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How to grow avocado tree

First clean and prepare the pit by suspending it in a glass of water using 3-4 tooth picks along the sides of the avocado pit, for the bottom to hang into the water. Which side of the avocado seed goes in the water? The toothpicks should be supporting the seed so that the pointed halfContinue reading “How to grow avocado tree”

Blooming Air Plants

Do air plants bloom flowers? Yes, every air plant will only bloom once in its lifetime. Once the flower has dried up, you should trim off the entire flower stalk, as this will promote “pupping. Tillandsia “Pups” are simply new plants forming at the base of the plant. How do I get my air plantContinue reading “Blooming Air Plants”

DIY Butterfly Feeders

If you are looking to add more butterflies to your garden this year, you may need to reevaluate the plants that you have in your flower garden. Or, you could just make your own DIY butterfly feeder and I have a list to make ones that you can try. Adding a butterfly feeder to yourContinue reading “DIY Butterfly Feeders”

Creating a Sandy Terrarium

With so many amazing containers and varied ways to create them, terrariums are standing the test of time. Today I’ll show you another fun way we’ve come up with for creating sand terrariums—these adorable table-top gems. Succulents. Typically, we don’t recommend succulents or cacti for terrariums. They don’t like being wet or cooped up insideContinue reading “Creating a Sandy Terrarium”

Growing Pineapple sage

With its pretty bright red flowers, pineapple sage is named for the aroma and taste of pineapple when its leaves are crushed. It is a member of the mint family, and native to the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala. How to grow Pineapple sage grows best in a fully sunny area and evenly moist soil.Continue reading “Growing Pineapple sage”