Starting plants from seeds is one of the easiest ways to save money gardening. Seeds, soil, and containers are a fraction of the cost of buying plants from a nursery. Plus, starting seeds indoors gives you a chance to extend the gardening season before spring weather has arrived. You canRead More →
For some, houseplants are a way of life. You know the type: every shelf and windowsill is overflowing with lush green plants. While you can just get them another plant, there are plenty of other unique and practical gifts for houseplant lovers. We’ve gathered our favorite here. Who knows, youRead More →
I love growing herbs. There’s nothing better than grabbing a pinch of fresh herbs from your garden for dinner. And herbs are the perfect plant to grow for gardeners of all experience levels–they’re super easy for beginners and the perfect addition to a vegetable patch for seasoned pros. Plus, mostRead More →
Being a gardener and a pet owner can be a tricky balancing act, especially when you want to bring your gardening indoors. Houseplants are great for brightening indoor spaces and helping to keep the air clean, but you don’t want to add them to your home if they’re dangerous forRead More →
Aloe Vera is a fantastic houseplant. It looks cool, is easy to care for, and it creates a gel that is super useful for skincare. If you’ve owned an aloe plant for a while, you’re probably wondering about what the procedure is to repot your plant or even propagate it.Read More →
Urban gardeners are tight on space and make up for it with ingenuity and creativity. Often this means a lot of container gardening or growing plants and food indoors. Since their needs are different than gardeners planting in the ground, these suggestions are gifts for urban gardeners and anyone whoRead More →
Sprouts are one of the easiest foods you can grow yourself. You can do it indoors, at any time of year, with minimal gear and no soil or garden required! They’re perfect to grow in the winter and are fantastic for urban gardeners and apartment dwellers who want something fresh.Read More →
I love mushrooms. There aren’t many savory dishes that can’t be improved by adding mushrooms. But, it’s the one thing I didn’t have any experience growing myself. The whole process felt a little daunting, so when I saw that Back to the Roots sells mushroom growing kits that include everythingRead More →
Orchids are a beloved plant for many gardeners because of their beautiful flowers. For some newbies, orchids can be intimidating because their care is different from other houseplants and flowers. If you received an orchid as a gift, impulse purchased one from the grocery or garden store, or have ownedRead More →
Herbs are great. They’re easy to grow, indoors or out, and a great introduction to gardening for newbies. Not surprisingly, there are tons of gift sets and other herb-related gift ideas to give the gardener in your life. Whether they’re an old pro or a cook who is interested inRead More →