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Easy Way to Grow Ginger Root

Published on November 3, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Growing ginger plant from ginger root.

These step-by-step instructions show you how to grow ginger root from the grocery store. By propagating the root you can grow a new houseplant that will also produce more ginger rhizomes (the part we … [Read more...]

How to Grow Flowering Bulbs Indoors (& Force Blooms)

Published on October 28, 2020Last updated October 27, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Forcing flower bulbs to flower indoors.

Forcing bulbs to flower indoors is a simple way to enjoy blooms any time of year. Options include tulips, paperwhites, amaryllis, daffodils, muscari, and more. Use the timing calendar to get flowers … [Read more...]

Christmas Cactus or Thanksgiving? How to ID Your Plant

Published on October 20, 2020Last updated November 20, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of different holiday cactus leaves for identification.

Need help identifying your plant? Find out whether your Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter cactus is a Schlumbergera or Rhipsalidopsis with these identification tips. To keep these plants growing … [Read more...]

How to Grow Mango from Seed (Easy Method)

Published on February 9, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Growing a mango seed into a houseplant.

This easy method shows how to grow a mango tree from seed using a mango from the grocery store. Eat the mango, save the seed, and follow these simple steps to grow it into a plant. You can also … [Read more...]

How to Make Super-Mini Bonsai

Published on January 13, 2020Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Miniature bonsai.

Love bonsai gardening? How about super-mini bonsai just a few inches tall? It’s the charm of bonsai crossed with a love of miniature gardens. In the new book, Miniature Bonsai: The Complete Guide … [Read more...]

How to Grow a Pineapple From the Grocery Store (With Pictures)

Published on January 12, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Growing a new pineapple plant from the top.

Yes, you can grow a pineapple plant from the top of the fruit. This shows you how to prepare the fruit, take the right cutting, and root it in water for a new plant. You can also grow … [Read more...]

How Often Should I Water My Houseplants?

Published on December 15, 2019Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Watering a houseplants by a window.

How often to water plants indoors depends on your houseplants and growing conditions. Plant choices, size, humidity, light, and temperature all play a role. I’ll show you how to come up with a routine … [Read more...]

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