The Chinese money plant (Pilea peperomioides) is known by many names, such as the pancake plant and UFO plant, and is a popular houseplant all over the world. Not only is this because of its unique growth habit, but also because of how easy it is to grow and propagate. Chinese Money Plants: Overview and … Read more
Cucamelons, also called Mexican sour gherkins, are adorable little fruits that look like baby watermelons. Inside, though, they look more like a cucumber and taste like a slightly sour cucumber. Cucamelons are becoming a popular addition to gardens because of their size and taste, their prolific production, and better pest and disease resistance compared to … Read more
Americans drink around 146 billion cups of coffee every year. If it takes 2 tablespoons of coffee grounds to make 1 cup of coffee, that’s nearly 4.8 trillion gallons of coffee grounds every single year. Naturally, gardeners want to avoid waste as much as possible, and will seek ways to use kitchen waste to fertilize … Read more
The Hot Portugal pepper is a moderately hot, highly flavorful pepper with a variety of possible uses in the kitchen, while also being a great snacking pepper for those with heat tolerance. Originating in Portugal, the Hot Portugal first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century, quickly spreading to home gardens. In … Read more
Peppers are one of the most rewarding vegetables to grow. Spicy or sweet, a variety of colors, and with enough sun, space, and nutrients, they can grow into bushy, almost tree-like plants, giving you bountiful harvests every week until the frost comes. If you were like me last growing season, you had more peppers than … Read more
Radishes are one of the easiest vegetables to grow for both new and experienced gardeners. They mature very quickly, aren’t too fussy, and if you grow them in the early spring or fall, you will get some of the most delicious, crunchy harvests. Since radishes don’t take up much space, you can easily interplant them … Read more