Sumiit Gupta

As winter approaches, gardeners often remain stumped on keeping their beloved plants warm. Cold weather can have adverse effects on plants— curtailing their growth and …

Chamomile is a common name for several plants in the same family as daisies and sunflowers (Asteraceae). The plant species has proven health benefits. Chamomile …

Succulents are quite popular amongst gardeners due to their attractive looks and low maintenance requirements. However, like other plants, they must be tended to properly …

Beggar’s lice, also called stick tights, beggar ticks, or tick trefoil, is a perennial plant that “hitchhikes” on humans and animals to disperse its seeds. …

Basil is revered worldwide owing to its culinary and medicinal uses and its sacred status. The aromatic herb is reasonably easy to grow and doesn’t …

The winter period is usually a terrible time for outdoor potted plants, especially the ones grown for aesthetic reasons. Their leaves and flowers have either …

There are several interesting facts about cucumbers, including the mystery of whether they are a vegetable or a fruit. There’s also a flying myth that …

Planting plum seeds is an exciting project to undertake because it’s not only simple, but you also get to enjoy watching the trees you planted …

You must have already seen the banana tree. It is a tropical plant belonging to the genus Musa. The main highlight is its fruit which …

Most people grow Dill (Anethum graveolens) because it is a popular culinary ingredient and has various health benefits. However, the plant has a short lifespan …

It’s not unusual for potato plants to turn yellow towards the end of their growing season. In fact, it’s a big indicator that they are …

If you love leeks, wouldn’t it be awesome to have an unending supply of them? The long-established way of growing leeks is to sow them …

Zoanthids are colorful corals that bring vibrancy and aesthetics to any aquarium. They grow pretty fast under the right conditions and are easy to take …

Bonsai is an art form that has been around for ages. It is a Japanese term for the practice of growing miniature trees in pots. …

If you didn’t know, algae are not just the murky disgusting slime we see. They can provide some benefits when grown in a controlled manner …

Moles are small mammals commonly associated with rodents like rats or mice because of their similar-looking appearance. These mammals have velvety fur, small hindlimbs, and …

Aquarium plants are quite delicate and require a lot of tending. As such, it can be quite harrowing to see them turn yellow even after …

The Monstera deliciosa houseplant is also called the Swiss-cheese plant. It gets this name owing to one unusual characteristic of its leaves— they have numerous …

Zucchini is a type of summer squash harvested and eaten while immature. Often mistaken for a vegetable, it is a slightly sweet, mildly flavored fruit …

Squash is a famous summer vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked to a tender flavor. It’s soft and juicy on the inside and …