Joshua Sila

Nairobi

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Slash Your Grocery Bill: Grow These Plants

1 week ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Tomatoes offer high yield, versatility, and nutrients, helping save on grocery bills. Leafy greens like spinach and kale grow fast and provide vitamins, ideal for saving on food. Onions store well, are nutrient-packed, and useful in various recipes, aiding in cutting grocery costs. Nothing stretches a household budget quite like smart, homegrown garden plants.
Don’t Fall for These Potted Plant Myths

1 week ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Bigger pots can slow plant growth by holding too much soil. Drainage holes don't always prevent overwatering in pots. Repotting every year isn't necessary - observe plant behavior instead. Not everything you hear about caring for a potted plant is rooted in fact. While advice often gets passed from one gardener to the next, some of it is more myth than reality. Common misconceptions can leave your flower pots overwatered, poorly placed, or needlessly complicated.
The 5 Most Unusual Fruits You Can Grow Yourself

2 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Not all fruits are visually appealing, but weird fruits like Buddha's hand, horned melon, and star fruit offer unique flavors and nutrients. Unique fruits like dragon fruit and finger lime add a colorful and exotic touch to any garden while providing health benefits rich in antioxidants. Growing these unusual fruits at home requires specific conditions like appropriate USDA zones, ideal soil types, sunlight exposure, and watering schedules.
6 Show-Stopping Vegetables That Brighten Your Porch

2 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Multicolored tomatoes offer visual appeal and delicious taste, ideal for front porch gardening. Curly kale brings texture and nutrition to front porches, thriving in zones 2 through 10. Chinese five-color peppers add pizzazz with rainbow hues and fiery flavor. Who says vegetables only belong in the backyard? With the rise of container gardening, many edible plants are getting their moment in the sun, right on the front porch.
Lighting Secrets Every Plant Lover Should Know

2 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Lighting powers growth, structure, and color in plants. Understand direct vs. indirect sunlight for optimal growth. Supplement low light with full-spectrum bulbs and smart solutions. Good lighting is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — elements of growing healthy, thriving plants. While water and soil often steal the spotlight, mastering plant lighting can mean the difference between a struggling houseplant and one that flourishes.
Hydration Secrets: 6 Houseplant Watering Hacks You Haven’t Tried

2 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Build a DIY wick system for automatic hydration. Use ice cubes for slow and steady watering. Try decorative watering globes for stylish moisture delivery. Keeping houseplants thriving can feel like a full-time job, especially when it comes to consistent and effective hydration. For many plant lovers, finding the right balance when watering plants is one of the most frustrating parts of indoor gardening.
The Ultimate Lazy Gardener’s Spring Garden Shortcut

3 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Opt for a small garden bed - Less space means less work and more focus on high-reward tasks. Choose low-maintenance plants - Select plants that thrive on neglect for a stress-free garden. Use smart watering techniques - Water deeply, mulch, and set up irrigation for a thriving garden with less effort. Spring is the perfect time to refresh your outdoor space, but not everyone wants to spend hours digging, weeding, and sweating over a wheelbarrow.
Turn Your Weekend Into a Garden Win With These 6 DIYs

3 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Build a raised garden bed for added structure and control in your garden, improving soil quality and reducing weeds. Paint terracotta pots for quick colorful upgrades, adding personality and texture to your garden aesthetic. Create stepping stones for decorative charm, personalized paths, and to add creative energy to your backyard space. There's something deeply satisfying about transforming your outdoor space with your own two hands.
Turn Eyesores Into Eye-Catchers: 7 Garden Camouflage Hacks

3 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

Use tall trellises to block views, guide attention toward beauty, and soften hard lines. Turn old fences into art by adding color, outdoor art, and natural charm to shift focus. Repurpose structures into decor, shape ponds, build stylish enclosures, and display potted plants for creativity. A beautiful garden should offer serenity, delight, and a sense of escape. But even the most thoughtfully designed space can be interrupted by a visual nuisance.
5 Stunning Indoor Plants Perfect for Mom's Day

3 weeks ago | backyardboss.net | Joshua Sila

African violets bloom year-round indoors, making them an ideal and vibrant Mother's Day gift for all moms. Polka dot plants add a playful touch to any home with their colorful foliage, perfect for whimsical moms. Chinese evergreens are low-maintenance and suitable for modern and traditional moms who appreciate elegance and strength. Nothing says “I’m thinking of you” quite like a living, growing gift that fills a space with color, life, and love.