As you may have guessed, there are both advantages and disadvantages of container gardening. Sometimes container gardening is the only option if you’re living in either a rented space or smaller space. Other times, you might be able to consider either container gardening or a…
Learning how to create drainage for plants is an essential skill to have when you’re dealing with potted plants. Sometimes it seems like an unwritten rule that the best plant pots have zero drainage holes. This means that you have to get creative and find…
A plant humidifier can help many types of plants thrive during drier months. There are some types of plants that need higher levels of humidity than the average plant though. Today we’re covering both our top pick for plant humidifiers, and a few varieties of…
The best potting mix for vegetable container gardening can be tricky to find. Think of soil you use for your plants is the investment you make up front to get high quality harvests later on in the season. If you skimp on your potting mix,…
Leca is a grow medium that’s been trending in popularity in the gardening industry. We love using leca in gardening for a couple of reasons. It helps beginners regulate the amount of water their plant gets. Its also a reusable growing medium, making it a…
At Fig & Spruce, we love products that help us garden in small spaces. Even using plant stands and shelves, it can be difficult in an apartment or rented area to find enough room for more than a few plants. Never mind finding enough room to produce food to feed a family.
We’ve all done it before. We’ve all checked the moisture of our plant’s soil with our fingers. Its a good quick fix, or “rule of thumb” if you will (pun intended). However, a much more accurate and efficient way to check your soil’s moisture is…
A mushroom log is not a well known method of gardening when it comes to growing your own food. In fact, mushrooms are often overlooked when people consider growing their own food, which is a shame! Mushrooms can be grown indoors with very little light,…
Growing and harvesting microgreens is one of the easier ways to get started growing your own food. Microgreens are super healthy, and add a lot of flavor to salads, sandwiches, and more! We love growing and harvesting microgreens at home. So, today we’re covering why…
Grow tents are really helpful for indoor gardening, but it can be difficult to find a small grow tent if your space is a little tight. Often they’re large, bulky, and can take up most of the room. We’re covering our top picks for grow…