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Starting a garden could be cumbersome. And adding the word "vegetable" before "garden" would double the pressure. But if you already are growing your vegetable garden, you may be quick to make a list of the benefits that it brings. So here are some of the reasons cited by most gardeners on why we should start a vegetable garden.1. Food SecurityProbably more than ever, the current situation that we are in could tell why we should start a vegetable garden at home-- for food security. Rather than stressing yourself over the sight of empty grocery shelves, or the anxiety of...

Whether you want to start decorating your newly-constructed house, or you want to change the vibe of your home, succulents will surely be a good choice to add some spice to your project. They would forgive if ever you forget to water them and most of them do not have thick foliage, so it's compatible maintenance if you don't want constant watering and mess around your sofa. Now, which varieties are at the top of the list when choosing succulents to care for indoors? Let's check them out!1. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)This tough-looking South African native grows stubby, branched stems...

A father is a family's hero! He can fix the broken sink, he can change busted lightbulbs. He can carry a refrigerator, and he can make the car squeaky clean! He can do all of these together with being excellent at work and being a good father to his children. And with all the hard work, our superhero deserves a treat even for a day in a year! Here are some garden-inspired gift ideas that your Dad would surely appreciate:1. A father's bouquet. If your father is not (yet) into gardening and you want to get him interested, a succulent/cacti...

A weird-looking plant family that has gained the limelight for years, the cacti, continues to be a favorite of the rising enthusiasts. Many gardeners have discovered the extraordinary features of cacti. But what can really be interesting about these "Pricks"?1. Weird is the new coolGone are the days that only plants with leaves and flowers are being collected. With over two thousand species, cacti are cool because they come in different forms and sizes. Some pups fit as a pendant, while there are desert-living ones that are as tall as a building. From the stone-like lithops to the fascinating mammillaria...

They've been around for some time. It may be your grandma's aloe vera or your newly bought crassula hybrid. These little plants called succulents have gained the spotlight for a couple of years now, and it continues to be a never-ending trend. These drought-tolerant, out-of-this-world beauties captured the hearts of enthusiasts of all ages. Aside from their aesthetic uniqueness, people love succulents because they are quite easier to maintain than their water-loving counterparts. Let me share with you some of my wrong mindsets in caring for these pricks and rosettes, and how to correct them. Wrong mindset #1: "It's for...