Stepping out of their traditional kitchen roles, vegetables are now donning colorful outfits and transforming into unique “houseplants” that will surprise you. Here are four types of vegetables that you can regrow from scraps and turn into beautiful decorations, as compiled by Bach Hoa XANh.
1 Sweet Potato
Not only does it produce delicious tubers, but sweet potato also boasts beautiful white roots that are perfect for growing in a glass jar or bottle.
How to do it:
Choose the right variety: Opt for the freshest sweet potatoes possible, or use ones that have already sprouted. Avoid moldy ones as they won’t sprout.
Prepare your equipment: You’ll need a transparent glass jar or bottle and clean water.
Planting: Place the sweet potato in the jar or bottle and fill it with water, making sure it doesn’t cover more than half of the tuber.
Care instructions:
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Regularly change the water to prevent the tuber from rotting.
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After some time, the sweet potato will develop white roots and sprout new shoots.
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Once the vines are long enough, you can shape them or prune the branches to create your desired look.
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Sweet potato leaves are edible and can be used in various dishes.
Notes
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Place the jar or bottle in a bright and well-ventilated area.
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Prune old and yellow leaves to encourage healthier growth.
With this simple method, you can easily grow and display a beautiful sweet potato plant in your home.
Sweet Potato
2 Onion
Onions are not just a kitchen staple; they can also be transformed into unique houseplants to beautify your living space.
With a simple method and just a glass of water or a jar of the right size, you can grow onions to decorate your home.
What you’ll need:
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Onion bulb: Choose a large, healthy onion bulb that is not damaged or bruised.
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Glass or jar: The opening of the glass or jar should be smaller than or equal to the diameter of the onion bulb.
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Clean water.
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Marker (optional)
How to do it:
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Peel off the outer yellow skin of the onion, leaving the white inner part intact.
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Place the onion bulb on the mouth of the glass or jar so that the roots are submerged in water.
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Add water to the glass or jar, ensuring that the roots always remain submerged.
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Position the glass or jar in a well-lit and ventilated area.
Notes:
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Change the water for the onion regularly, every 2-3 days.
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You can draw expressions on the onion bulb to make it more fun and lively.
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In just a few days, the onion will start to sprout roots and lush green leaves, creating a unique and beautiful display.
Onion
3 Ginger
Ginger often tends to sprout after being purchased. Instead of discarding it, you can turn it into a charming houseplant.
What you’ll need:
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Sprouted ginger
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Small pot or dish
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Potting soil
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Water
How to do it:
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Clean the ginger and remove any weak or damaged sprouts.
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Place the ginger in the pot or dish and add water until it covers half of the ginger.
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Keep the dish in a cool, well-ventilated area with access to sunlight.
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Regularly change the water to keep the ginger moist.
Care instructions:
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Once the ginger has sprouted and developed roots, transfer it to a pot with loose, well-drained soil.
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Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize with organic matter periodically to provide nutrients for the plant.
Notes:
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It is recommended to choose native ginger for planting as it produces more tubers and has less fiber than hybrid ginger.
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You can plant multiple ginger rhizomes in the same pot, but ensure you maintain a distance between them to allow for proper growth.
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Ginger thrives in sunny conditions, so place the pot in a bright and sunny spot.
Ginger
4 Mint
Mint, known primarily as a culinary herb, is now a popular choice for home decoration. It brings a refreshing look and offers surprising health and environmental benefits.
With a simple planting method, you can reuse old mint roots, plant them in a pot with soil, and place them in a bright spot to own a charming mint plant that enhances your living space. Mint doesn’t require much care, just water it regularly every day.
Additionally, you can experiment with hydroponic mint planting to decorate your study or work area. However, with this method, remember to change the water frequently to ensure the plant thrives.
Mint
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