YouTube Channel "Growing Green With Jay"

🌿 Welcome to Growing Green With Jay! 🌱

Dear Friends,

I’m excited to share that I have recently started my YouTube channel, “Growing Green With Jay,” dedicated to gardening, plants, and practical tips for growing green and healthy at home.

Most of my videos will be presented in my native language, but I will also provide English subtitles to make the content accessible to a wider audience.

I warmly invite you to visit and join my channel. Your Like, Share, Comment, and subscribe will mean a lot to me and will encourage me to continue creating useful and interesting gardening content.

🌱 Let’s grow together, one plant at a time!

Thank you for your support and encouragement.

Best Regards,
Growing Green With Jay 🌿

MJI

GARDENING IDEAS _ GARAGE, PORCH

GARDENING IDEAS - GARAGE/PORCH

A garage is traditionally known to keep pots and container in it. No matter it is large or small; everyone is interested to place some of their favorite decorative plants in it. You can find plenty of space here that could be utilized to have some beautiful pots and containers.

Here are some suggestions to decorate your garage.

TIPS FOR GARAGE GARDENING

Garage Garden

• If you are having a partially open garage then it is good to utilize the maximum of it. This type of garage is a blessing and you can satisfy yourself with the utilization of utmost area. Arrange delicate and soft stem at the shady area with less sunshine and put strong plants at the open part.
• You can also utilize the walls of your garage for a vertical garden. Small vines and decorative grass is the best choice to grow here. But you can also raise some fragrant herbs here. Many herbs do not require much of sunshine; you can hang one of your choice pots at the partial sunshine area for best yield.
• Plastic or disposable bottle may also be used to grow herbs and seasonal flowers. Cut the bottle according to form it into a container or as per your choice and consume it in a productive way. Show others your versatility and paint them with brilliant and amazing color combinations. They will definitely appear like huge butterflies in your porch.
• If your garage has no open space, no worries, you can choose a variety of indoor plants for it. Cactus and succulents are also good choices that do not require as much care and attention but they can mesmerize you with their amazing beauty and freshness even in less light.
• Shelf gardening is also an amazing idea for a garage. This will occupy the only single side of your garage but gives you life and energy in your dull and boring garage. You can place grass, herbs and low raised plants on your shelves.
• Some indoor plants can survive in artificial light, so if there is no sunlight coming in, these are the best solution for such places. You should read the articles related to such plants for a little more care, and the results will be marvelous.
• We have observed that many times people have grown various floral vines at the sides of their main gate that appear enchanted but also cover the gate lights. This type of plantation is very popular throughout the world. We want to suggest a little twist to it; why not you order a metallic or wooden frame that saves your gate light and gives a
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  meaningful shape to your routine growing vine. This shape could be like a big ball, a dancing peacock, a swan or anything that comes out of your brilliant mind. It all depends upon your creativity.
• As we have already mentioned that pots and containers are necessary for garage and porch. They look stylish if we paint them or give them a theme to match our home.
• If you have a large garage, you may spare some place to make rows for floral and decorative plants. It will add liveliness to your garage.
•  Bamboo baskets and bamboo fences are very trendy to decorate garage walls. Its
natural color is awesome but you can paint them with your favorite colors. 
• You can wind up some leafy vines at it or make it a vertical garden. 
• Kokedama pots are another beautiful option to hang delicate veins in them.

COCONUT WITH ITS MANY BENEFITS

Hi, my encouraging and supportive readers and viewers,

After a long break, I am back again and want to share what comes instantly in my mind. So, a refreshing and energizing coconut is a good start according to me. Let's start.

COCONUT

Copra, cocoa, coconut, Khopra, coconut Palm and Nareal are the other famous named of Coconut. Botanically coconut tree is from the palm family (Arecaceae). While its scientific name is “Cocos Nucifera”. It is also known for its unlimited qualities for health and beauty of human being.

Generally, the origin of the coconut tree is not specified but historically it is related to Indonesia and Indian Territory. It likes tropical weather and mostly found near the oceans and on the islands. Its seed travels along the oceans anywhere and settles down where find a suitable atmosphere. It is considered that its seed can travel more than 3000 miles and still can be good to germinate. Due to the fact, it is really difficult to relate it to any specific territory.

Coconut tree can be grown in both topic and sub-tropic areas. Its tree has a good height that reaches to 25-30 meters (Max 99 feet) with good nutrient conditions of soil and atmosphere. Generally, it gives its first fruit after six to seven years of its cultivation. After 20-25 years it reaches its bloom and gives the best that can be 60-70 fruits per year. It has a fibrous root system. 

The coconut tree is a source of a few very useful products i.e. coconut flesh, coconut water, coconut milk, coconut peat, and husk etc. Here we are going to mention a few of the benefits that are well known and approved by various researches.

COCONUT WATER

•    A good and healthy source of hydration

•    A healthy replacement of any energy drink after hectic workouts

•    It may help to prevent kidney stones

•    It is helpful to reduce Blood pressure

•    Coconut water may be beneficial against Diabetes, Vascular narrowing, and Heart diseases

•    Excellent source of Nutrients that also contains Anti-oxidant properties

•    Refreshing for skin glow in both ways either as a tonic or a drink

COCONUT FLESH/FRUIT

•    Coconut flesh is a good source of fiber

•    It contains Vitamin B, C, and E

•    A portion of nutritious food that contains not only vitamins but magnesium, calcium, phosphorous, minerals, sodium, and iron.

•    Botanically it is not considered a nut by experts, but still counted commonly in dry nuts and added in sweets and savory

COCONUT MILK

•    Coconut milk is not actual milk but it is extracted by grinding grated white part or the juice of fresh coconut flesh

•    It contains all the necessary vitamins and nutrients for health

•    Coconut milk is a rich and effective tonic for skin care that reduces spots and acne

•    It is lactose-free and can be replaced from traditional Cow milk, especially to those who have a lactose problem

•    When we place this milk overnight in a refrigerator, it forms a thick layer that finally led to extract coconut oil out of it.

•    By evaporating the coconut milk, a protein enriched powder can be made that is the good source of herbal protein to build muscles.

COCONUT OIL

•    It is edible and excellent for cooking

•    Coconut oil is low in cholesterol

•    It contains good cholesterol that helps to reduce weight

•    Gives strength to muscles when massaged

•    Brighten the skin as a massage oil

•    Moisturizes the skin

•    Shines the hair and remove dandruff and scalps

•    Antifungal properties kill bacteria. It is good to treat nails and toes fungus.

•    Strengthen the brain

NUTRIENT FACTS OF 100 G (3.5 oz) OF RAW COCONUT MEAT

Energy                     354 kcal (1,480 KJ)

Carbohydrates          15.23 G

Sugars                                  6.23 G

Dietary Fiber                        9.0 G

Fat                             33.49 G

Saturated                            29.698 G

Monounsaturated                 1.425 G

Polyunsaturated                   0.366 G

Protein                       3.33 G

Water                       47      G

Vitamins   

Minerals   

SOME MORE BENEFITS  

Coconut leftovers are also valuable in many ways. This is not only good for animals but also can be used for plants and kitchen gardening.

KITCHEN GARDENING

•    Coconut peat and coir are two useful products to lighten the soiling medium that helps to retain and drain water in a very effective way.

•    It has capabilities to take care of new seeds to let it grow in a good way.

•    Coconut husk, peat, and coir can also be added as an operational medium to make compost.

•    Gardening sticks can be made with the coir of coconut to stabilizing the delicate plants and veins.

•    kokedama pots can also be formed with the help of coconut coir and peat as they keep the soil moist for a longer period.

FOR ANIMAL

•    Leftovers like peals or husk after extracting coconut oil can be a good meal for animals and birds like cows, buffaloes, and hens.

•    Its husk could be a good vitamin enriched component to get quality milk from animals.

•    Coconut coir is excellent to make a laying bed for pets like parakeets, cats, and dogs.

OTHER  BENEFITS

•    Rugs and welcoming mats are an excellent example that is being made with coconut coir

•    Its coir is also used to make many decorative items,

•    Brushes are also being made with coconut coir for cleaning and construction purposes

GARDEN IDEAS - KITCHEN GARDENING

KITCHEN GARDENING

Kitchen garden idea

Wow! I just love it. My favorite way of gardening is Kitchen Gardening. You really do not need a lot of space for it. No need to worry about the large or small area to grow your favorite vegetables, herbs, flowers or fruits. Even a small container is fair enough if you are willing to start it. I have previously published my e-book on this topic that is too close to my heart. I am mentioning the link to my book i.e. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077L4NCC6

In my above-said book and from my previous articles, you can find basic techniques and methods to start a kitchen garden at home. My vision is to avoid difficult terms and be simple. Actually, my focus is to bring new ones or beginners towards this interesting and beneficial hobby. I do not like to impose my intellectuality that I am the expert, rather I like to provide an idea and let others choose their own unique style. I am targeting those who are hesitating to start just because they do not have the guidelines and encouragement. Well, here I am to encourage them with all my capabilities.

Kitchen Garden

Backyard, kitchen back door, side passageway, balcony, terrace, walls, rooftop and outer greenbelt are the best places to start a kitchen garden. Once you started it, you can find so many places at your home to expand it. Seasonal vegetables take less space to grow but the yield is unbelievable. With the passage of time, you can learn more and avail your resources to expand this hobby. Apart from interest, the organic plantation can be beneficial if grown at a lager level. Techniques are all same and the difference is just scale, domestic need one or two people to care while large cultivation needs more than two persons and good tools as well.

Organic vegetables and fruits are the need of time. Mostly, we find those vegetables and fruits in daily stores that have been raised with the help of synthetic or chemical fertilizers. Such vegetables and fruits are a threat to health. Many of us are now turning to organic foods as they have all nutrient values and no chemical residue in them. So, this hobby may help to stabilize your economic position.

The kitchen garden is not limited to vegetables and fruits only; you can grow as many plants of your interest at the sides of seasonal vegetables. But you need to be careful in this regard, as seasonal vegetables and fruits attract many bugs and insects. They could also attack other plants. You should prepare organic pesticides that are very effective and economical. These natural pesticides can fight against all types of mites, insects, spiders, and flies. You can find a detailed article in my other book on this topic. Please visit and purchase it for your ready reference. The link is https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077L4NCC6.

GARDEN IDEAS - CORNERS AND ROWS

Corner Garden - 1

CORNERS

A corner of your house can be fair enough to place some of the adorable plants. There are plenty of styles to opt-in beautifying this corner.

• Landscaping is one of the best ideas for corners. This can work even at shady corners where sunlight is difficult to reach. Obviously, low maintained plants like succulent and cactus can be placed there.
• The artificial or synthetic grass is also a brilliant idea to cover the surroundings. It will definitely give a natural feeling.
•  Hanging or vertical pots can enhance the beauty of your corner garden.
• Arrange to focus some colorful lights to portray the details.
• A small fountain or waterfall can also provide freshness in your corner garden.
• Place a small table with one or two chairs to enjoy your cup of frothy coffee at this leisure corner.
• There is difficult to make a fish pond in a corner so you can place a small fish aquarium by the side of your corner garden to add more life.

 ROWS

Normally, we make rows in our lawn or garden where we can plant seasonal and ornamental plants. But you can also spare one foot wide and 2-5 feet long row by the passage of garage or in your backyard to grow vegetables, fruits, and beautiful flowers. There is no limitation of width and length, you can spare as much as you desire or according to the availability of space. Directions are necessary element while planning a row because all plants need adequate sunshine and air to flourish.

These rows are good to grow few kitchen gardens related green vegetable like mint, spinach, fenugreek, celery, lemon, coriander, bell pepper etc. Choose 2-3 of them as all need a big place to grow. Many people do not like to have same all season flower plants. They can grow a variety of seasonal plants that provide the different type of flowers in it. Rows are a good suggestion to small houses as they can replace a lawn or garden.

PRECAUTION

•              You are required to strengthen the boundaries to protect your floor from seepage

•              A safe layer of cement or marble tile or marble crush with cement can avoid cracks in surroundings of rows.

•              Avoid excess watering in these rows.

•              Raise the borders with tough tile or bricks around the rows in order to avoid overflow of water and keep them clean. These rows do not give a beautiful look when they are in a raw form. To make it interesting, you can cover them with different color paints or colorful marble crush layering on them.

•              If your row is wider in size, you can plan to plant big plants at the backside and seasonal plants at front. Through this, you can satisfy yourself in all seasons with good looks, shades, and effectiveness.

•              Likewise, lawn and garden, rows do not require too much care. All you need to scatter the fertilizers timely and monitor watering schedules for your plants.

For an idea or reference, here are few interesting arrangements of corner garden.

You can make a same or alter these ideas according to your taste and availability of

space.

Best of luck and happy gardening.

Corner Garden - 2

Corner Garden - 3

Corner Garden - 4

Corner Garden - 5

Corner Garden - 6

Corner Garden - 7

Corner Garden - 8

Row Garden - 1

Row Garden - 2

Row Garden - 3

Row Garden - 4

Row Garden - 5

Row Garden - 6

GARDENING IDEAS- CONVENTIONAL, THE SMART CHOICE

CONVENTIONAL GARDENING

For centuries, people love to have a beautiful garden in their houses. A site map is incomplete without identifying a place for a suitable lawn or corner garden. Even spaces for pots and containers are also pre-planned. People have a strong interest in gardening; love to plant their favorite trees and ornamental plants on their lawns. They decorate their boundaries of lawns with beautiful bushes. Wait! We better not give an idea for your lawn. All we are going to illustrate the ways and ideas of gardening. We hope you will come with new and fresh ideas and beautify your garden in a good and unique way.

Following are the famous and routine types of conventional gardening.

GARDENING IDEAS

GARDEN IDEAS

We have an old relationship and attachment with plants; we want to see them around for beauty, sight, food, and freshness. Plants are our old companions that provide us fresh air, give fruits and vegetables for our food, strengthen our land, and play a leading role in changing the atmosphere. Plants have their solid role in our lives and we cannot ignore them. Either we live in plains or at peaks, they are everywhere with all of their loveliness and liveliness.

COCONUT WATER

COCONUT WATER

 Hi,

I am sharing my favorite drink that is, I know favorite to many. You guess right it is coconut water. Am amazing drink.

  

Coconut water

Coconut water is a famous natural drink in the world. There are many lovers for this refreshing and beneficial drink. All fruits and herbs have their own benefits but coconut is the one and only fruit that we can consume in any form. Its covering fiber is good to make various products like potting sticks, baskets etc while the coir is beneficial to enhance the drainage qualities of potting soil. Its nut is good for cooking. While we can extract oil and coconut milk for health and beauty products. In result, coconut either raw or reap has its own qualities in all the way.

Let’s have a look at the salient benefits of this fruit.

SUCCULENT

SUCCUlENTS

LIST OF MY FAVORIT SUCCULENT PLANTS

Succulents are marvelous to watch in your garden.They are easy to handle and, manageable in less care. They do not require enough water, sunshine, and fertilizer. I am going to describe some as below.

Buddha's Temple - Flowers

Crassula Buddha's Temple 

Let’s start with my favorite Crassula Buddha’s Temple Succulent plant. Its unique and interesting shape attracts everyone to have at least one in their collection. It grows in folds and raises up to 6-7 inches tall. You can have so many of its branches from all of its sides. It has thin leaves that appear in silvery-green or grayish-green. The most amazing combination is its flower bunch that blooms in white, red and orange colors.

Like any other succulent Buddha’s Temple, the succulent is easy to manage with less care, but they are vulnerable to some bugs and few fungal diseases. So, avoid overwatering and propagate it with new leaves or sprouts. Succulents are easy to re-pot when required.

MOTHER OF MILLIONS

Mother of Millions Flowers

Mother of Millions

Well, Mother of Millions is another unique and interesting succulent plant that needs best drainage soil to grow. You are suggested to use a commercial soil mix for succulent and cactus. If it is not available then you may add the good quantity of sand in the regular potting soil. This will also help to grow.  

It is a beautiful succulent but toxic also, that is harmful if ingested by domestic animals and pets. It is also harmful to humans and it is highly recommended to take all the precautionary measures when taking care of it or repotting it. 

ALOE VERA

ALOW VERA has many qualities, it is used in herbal medicines and beauty products. Its gel is edible but with a bitter taste that is difficult to swallow. But there are choices to use it, you may cut it into small pieces and wrap with milk powder. It can make it easy to avoid the bitterness and odor. Aloe Vera is a most common succulent that we can find everywhere. Like any other succulent it also requires not much care but if you are growing for commercial purpose then you are supposed to care for its fertilizer and pesticides.

HAWORTHIOPSIS FASCIATA

Another decorative plant that is most common in succulent lovers. It is Haworthiopsis Fasciate or Haworthia. Your succulent table is nothing without it. Once you purchase a succulent you can multiply it into many as they are very cooperative to grow in all conditions.

JADE PLANT

Did you ever hear about lucky plants? Jade has the fame to be at the top. People have firm believe that Jade plant is good for prosperity. That is the reason you will find it near the entrance and at the boundary walls as well.

SNAKE PLANT

Snake plant is also considered as a lucky plant to grow in the houses. It has also the qualities to purify the air. People love to place it near an entrance as the purifier. It is also a common and most known succulent in all.

LIST OF SOME MORE SUCCULENTS

These are the most common succulents and some more are mentioned as below. You will surely love to add them to your collection.

Moon Glow

Echeveria runyon Topsy Turvy

SPIRAL ALOE

TORCH PLANT

SUNSHINE

BURRO TAIL

HAWORTHIA COOPRI

PANDA PLANT

HENS ANS CHICKS

BEST CACTUS PLANTS

(CACTUS)

List of Cactus Plants

Cacti are thorny plants that are not common in commoners. Ultimately, most people do not want to place them in their garden in many countries. Although it is a very beautiful kind of plant. Yet, just because of its lack of popularity and knowledge, this plant doesn't get the rightful amount of love from people.

Characteristics

Cacti are basically of desert origin. Hence, they do not need as much care as compared to other kinds of plants. Usually, this kind of plants can survive in a severe atmosphere and with less water. Thus, due to its origins, the scarcity of water never affected its growth. On the contrary, overwatering can harm it very easily.

Although they are thorny, you can still witness a lot of attractive and colorful flowers