A private place to relax with a tropical look is something many people strive for in their gardens. A place set apart from the rest of the world and possibly even set apart from the rest of the garden. In today's hectic word the garden, especially water gardens, are seen as private retreats where one […]
What a gardener can do to help a planet in peril!
As a gardener I wonder how many fellow gardeners are watching the CNN Special Planet In Peril, http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2007/planet.in.peril/. Most gardeners, especially those that like to push climate zones can without question state that there are climate changes going on. For example, here in Indiana, which has been moved from a zone 5 to a zone […]
Growing Protea
How wonderful it is when you see new seedlings popping their tiny heads above the soil. It is an exciting moment, especially when you may have waited months, or sometimes years, for that seed to break dormancy. The latest round of success here at Exotic Gardening Farms has been King Protea. Mind you, this is […]
Brunfelsia
Brunfelsia facinates me. The main reason is because I love night blooming plants. Although I have germinated many different varieties of Brunfelsia over the years, due to heat loss and other unexpected situations the only variety I have left is Brunfelsia floribunda which has survived for the past several years. This past spring I potted […]
Spring Gardening Tips
Spring is the time of year when many gardeners wonder about pruning and tidying up the garden. While it may be tempting to trim everything to make it look tidy this is not the best way to go. It is important to know what plants you are growing, when they like to be pruned and […]
Late Spring In The Garden
Late spring is the time of year when flowers are bursting open on a daily basis. The garden, for the most part, is a flurry of activity. Bees, hungry after the long winter are flocking to the opening flowers and dandelions to gather nectar. Butterflies are arriving. The birds are flying around looking for bugs […]
Cochliostema
Cochliostema odoratissimum was first discovered and named in 1847. Later it was re-named Cochliostema jacobianum by a Mr. Linden who introduced the plant at the Paris Exhibition of 1867. Mr. Linden exhibited the plant in full foliage and then sent the plant to England. The name comes from the Greek word kochlos which means spiral […]
Clitoria
Clitoria is an easy care-free vine that can thrive in a variety of conditions. Although this plant prefers well-drained soil it can thrive in poor soil or even sand and under various lighting conditions. The flowers of this plant are available as both single and double varieties. A little known fact is that they […]
Bird Of Paradise
Hailing from South Africa, the Strelitzia is cultivated worldwide. The most common, Strelitzia Reginae, is a rapid grower that reaches four feet high and spreads in clumps. The Strelitzia Nicolai, commonly called the “White Bird Of Paradise,” can grow up to fifteen feet high. Its leaves can easily be mistaken for those of a Banana. […]
Repairing A Neglected Landscape
Repairing a neglected landscape can be tricky. Deciding where to start first and then figuring out what you have to work with is the hard part. One of the easiest ways to begin is by clearing out all of the dead or diseased plant materials. Raking leaves, removing broken branches and picking up trash or […]
Soapnut
Soapnuts are a great natural alternative laundry detergent that you can grow right in your yard if you live in USDA zone 6 or higher. Soapnuts come from the genus Sapindus which contains about twelve species of trees and shrubs. These plants, also called soapberry, are native to warm temperate to tropical regions. There are […]
Colvillea racemosa and Eremophila maculata var. brevifolia
The plants in the greenhouse are doing so well that I decided it was time once again to dig into my seed stash to see what unusual seeds I could come up with. I have a nice stack sitting on the table beside me that I want to germinate over the next few weeks, however […]
There’s No Better Time Than Now To Grow Herbs!
I’ll never forget the first time I went herb shopping and that was the time I learned there's no better time than now to grow herbs. I read a book about housecleaning with herbs. How cool I thought. The lady who wrote the book talked about putting mint in her wash water, so away I […]
Early Season Preparation For The Garden Lights Landscape Up In Spring
Baby, it’s cold outside, but spring is just around the corner, so even if you don’t garden year-round outdoors, now is the time to prepare for spring. Getting a head start on the growing season indoors will insure your garden lights the landscape up come spring. Make a list of what you want to grow, […]
Citrus Plant & Herb Themed Garden: Using Mint, Lemon Verbena And Lime Balm For a Themed Garden Space
Are you looking to design a garden that is appealing and functional? What about a garden with therapeutic benefits and practical applications? That garden should contain plants bursting with flavor and scent as well as a nice place to sit and relax or maybe even entertain. A citrus theme garden, full of energy […]
Herbal Tea Garden Design: Using Mint, Lemon Balm And Chamomile For A Themed Garden Area
Here is a garden that is not only practical but you can have a lot of fun designing. A tea themed garden should grow herbs that are used for tea and be a fun place to entertain. Imagine creating flowerpots out of fancy tea kettles. Many herbs, such as chamomile, would look perfect in […]
Garden Soil Testing
Soil testing is essential for gardening success, especially if you intend to grow plants such as blueberries, rhodendrons or azaleas, that prefer growing in acidic soil. Garden soil testing will tell you the exact pH of the soil in your garden. Levels below seven indicate acidity, while levels above seven indicate alkalinity. A simple garden […]
Garden Year-Round
Save money and eat better by growing fresh fruits and vegetables year-round in your home garden, even if you live in the north! Fresh produce naturally tastes better than produce that was picked before it was ripe and shipped hundreds, if not thousands, of miles to your local grocery store. Fresh produce also has […]
Adenophora lilifolia
I planted these seeds on October 12, 2004. I placed them in a coldframe. They germinated on October 25, 2004.
Brunfelsia americana
First flowers from seed grown Brunfelsia americana. On December 4, 2004 I began soaking fresh seeds. They were in the water for about four days before I planted them directly on top of some vermiculite. On December 23, 2004 the seed germinated. The first flowers appeared on April 28, 2009! Join the discussion on […]
Abutilon
Abutilon are soft wooded flowering shrubs that are widespread throughout the world's mild to warm climate countries. Growing tips: Prune after flowering. Germination tips: Propagate from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seed cover the seed lightly with vermiculite. Temperatures should be between 72 to 75 degrees F. Germination can occur within 3 days. Flowering […]
Adenophora
I planted these seeds on October 12, 2004. I placed them in a coldframe. They germinated on October 25, 2004.
Rosa eglanteria - Sweet Briar - Apple Scented Foliage
This year I have decided to try to germinate some of my seeds in paper towels. Not only can I fit numerous paper towels in one of those plastic shoe boxes with a lid but I can check them every few days to see what has germinated. Once they do germinate I will pot them […]
Abrus
A modest growing forest vine native to tropical and sub-tropical Australia. Seeds resemble crabs' eyes and are poisonous. In India the roots are used to produce a licorice-like compound that is edible. Flowers grow in racemes and are white to deep pink in color. Germination tips: Propagate from seeds. Soak the seeds before sowing.
Abroma
Small open crowned trees from tropical eastern Australia. Growing tips: Abroma prefer sheltered areas among other trees and good soil. Germination tips: It is best to propagate Abroma from seed.
Abelia
Small shrubs from China and Mexico. Flowers from spring to autumn in a range of colors. Those colors are red, pink, mauve and white. Growing tips: Abelia prefer rich well drained soil in an open site. Abelia will tolerate some frost. Prune after flowering. Germination tips: It is best to propagate Abelia from new growth […]
Bulb Guide
Botanically speaking a bulb is not always a bulb. Many times plants are sold as bulbs and unsuspecting consumers do not know the difference between a true bulb, a corm, a rhizome or a tuber. Plants such as Oriental Lilies and Crinums come from bulbs which are a modified, shortened shoot that is enclosed by […]
How Long Does It Take For A Pineapple To Ripen On A Plant
Pineapples are exotic fruits that make great houseplants. There are many varieties of pineapple plants. Some are ornamental and some are edible. The various types are sorted by class. There are four classes, according to Purdue University, 'Smooth Cayenne', 'Red Spanish', 'Queen', and 'Abacaxi.' Once the plants are two years old, they will flower, then […]
3 Favorite Fall Veggies
Fall is the time to start enjoying more vegetables. It is getting colder. You would want your meals to heartier and more filling to warm you straight up. Soups, casseroles and stews laced with fall time vegetables are perfect for the cold weather. It doesn't hurt that you make these already filling dishes even healthier. […]
Product Review And Giveaway: Ultimate Plant Cage
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. As a gardener one problem I frequently run into is the ability to get light into the center of my plants. I grow a lot of tropical plants. Since I […]
Linkyo Stainless Steel Kitchen Compost Bin Review
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. You may be wondering what a kitchen compost bin review is doing on a gardening site, but if you think about it, it fits right in. Gardeners compost kitchen scraps - […]
Haus & Garten Pruning Shears Review
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Haus & Garten Titanium Pruning Shears Review My husband and I both were very impressed with these pruners. They cut really easily through some small sapling weed trees that pop up […]
Just Arrived: 1 Professional, Colorful LED #growhobby Light
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I've wanted to try LED grow lights for years - and had just trailed one right before the one from #growhobby. LED grow lights are different - and some of […]
Daily Indiana Garden Post - June 18, 2013
This is going to be a new feature of the blog - and although I hope to post on a daily basis, that may not always happen. You can always look at the previous post by clicking on the Daily Indiana Garden Post category to give you an idea of what might need done […]
Daily Indiana Garden Post - June 27, 2013
This is going to be a new feature of the blog – and although I hope to post on a daily basis, that may not always happen. You can always look at the previous post by clicking on the Daily Indiana Garden Post category to give you an idea of what might need done during […]
Aurosports Soil Moisture Meter Muddler 4 in 1 Review - YouTube
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades to talk about the Aurosports Soil Moisture Meter Muddler 4 in 1 she received for review. I love this 4 in […]
Today In My Indiana Garden - December 3, 2015
It's a crisp, chilly morning here in my Indiana garden and it feels more like November than December, but December it is. We are expecting snow later today and that is normal for this time of year. In the garden there are plants in different stages of growth. Some have died back for the […]
Cherry Blossom Series GHB CB003 + GHB CB005 LED Grow Lights Unboxing - YouTube
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com talks about and unboxes the Cherry Blossom Series GHB CB003 + GHB CB005 LED Grow Lights she received for review. These Cherry Blossom Series Grow Lights […]
Premier Tech Horticulture Introduces Its Fully Redesigned Pro-Mix® Retail Product Line in Spring 2013
Rivière-du-Loup - Premier Tech Horticulture, a Business Unit of Premier Tech's Horticulture and Agriculture Group, is proud to announce the launch of its fully redesigned line of PRO-MIX® retail products in spring 2013. With its attractive and outstanding new packaging, the PRO-MIX® retail products will continue to offer high-quality, ready-to-use solutions that can be […]
Hydroponics for Beginners: Indoor Systems, Vegetables and Tropical Plants
Explore hydroponics for vegetables, herbs, tropical plants and countertop gardens, with practical advice on nutrients, water, light and system choices.
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