, especially because they can tolerate being exposed to full sun throughout the day. In fact, they need the sun for growth, development, and…
You have probably seen little berries growing alongside the road or in your garden that kind of look like blueberries — these are actually pokeweed berries . I remember always wanting to try them as a kid, but my parents told me to stay away and I never really knew why. After doing lots of…
If your goal is to grow a garden where heaven meets Barbie world, then Pink Muhly grass is definitely the right grass for you! Pink Muhly grass, otherwise known as Muhlenbergia capillaris, is a perennial, warm-season grass type primarily used for ornamental purposes. This ornamental grass produces fluffy flowers that range from vibrant pink to…
Stumps can be quite a nuisance, and there are many homeowners that have dealt with dried-out, tree left-overs in the middle of their front yard! You see many palm tree stubs in Florida, where they are quite popular (palm trees, not the stubs), and we know how difficult they can be to kill. Thankfully, there…
The differences between monkey grass vs mondo grass aren’t always clear at first glance. However, the more you look, the more different these grasses become. The main difference between them is their size, but you can also tell them apart by carefully inspecting their leaves. Even though they have virtually the same care guides, they…
All pet owners know how annoying stickers can be, especially if they are all over your lawn! Grass stickers, grass burrs, pricking monsters, burweed, field sandbur sticker plants, sticker burrs, caltrop, yellow vine, sticker burrs, puncture vine, goat head, and burweed stickers… these are just some of the names of stickers, though they could all…
Celosia, otherwise known as Cockscomb, is an annual plant that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family, which is Greek for “burning”. The Greeks weren’t wrong; with their pink, red, orange, and yellow colors, they really do look like tiny flames when they’re all together! These plants are used primarily for decorating gardens. However, they are also…
Growers around the world invest their time and energy into cultivating cucumbers in vegetable gardens. These plants usually have a long growing season, which means you’ll have to wait some time for them to start maturing. But once they ripen, you’ll soon get tired of harvesting them every morning! Sadly, your cucumber plants may sometimes…
We all want to speed up our mowing chores and make them as easy as possible, which is probably one of the main reasons we buy riding mowers in the first place! It doesn’t matter whether we own a Toro , Cub cadet , or Country clipper; they can all break, make uneven cuts, and…
We all love adding berries to our oatmeal, smoothies, cakes, and what-not, so why shouldn’t we grow our own blackberries, blueberries, and red or black raspberries? These drupelets have many health benefits, and they taste amazing. However, have you ever wondered: ”Do raspberries have seeds?” Or is it just me? Of course, every fruit has…
Let’s talk about a perennial plant called creeping Thyme. Don’t worry, there isn’t anything creepy about it — they got this name based on their movement habits! These little creepers are often used as ground covers to protect sunny parts of the garden. The beautiful purple color of creeping thyme has caught the eye of…
Mowing is very important in landscape maintenance, and the invention of riding lawnmowers has helped gardeners a great deal. There are some great zero-turn mowers out there that make mowing a walk in a park. If you prefer Country Clipper Jazee One or XLT to Toros and Cub cadets, you might want to know that…
If you are a gardener, you are probably constantly fighting pests and fungi in your garden, much like many others. Some gardeners consider pesticides to be the most effective option for getting rid of these annoyances, while others tend to go in a different direction and use organic pest and fungi repellents. Whatever option you…
Container gardening is very popular nowadays; it is great for limited spaces and doesn’t take too much of your time. The great thing is that anything can make a suitable container if you ensure high-quality soil and good drainage for what you plant in it. Additionally, this type of gardening helps you avoid different diseases…
When researching certain plants and how to care for them, you will often come across the term neem oil. I’m sure you’ve heard about neem oil as a natural pesticide, but is it safe to use on plants such as tomatoes? Neem oil on tomatoes will protect the plants from pests and eliminate them. I…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. A high-quality garden hose is one of the essentials when it comes to watering plants and keeping your garden clean. Although we may find an older hose functional or try to upgrade it using…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. I know I’m not speaking only for myself when I say that I simply can’t wait for the summer to bring in my tomato harvest! Tomatoes are one of those vegetables we can always…
If you have just started your gardening journey and spot ants on your plants, you might be worried. We often think that anything small and crawling on our plants is a sworn enemy, however, that isn’t always the case. Let me tell you, ants absolutely love pepper plants . You will spot them easily, especially…
When you grow a pothos plant for the first time, you’ll be surprised a lot! In one of their growth stages, pothos plants will develop brown aerial roots. I’m sure the first thing you’ll do when you notice the roots is wonder if everything is okay with your plant. The answer is both yes and…
When looking for plant fertilizer, you’ll come across many different kinds, and each of them is different. It can be difficult to know which fertilizer to use, but there are three numbers on the package that will give you the answer. You can’t apply the same fertilizer to vegetables, flowers, and lawns, so learning more…
If you started your lawn from seeds, prepare yourself for a long lawn maintenance journey! At the beginning of grass seed growth, it is important to provide just enough water to keep them growing and developing. Watering your new grass seed is not as easy as you may think because too much water can easily…
Let’s talk about one of the most exotic vegetables, the eggplant! This nutritious veggie has a sweet flavor and a bitter aftertaste. Every vegetable garden should have at least one eggplant, mainly because it is extremely beneficial to our health and a great source of minerals and vitamins that help digestion and increase brain function….
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. There’s nothing better than homegrown tomatoes. However, if you have limited garden space then tomatoes from stores can work just fine. Luckily, you can now grow tomatoes in grow bags to get healthy and…
Almost every culture has some sort of potato dish in their cuisine, and for good reason! They are as versatile as they are delicious. Scientifically known as Solanum tuberosum, potatoes are widely cultivated and many cultivars have been developed to adapt to the harshest conditions. Potato growers know that it can take longer to get…
Growing watermelons isn’t too difficult, and much of it depends on the climate and weather conditions. One thing that can really help you fulfill this plant’s needs is becoming familiar with the watermelon growing stages. Before we get carried away by the details, let’s look into some basic specifics about watermelon plants: Those are just…
Asparagus is a vegetable that’s growing more and more popular, and many growers around the world have started adding it to their gardens. Deepening your knowledge about the stages of growing asparagus will result in increased yield, and the more veggies you grow, the better! Before we get into a discussion about these stages, let’s…
The coolest insects in the world must be dragonflies! I mean, come on, they even have the word “dragon” in their name! Some gardeners try to attract dragonflies to their gardens because they symbolize adaptability, transformation, and wisdom. It’s always special to see dragonflies, as they are rare insects usually found around water, though they…
If you have recently sown new grass seeds and the grass has grown a couple of inches, I’m sure your kids and pets are eager to run around on the new lawn while you enjoy a cup of coffee outside on a fresh summer morning. But, when can you walk on new grass? A freshly…
It’s always a good idea to use mulch or wood chips as ground covers, but which one is better? We have made a detailed comparison of both to help you decide! Wood chips are often referred to as mulch, or rather, wood chip mulch. When we say mulch, we usually mean bark mulch, although there…