How To Plan A Container Garden (Simple Guide)

aloe vera and lemon grass plants in nursery pots

Learning how to plan a container garden can completely change the way you see and use small spaces around your home.  Would you like a vegetable garden on your balcony, a herb garden in your kitchen, or a fruit forest on your rooftop? With some planning, you can clearly understand what it would take to … Read more

How To Grow Corn In A Pot (A Beginner’s Guide)

colorful dwarf corn

Learning how to grow corn in a pot is a fun way to get started with gardening, especially if you have limited space to work with at home.  However, there are several things you’ll need to know, including the best locations, proper size containers, suitable varieties,  amount of water, and so on.  In this article, … Read more

Can We Keep Aloe Vera Plant At Home?

growing aloe vera plants in pots

Yes, we can keep Aloe Vera plants at home in pots or in the ground, so long as we can provide similar growing conditions to their native regions.  Aloes are easy to grow and are beneficial to have in any home. However, they tend to grow abnormally if their basic needs are not met. In … Read more

Can Aloe Vera Grow In Water?

aloe vera in leca expanded clay balls

Aloe vera can grow in water, provided it receives the nutrients and light needed to function. Ideally, it should be cleaned properly and supported to keep its leaves above the water level.  However, many people who grow aloe vera would disagree with this idea, due in part to the belief that overwatering causes fungal and … Read more

Repotting Leggy Aloe Vera Plant (A Simple Guide)

repotting leggy aloe vera plants

Is your plant growing out of control? If so, repotting your leggy aloe vera plant can help it stay healthy, compact, and beautiful. Don’t panic! These plants are pretty tough but easy to handle. This is what makes growing aloe vera such a delight. However, there are some things you’ll need to get right. In … Read more

When Do You Need To Water Aloe Vera Plants?

young aloe vera plants in nursery pots

Generally, you need to water Aloe Vera plants at least once every 2 to 3 weeks during the warm, dry months and less often during winter or rainy seasons, allowing the soil to dry out between watering. However, when growing aloe vera at home, I would not advise you to neglect watering your plants altogether, … Read more

How To Grow Tomato Plants In Pots (Beginner’s Guide)

close up of tomato plant in pot with cage

Growing tomatoes in pots is a fun and exciting way to produce tasty tomatoes in limited spaces. We can grow them on our balconies, rooftops, or even driveways. The possibilities are almost limitless! But, the process is different from growing in the ground. As a result, there are some things we need to consider and … Read more