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3 weeks ago | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths
Indeterminate tomatoes – also known as vining or cordon tomatoes – are those tall vining varieties that bear fruit all season long. They are the best option if you want a small but regular crop of tomatoes for slicing and snacking, though many varieties yield enough for making sauces. All tomato varieties can be broadly categorized as determinate or indeterminate tomatoes. This primarily affects the plants' growth habit and harvest time rather than which types of tomatoes you can grow.
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3 weeks ago | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths
Determinate tomatoes are the perfect solution for small spaces and container gardens. Their compact, bushy foliage makes plants easy to maintain, and they provide their crop in one big glut. The best determinate tomatoes are perfect for making sauces and canning but can also be enjoyed in salads and sandwiches. When choosing whether to grow determinate or indeterminate tomatoes, you need to consider your growing space, climate, and what you want to do with your harvest.
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1 month ago | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths
Knowing how to germinate seeds efficiently and quickly is an essential skill for all gardeners to master. Starting plants from seed opens up a world of growing possibilities and allows for a head start on the season. Even tender plants can be started indoors in winter and early spring, while it’s still too cold outside. When planting seeds, germination will only occur when they are provided with enough warmth and moisture.
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1 month ago | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths
Starting your own plants from seed is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening, but success often comes down to the right foundation. A quality seed-starting mix provides the ideal balance of moisture retention, aeration, and essential nutrients to give tender seedlings the best possible start in life.
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths
If you're looking for an orchid that isn't too fussy but puts on a stunning floral show spanning the seasons, then dendrobium nobile is the one for you. This elegant orchid blooms from winter into spring with a profusion of sweet-smelling blooms that last up to six weeks.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant
There are over 70 species of snake plant varieties, also known as Sansevieria. Many are desert-type plants, but several are tropical foliage varieties. Many types of snake plants are too large for home cultivation but there are still numerous cultivars from which to choose for the home gardener. is incredibly easy, and their attractive sword-like upright leaves make them a popular selection for houseplants.
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Jan 13, 2025 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant
With their ancient form and elegant art, bonsais are fascinating trees. The art of sculpting trees originated in China, although the word itself is Japanese. Only the rich and influential indulged in the practice and the resulting tiny plants were often prized gifts. The art later migrated to Japan where it became a cultural phenomenon, and still is today. Bonsai masters hone their craft with decades of practice and apprenticeships.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths
Knowing when to start seeds indoors is crucial to their successful sprouting. As living things, most plants have an ideal period for germination to promote quicker growth and produce the best possible plants. Starting them indoors can extend this growing window – resulting in more flowers or vegetables. Certain plants will even grow bigger and stronger, and develop healthier roots.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant
Christmas trees are wondrous symbols of the holiday season and fill our homes with festive promise. In the Christian faith, these trees represent Jesus’ birth and resurrection. For other celebrants, the tree is a symbol of hearth and home and a peaceful winter season. Picking the right Christmas tree is a cherished ritual for many families, so it is disappointing when things go awry with our evergreen holiday greenery.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Bonnie L. Grant |Melanie Griffiths |Amy Draiss
The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi)is a beloved holiday plant that, while generally resilient and trouble-free, can sometimes suffer issues. At best, the most common Christmas cactus problems may result in a poor appearance or loss of flowers; but in the worst cases, plants may suffer a decline in health and untimely demise.
