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Tips and tutorials for growing plants indoors including houseplants, vegetables, and herbs.

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How To Grow Swiss Chard Indoors (Seed to Harvest)

Published on October 16, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Growing Swiss chard indoors at home.

This shows how to grow Swiss chard in containers indoors year-round at home for baby greens and delicious, colorful stalks. If you love this idea, also see indoor vegetable gardening for beginners. … [Read more...]

How To Grow Pineapple From Seed (Two Methods)

Published on October 8, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Collecting pineapples seeds from the fruit for germination.

Learn how to grow pineapple plants (Ananas comosus) from seed using these easy germination methods. Instructions show how to collect and sow seeds. You can also grow a pineapple by rooting the top … [Read more...]

How To Care For Pineapple As a Houseplant

Published on September 19, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Pineapple plant with pineapple fruit.

These tips share how to grow pineapple (Ananas comosus) as a potted plant in your home with the right light, soil, water, and fertilizer. You can also keep the container outdoors during the summer or … [Read more...]

How to Grow String of Pearls (Semecio rowleyannus)

Published on March 29, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

String of pearls houseplant growing in a hanging planter.

This guide to growing and caring for String of Pearls (Semecio rowleyannus) is from the book, A Beginner’s Guide to Succulent Gardening: A Step-by-Step Guide to Growing Beautiful & … [Read more...]

Best Low-Cost Indoor Seed Starting Supplies

Published on March 27, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Seedlings growing indoors.

This is my low-cost setup for indoor seed starting. I use items found in any department store, some of which you may already own. There is no need for expensive equipment to grow healthy starter … [Read more...]

Top Indoor Seed Starting Tips to Avoid Beginner Mistakes

Published on March 2, 2021Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Seedlings sprouting indoors.

If you want to be sure your seeds germinate successfully indoors, this checklist will help. These are all the little things that can help or hurt your seed sowing. It also provides a good overview of … [Read more...]

How to Grow an Avocado Tree (Indoor Houseplant)

Published on January 18, 2021Last updated November 19, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Avocado tree in a pot indoors.

You can grow an avocado tree in your home as a houseplant, whether you started it from seed or a grafted plant. Find out what to expect and how to grow these tropical indoor plants. To … [Read more...]

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