Gardening

The Simplest Ways to Make the Best of Bell Pepper Plants

August 26, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

Bell Peppers in Containers

Bell pepper is also called as sweet pepper or capsicum annuum which is native to Mexico, America, Canada and Ireland. The plant produces fruits in different colors including red, yellow, green and orange. They are most widely used spicy content in the world. It adds both heat and flavor to your favorite dishes as it tastes hot and creamy but not aromatic. It sounds good if you start growing peppers in containers that guides your health and makes garden look beautiful.

Bell Peppers Nutrition: 100 grams of bell peppers contains 20 calories in it. Peppers are a rich source of vitamins, antioxidants, carbohydrates, proteins, fats and fiber. It also contains pantothenic acid, niacin, potassium, molybdenum, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B6 and vitamin C.

Best ways to Water Indoor Plants while you are Away

August 24, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

Water is a transparent and colorless substance that comes from rivers, lakes and oceans. Its chemical formula is (H-H-O). 71% of earth’s surface is covered by water and is vital for all living forms like human beings, animals and plants. Plants need water to develop beautiful flowers and tasteful fruits. It also helps to prevent plants hanging heads in summer.

When you water the plants you must have an idea about when to supply and how much of water is essential for your indoor plants. The main Advantages of watering plants are to keep the soil moist as they depend on moisture to promote the growth of roots. For flowering plants, it’s better to water (plentifully) once or twice a week rather than watering a little often.

Best Ways for Ginger Plants Can Make You Rich

August 24, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

How to Grow Endless supply of Ginger using Containers

You must be surprised to know how ginger in your home benefits your health. Planting ginger in your home has many advantages that also includes medicine, cooking and in beauty. Young gingers are juicy flesh with mild taste and often used as ingredient in cooking many dishes. It is originated in the tropical regions of Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, India, Indonesia, Europe and Thailand.

Ginger is a perennial plant with narrow green leaves and yellow flowers in the family of zingiberaceae. It produces white or pink flower bud that blooms in warm climatic conditions and leafy bud stems are about 3-4 feet tall.

Best Ways to Increase the Productivity of Your Blackberry Plants

August 22, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

Black Berries-Rubus

Black berry is a fruit in the family of Rosaceae. Berries grow wild throughout Europe and in some parts of the countries like Australia, New Zealand, Chile and North America. Berry leaves are food for caterpillars and some grazing mammals. Blackberries are red color before they ripe. This soft fruit is popular for its use in desserts, jams, jellies, wines. It is often mixed with apples for pies, crumbles and to produce candy.

The leaf, root and fruit of blackberries are used in medicine to treat diarrhea, diabetes, swelling, pain and prevent heart disease. It is also used as mouth cleaner for mild and throat irritations.

Nutritional Information: On serving 100 grams of blackberries it contains 43 calories, 10 grams of carbohydrates and low fats. Berries are free from cholesterol. It also contains proteins, vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, calcium, magnesium and iron.

The Simplest Ways to Make the Best of Basil Plants

August 21, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

Basil- Ocimum Basilicum

Basil is the culinary herb in the family of lamiaceae and is called as “king of herbs”. There are more than 160 varieties that spread worldwide. The herb is native to India and abundantly seen in Indonesia, Nepal, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Taiwan.

Basil grows to a height of 30-120 centimeters with light green, silky leaves. Leaves taste may vary depending upon the variety and flowers are small, white in color. Herb is sensitive in cold climatic conditions and can survive in hot, dry conditions. It can be stored in refrigerator for a short period.

Basil leaves are mostly used fresh in ice creams, milkshakes, chocolates, soups, drinks, desserts and recipes for flavor.

How Did Succulent Plants Become the Best? Find Out.

August 14, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

Succulent plants are drought resistant plants in which leaves, stems and roots become fleshy by developing water storing tissues. Because of this reason succulent plants are the best to grow indoors and can survive even in unfavorable conditions. Plants adopt to live in dry environments. In addition to succulence, plants also have various other water storing mechanisms.

It’s been wonderful to know about succulent plants that makes your room better. These succulent plants are easy to grow with low-maintenance. To start growing houseplants generally prefer succulents that are popular indoor plants.

10 Best Plants that Grows in Shade without Sunlight at Home

August 12, 2017 By Swetha Datti 1 Comment

Most of us have no idea that the quality of air can affect overall health. Houseplants add not only pure air but also improve your health. It brings the beauty of outdoors to inside and makes the environment feel more refreshing. Many studies show that spending time with nature or houseplants also helps to boost your mood and lower blood pressure. The 10 best plants that thrive without sunlight in pots are given below…

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How to Grow an Apple Tree from Seed and Grafting

August 9, 2017 By Swetha Datti Leave a Comment

Apple- Malus Pumila

Apple is best known for its sweet fruit and cultivated worldwide. They are originated in central Asia and grows vigorously in Europe, China, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan. Trees become large if you start growing from seeds. Farmers often cultivate apples using grafting technique that reduces the size of the tree. It grows to a height of 2-4 meters. Leaves are dark green colored ovals with margins. Blossoms are produced in spring with the budding of leaves.

How To Grow Mango Tree in Pot?

July 29, 2017 By Gardening Leave a Comment

Mango- Mangifera Indica

Mango plants are native to South Asian countries like India, Pakistan, Philippines, and Bangladesh. It grows to a height of 5-15 meters with the crown radius about 5 meters long. Leaves are evergreen with 15-30 centimeters long and 5-15 centimeters broad. Leaves are orange-pink colored when they are young and turn dark green when they mature. Flowers are small and white with 5 petals about 5-10 mm long and have the mild sweet odor. Fruit varies in size, color (yellow, orange, green) and taste. Unpeeled mangoes have distinctive resinous, sweet smell with the single seed (contains plant embryo) in it.

Mango fruits can be eaten raw or juiced. It can also be used in ice-creams, desserts, cakes, sauces, jams, smoothies, chocolates and also in cooking dishes for flavoring.

Nutritional Information

A cup or 100 grams of diced mango contains 60 calories, 25 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fiber, proteins, and fat. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin D, magnesium, calcium, iron, and potassium. It is also a good source of dietary antioxidants like ascorbic acid, carotenoids, phenolic compounds and beta-carotene.

What are the Best Vegetables to Grow in Pots?

July 26, 2017 By Gardening Leave a Comment

It’s quite easy and fun to grow your favorite vegetables in your home. You just need a pot or large container to grow them in your garden that produces tasty veggies and brings beauty to your garden. These plants attract honeybees, butterflies, and birds for pollination. Though plants take months to years to produce veggies they need proper care by providing water, sunlight, and nutrients to the plants. Here is the list of 12 vegetables that you can grow in pots at home…..