Is it true that the popular blue orchids, Papaver paeoniflorum and Papaver orientale, are real flowers? Some people, both experienced and beginning orchid growers, swear on this topic. They have pictures and illustrations of this orchid variety that they claim to be true blue orchids. These photos are often posted on internet gardening websites or…
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The first question that comes to mind when one hears of pot gardening is – Are concrete planters safe for vegetables? Well, as a vegetable gardener I will say this again – they are not safe. Concrete is not a good medium for growing plants. There are some exceptions to this however, such as using…
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A lot of people have interest in growing orchids from seed. But there are people who have an interest in the plants only for its ornamental value. Growing orchids can be very fulfilling but it needs a lot of hard work and attention as well. If you are one of those people who love the…
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When planning a garden in the not-so-distant future, it’s important to create a food gathering and planting schedule for 2021. Since microgreen planting schedules differ from locale to locale, it can be tricky to determine what to plant in your yard in an area that is receiving full sunlight. This issue becomes more significant with…
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When you buy a 2021 microgreen growing kit, you will be planting a new type of green. It is called the Eating Microgreens and it grows quickly. These are considered the fastest growing of all the green vegetables available today. There is no question that these are the most exciting vegetables to grow. The yield…
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There are several good reasons to be considering eating microgreens. Microgreens are essentially a superfood in a 1/2 cup serving, which averages only about 0.2 grams carbohydrates, 0.2 grams fat, and no more than eight grams protein. Microgreens are loaded with lots of essential vitamins, like vitamins A, E, C, B5, B6, magnesium, riboflavin, potassium,…
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Is your Venus fly trap turning black? The plant always seems to be vibrant green and active but as it gets older and darker it starts to turn color. The older the plant gets the darker it will get until it is almost black. Now there are several reasons for this including the way the…
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How to feed Venus fly traps to get them to eat your plant matter? Many people want to know how they can attract nature’s sweet rewards in the garden or flower bed. There is nothing wrong with wanting to attract healthy food to your garden and there are many options available. One of the easiest…
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One of the most common questions asked by new orchid hobbyists is “How hard can orchids be to take care of?” The truth is that there are really only a few things that you need to know in order to properly take care of your orchid plants. In this article I’m going to give you…
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How long do pitcher plants live? One of the most common questions about these exotic plants is, how long do pitcher plants live? They are among some of the most common plants in the world, and they are found in every continent. These plants grow fairly quickly, reaching maturity in only a few years. They…
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