When thinking about what you plant in your garden, you may think to yourself “I can use Styrofoam in a planter!” Many people do this, but they are wrong. Using Styrofoam is not the right way to plant your garden. If you want to plant flowers or vegetables, you have other options. Let’s look at…
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Vegetable planters are an excellent way to grow your favorite vegetables. However, not all plants are suitable for use with these types of pots. What are the pros and cons of using a resin planter over other materials? There are some definite advantages and disadvantages of using these types of planters for growing your favorite…
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Microgreens, as their name suggests, are very small, very sweet, very green. They can grow on plants just about anywhere that you can grow other plants. Microgreens are easier to cultivate than most other vegetables and are much cheaper to purchase than most flowers at the store. These succulents are unique because they can tolerate…
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Choosing the best microgreen medium to plant your microgreens is a very personal preference. The type of microgreen you choose can greatly affect how they grow and develop. Microgreens range from white, red, pink, or any color in-between. Most varieties can be planted directly into the garden, but some need to be first divided into…
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Are broccoli microgreens healthy? This is a question I have asked myself many times, and yes, they are! Growing your own vegetables is very beneficial to the health of you and your family. The main thing you will need for successful growing is good soil, nutrition, food, water, and microorganisms (good bacteria). In this article…
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Can cucumbers be grown in pots? Pot plants, also known as container plants, are a popular choice for people who are new to container gardening or do not have the space to grow a large garden. If you have the money and are interested in doing gardening as a hobby, container gardening is an ideal…
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Can plants absorb BPA? You may be surprised to find that they can. After all, it’s been more than a decade since the scare about dangerous chemicals took hold and research indicated that many common items were making their way into our foods. There are some things that stay the same, though, including phthalates, BPA…
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Can Pitcher plants do photosynthesis? They are one of the more popular houseplants among gardeners. Most people are aware of photosynthesis, which is the process of using light to turn food into energy. This is accomplished by the photosynthetic life forms that occur in certain plants such as strawberries, tulips and peppers. Photosynthesis works by…
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Can pitcher plant grow its own food? The short answer is yes. There are many beneficial plants that can grow and thrive on their own. The most common of these is the tomato. As long as it is given plenty of sunlight, has a plentiful supply of water and gets to be around other plants…
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The best knife for cutting microgreens is one that can cut the plant properly, especially if it’s a large variety of these plants. Microgreens are small, round, purple or red mushrooms that have sprouted from a root ball. Traditionally, they are used as food but more recently people have begun to plant them as an…
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