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Seasonal

Winter Indoor Gardening: What to Grow When It's Cold Outside

Keep growing fresh food all winter. Discover the best crops for low light, managing dry air, and thriving in heated homes.

Dec 12, 2025 8 min read
Troubleshooting

Overwatering vs Underwatering: How to Tell the Difference

Your plant looks sick but is it too much water or too little? Learn to diagnose the problem and save your plants.

Dec 10, 2025 7 min read
Plant Guide

How to Grow Lettuce Indoors Year-Round

Fresh salads from your windowsill. Which varieties thrive inside, lighting needs, and harvest techniques for continuous supply.

Dec 5, 2025 8 min read
Plant Guide

How to Grow Mint Indoors: Complete Guide

Fresh mint for teas, cooking, and cocktails year-round. How to grow it successfully and keep it under control.

Nov 28, 2025 8 min read
Beginner Guide

10 Easy Vegetables for Beginner Gardeners

Start your vegetable garden with confidence. These 10 crops forgive mistakes and reward you with impressive yields.

Nov 20, 2025 9 min read
Plant Care

How to Keep Plants Watered While on Vacation (7 Methods Tested)

Going on holiday? Here are the best ways to keep your plants alive while you're away, from DIY tricks to automated solutions.

Oct 15, 2025 8 min read
Guide

Self-Watering Planter: DIY vs Buy - Which Actually Works?

We tested DIY self-watering setups against commercial planters. Here's what actually keeps plants alive long-term.

Sep 28, 2025 10 min read
Plant Guide

15 Best Plants for Self-Watering Planters (Tested Results)

Not all plants thrive in self-watering systems. Here are the ones that do - and the ones to avoid.

Sep 10, 2025 7 min read
Beginner Guide

How to Grow Herbs Indoors: Complete Beginner Guide

Fresh herbs year-round, even without a garden. Everything you need to know to start your indoor herb garden.

Aug 25, 2025 9 min read
Deep Dive

Soil vs Hydroponics: Why We Chose Soil for Vertical Farming

Hydroponics dominates the industry, but soil-based systems offer surprising advantages for home growers.

Aug 12, 2025 8 min read
Troubleshooting

Why Are My Plants Dying? 7 Common Mistakes

Your plants are struggling and you don't know why. Diagnose the problem and save them before it's too late.

Jul 30, 2025 7 min read
Urban Gardening

Balcony Vegetable Garden: What to Grow in Small Spaces

No garden? No problem. How to grow vegetables on your balcony, terrace, or small outdoor space.

Jul 15, 2025 8 min read
Troubleshooting

Yellow Leaves on Tomato Plants: 8 Causes and Fixes

Tomato leaves turning yellow? Learn the common causes and exactly how to fix each one.

Jul 1, 2025 9 min read
Troubleshooting

Why Is My Basil Dying? 9 Problems and How to Save It

Basil turning brown, wilting, or dying? Identify the problem and rescue your basil before it's too late.

Jun 20, 2025 8 min read
Troubleshooting

Tomato Blossom End Rot: Causes, Prevention, and Cure

Black rotten spots on the bottom of your tomatoes? Learn what causes blossom end rot and how to prevent it.

Jun 8, 2025 7 min read