Houseplants are one of the best things you can do for the health and enjoyment of your indoor environment. But not all of us are green thumbs–we need easy to grow houseplants that tend to thrive even when we forget to water them! Keep reading to see some easy to grow houseplants you’re sure to […]
Container Gardening
Succulent Pots: A Must for Happy Plants
Would you agree that succulents are some of the prettiest little plants you can grow? I seriously love them! Luckily, they take well to a variety of succulent pots and are very easy to care for. Today on Bless My Weeds, we’re talking about succulent pots. Stick around while I show you some succulent pots […]
Everything You Need to Know About Air Plants
Have you ever heard of air plants? The scientific name is Tillandsia, but they’re usually referred to as air plants because of their ability to get most of their nutrients from — you guessed it — the air. Pretty cool huh? They’re super low-maintenance, making them the ideal plant to keep in the office, at […]
Propagate Succulents in 4 Super Simple Steps
Succulents are pretty popular plants. In fact, they’re pretty AND popular. There’s just something about their rich, green foliage that has great texture and presence. And their easy care makes them a great fit for people who don’t feel like they have the greenest thumbs in the world. Once you start with succulents, you […]
How to Reuse Banana Peels — in the Garden!
Bananas are yummy, but they’re also practical. Want to know why? If you and your family love bananas, you probably end up with a lot of peels in your garbage, especially if you make banana cream pie or banana bread. But there is no reason to throw those peels away. In fact, they have a […]
How to Grow Bell Peppers in Pots
Nothing says summer like sweet bell peppers. On a salad, on the grill, or just sliced up and dipped — they’re a delicious part of the warmer weather. Even if you don’t have garden space, you can grow prolific peppers by planting them in pots (say that 5 times fast!). It’s easy! Here’s how: 1. […]
How to Grow a Grape Vine
There’s nothing like fresh grape juice or eating sweet grapes straight from the vine. No matter what kind you choose to grow, you need to figure out how to be successful. This includes caring for the grapes and encouraging proper growth, plus figuring out how to give direction to that growing vine. Here are some […]
10 DIY Trellis Ideas
When you have climbing plants and flowers, you need to put something in place for them to climb. Most people use a trellis, but that can get expensive — especially if you want a nice-looking one. Let’s take a look at some cute ideas to make your own garden trellis that looks fab and doesn’t […]
Delicious Berries You Can Grow in Containers
There is nothing like eating fresh summer berries you grew yourself. But what if you don’t have room for a garden? No worries! There are several varieties of berries that grow well in containers; here are some of the best. We’ve included some of the basics here, but follow the links for the specific instructions […]
9 Things to Know About Kitchen Gardening
It’s not terribly hard to grow a successful garden, but there are some specific steps. If you want to have a bountiful harvest from your kitchen garden, here are the most essential things you need to know. 1. Follow the Sun Sunlight is an absolute must for any garden. To grow most fruits and […]