Cattails, scientifically referred to as Typha, are tall, reed-like plants that cover large areas of wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of ponds. Typha can be of advantage to an aquatic ecosystem in providing habitat for wildlife and enhancing water quality, but they also may become invasive and crowd a…
This tall, stately plant with its distinctive brown seed head is a staple of wetland ecosystems. Although it thrives in marshy situations, it can be grown quite easily in containers. If you do not have the space for a natural pond or wetland area, consider using cattails with container growing…
It’s likely that in this quest for a healthy lawn and bountiful flowers, nothing is consistently fought harder than the plants and flowers you actually desire: weeds. Weeds compete with the plants wanted to grow for nutrients, water, and sunlight, and many times, in this competition, the healthier plants are…
Ground cover plants can do an excellent job of covering the soil, thus preventing weed growth in a (English ivy)garden. They will turn a bald and empty garden green and lush—something which would require the least amount of mulching and weeding. Here are eight fast-growing ground cover plants that will…
The County Extension Office is a treasure for both gardeners/homeowners and agricultural professionals seeking out localized knowledge and support. Often, they are associated with land-grant universities and can be found in most counties within the United States. They offer much more than just answering questions. Knowing what the County Extension…
Pachysandra, also known as Japanese spurge, is an evergreen ground cover commonly preferred for areas that are shaded—where grass and other plants grow weakly. It’s low maintenance, dense in foliage, and forms a green carpet that greatly reduces weed growth, thus beautifying landscapes and gardens. Below is the complete guide…
Introduction Hedera helix, or the English ivy, is probably one of the more versatile and popular plants due to its attractive, evergreen foliage, together with its ability to thrive in most conditions. A vigorous vine that clings by means of small suckers on the stem, to walls, fences, and other…
One of the most common challenges faced by every avid gardener is the issue of invasive plants. The uninvited guests would likely overwhelm your garden, first by overpowering native plants, and then throwing off-balance the local ecosystem. Identification and management of invasive plants are thus very important for maintaining a…
Groundcover plants are the essentials of a well-planned garden; they provide other functions of reducing erosion, suppressing weeds, and aesthetic value by decorating the landscape. The following are some of the best groundcover plants that can effectively inhibit the growth of weeds in your garden. 1. Creeping Thyme HERADCESHMENT_THEME. Creeping…
The technique of grow mushrooms in logs is a primeval tradition, giving an added natural benefit to the entire activity. Sounds very eco-friendly and sustainable, not only theoretically, but lets one harvest very rich-tasting and nutritive mushrooms. These are some of the things you have to begin with to be…
Home mushroom growing can be a very interesting and rewarding experience. Probably one of the most available and self-sustaining ways is to use coffee grounds as the substrate. Coffee grounds are excellent for growing mushrooms because they are rich in nutrients and are able to hold water well. This walk-through…
Because of their easy culturing, soft characteristics, and mild taste, oyster mushrooms are assumed to the most commonly grown at home. With a little bit of knowledge and some basic materials on your side, you can go on raising your crop of this delicious, organic food right within your home.…
Introduction Lion’s Mane Mushroom is also known as Bearded Tooth Fungus, a truly unique fungus in terms of its very peculiar look and great healing properties. Scientifically, it is called Hericium erinaceus, and it is a traditional and ancient member of Chinese medicine that is swiftly taking over the planet…
Shiitake mushrooms are probably one of the most popular varieties across the globe and have a rich, savory flavor while having many health benefits. Their original habitat is in East Asia, where they were cultivated thousands of years ago and have remained in the food habits of many cuisines of…
One of the most interesting and rewarding mushroom-growing undertakings is the type that involves those of edible and medicinal importance. Fungi cultivation engages a number of factors contributing to the general success of this; one of them is the kind of wood used as a substrate. Wood is the preferred…
