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Plants that survive the heat of summer When the hot days of summer hit, many container garden plants slow down to produce flowers and new foliage, even if you're watering regularly. Beat the heat by filling your containers with these colorful plants that thrive as temperatures rise. Most come from warm places around the world, so they are often grown as annuals in cooler areas. However, you can spend many of them indoors and bring them back outside when the warmer weather returns. 1 Angel's Trumpet In full bloom, a good-sized angel's trumpet will stop you in your tracks. The drooping flowers are actually trumpet-shaped and can reach over 1 foot in length depending on the variety. The flowers emit a sweet, sweet fragrance after sunset. If you have pets or children, keep these plants out of reach, as all parts are poisonous if ingested. Light: Full sun Water: Plant in moist, well-drained soil Size: 6 feet or more Zones: 7-11 2 Agave Although it is not grown for f...

Gardening Tips to Make Your Yard More Eco-Friendly So, what is sustainable gardening? There is no official definition, but the idea is to reduce human impact on the Earth. Sustainable gardening practices at home include avoiding polluting chemicals in fertilizers and pest control, conserving natural resources, and minimizing waste wherever possible. You don't have to make big changes right away if you want to switch to sustainable gardening; Even something as simple as using natural weed killers instead of chemicals can help the environment. These sustainable gardening ideas can help contribute to a happier, healthier planet. 1. Go organic for sustainable gardening Going organic is an integral part of sustainable gardening. Using fewer chemicals in your garden is more ecological and cost-effective. If you're growing food for your family, gardening organically is even more important. Start from the ground up by creating good soil rich in nutrients and adding organic...

 6 ways to magically regrow vegetables in the same water Numerous articles on horticultural "hacks" assume that everyone has enough space for nutritious soil and plenty of plants. It will not be one of them. We know that these horticultural staples are not always readily available, especially if you live in a city. Fortunately, there are some vegetables that can be regenerated using only water and sunlight. The prototype behind replanting vegetable scraps in water is simple: plants are generally built to use energy from the sun and nutrients from the earth. A small glass or dish of water will not provide the same nutrients as hearty soil, but plants can still use it to grow new tasty shoots or soil-ready roots. Plants that grow shoots You can easily re-grow edible stems and leaves of some common kitchen vegetables by placing their inedible base in water. For best results, place these stumps in a sunny window and change the water frequently. Lettuce and cabbage On...