Horticulture
What is Horticulture? Horticulture has been a vital part of human life for thousands of years. People across the globe depend on plants for food, medicine, and…
How to Trim hedges
Trimming or pruning hedges is so easy and simple if you do it the right way. Below are few steps to follow to prune your hedges. Steps…
How to Care for Solanaceae
Solanaceae, the nightshade, is a family of flowering plants. It includes 102 genera and more than 2500 species. These plants are economically important. Therefore, people cultivate them…
Juniper Berries and Their Uses
Juniper berries are most famously used to flavour gin but have been used by various cultures for thousands of years. Juniper “berries” are actually seeds produced by…
Garden Pruning Shears and Electric Trimmers
Due to the many tasks associated with gardening, horticultural practitioners need good quality tools, especially for pruning. The three most important types of pruning tools are…
Does Pruning Paint Work?
For decades, the accepted solution to protect tree wounds sustained during trimming was to use pruning paint or pruning sealer. These products were applied to open wounds…
Pruning Seasons For Common Plants
Knowing exactly when to prune a plant is one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening. By learning the exact needs of each plant, gardeners can develop…
Does Vinegar Kill Weeds?
Whether to save costs or to opt for a more ecologic option, there are many reasons to choose vinegar to kill weeds in the garden. You read…
Pepper plant characteristics
Peppers (scientific name: Capsicum) constitute a genus of 20-30 plants. However, only five species are what we know as truly cultivated peppers. We all pretty much know…
17 Types Of Pepper Plants
Peppers are among the most popular vegetables and fruits (yes, both!). Many of the world’s cuisines are unimaginable without their influence. It is no wonder – because…