Garden Guides uses a knowledgeable team of editors, writers, and experts to create all our content. We dive deep into the ever-evolving conversations surrounding gardening and landscaping, striving to deliver the most current and helpful tips, strengthened by expert insight and tutorials from our talented team.
As we cover many fields of expertise, we make it a priority to ensure every beat remains fresh and comprehensive. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
What Vegetables Can You Grow Hydroponically?. Hydroponics is the process of growing plants in water, using nutrient solutions. No soil is required. There are many kinds of vegetables that can be grown hydroponically, including leafy vegetables, fruit and flower vegetables, podded vegetables, root vegetables and tubers, stem vegetables and bulb vegetables.
Read MoreWhat Kinds of Plants Do You Put in a Terrarium?. Selecting the appropriate plants for your terrarium is very important. All of the plants must be compact, slow-growing, and require the same growing conditions in order to survive. Use plants that need the same amount of water and sunlight. Small shade and water loving plants such as miniature orchids, begonias, ivy and fern are good choices for a terrarium.
Read MoreTypes of Privet Hedges. Privet, of the genus Ligustrum, includes 40 to 50 species of evergreen, semi-evergreen and deciduous shrubs. It is a member of the olive (Oleaccae) family. Privet is not native to North America, but various species have been introduced to the United States where they are widely used as ornamental shrubs and in hedgerows. Privet can become invasive, forming dense thickets and out-competing native vegetation.
Read More
