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Houseplants Are your peace lilies getting enough water? These beautiful houseplants can brighten up any indoor garden, but not without the right amount of moisture. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines how much water peace lilies need, and how often you should be watering them. By Madison Moulton Last updated: October 26, 2022 | 8 min read Think back to the first few houseplants you ever bought (or perhaps, were gifted)....

Flowers Are you thinking of adding some colorful flowers to your garden, and considering Cockscomb as a potential option? Growing Celosia Cristata can be challenging without the proper knowledge and resources. There are several important factors to consider before adding them to your home garden. In this article, Garden and Flower expert Taylor Sievers walks through all the steps to properly plant, grow, and care for Cockscomb. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: November 16, 2022 | 10 min read Nothing proves more cheerful than a punch of color in the landscape....

Succulents If you are looking for a low-maintenance succulent to add to your garden, look no further than the Hens and Chicks plant. Aptly named for the way they grow, these plants make great indoor or outdoor garden companions. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through everything you need to know about these popular succulents and their care. By Paige Foley Last updated: January 15, 2023 | 12 min read Succulents are a very popular plant to grow indoors and outdoors....

Flowers Thinking of adding some knockout roses to your garden this season? These flowering shrubs are a popular option for gardens across many different hardiness zones. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood takes you through everything you need to know about knockout roses and their care. By Danielle Sherwood Last updated: January 13, 2023 | 17 min read Roses are undeniably gorgeous and have beautified gardens for millennia. However, by the 1980s, they started to fall out of fashion due to their fussy reputation....

Succulents Thinking of adding a ZZ plant to your indoor garden? These hardy houseplants have surged in popularity for a number of reasons. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through how to plant, grow and care for ZZ plants! By Madison Moulton Last updated: December 21, 2022 | 11 min read A tough houseplant that belongs top of the list of virtually indestructible indoor plants, you can’t go wrong with a ZZ plant....

Flowers Deadheadding is a popular method of pruning and allowing your flowers to return by removing dead flowers. Some flowers grow more in return when this is done, others don't. So should you deadhead your cockscomb flowers? Gardening and flower expert Taylor Sievers walks through if deadheading celosia and cockscomb is a good idea or not. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: February 21, 2022 | 5 min read Nothing proves more cheerful than a punch of color in the landscape....

Houseplants The Golden Pothos is the "gold standard" when it comes to houseplants (yes, slight pun intended). They are a hardy plant, that can withstand even some of the more neglectful plant owners. In this article, amateur gardener Jason White covers exactly how to plant, grow, and care for the Golden Pothos plant. By Jason White Last updated: June 3, 2022 | 18 min read The Golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a tropical evergreen vining plant that can transform any room into one with a lush, tropical feel....

Vegetables Thinking of growing tomatillo in your garden this season but aren't sure where to start? Tomatillo is an amazing vegetable to add to any garden! They are easy to grow, and can compliment many other veggies in your garden. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through how to grow and care for tomatillo in your vegetable garden, step by step! By Logan Hailey Last updated: April 25, 2022 | 14 min read An essential ingredient in salsa verde and southwestern chili, tomatillos are tomatoes’ tart, more acidic cousin....

Flowers Thinking of planting some marigolds with your zinnias this season but want to make sure they'll be good companions before you start? In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farmer Taylor Sievers walks through if it's safe to pair these flowers together, and what you can expect when you do. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: August 25, 2022 | 6 min read If you’re a new gardener or long-time plant lover that is easily distracted by all the plants, it can often be overwhelming when deciding what flowers to plant where in the garden....

Flowers Marigolds are one of those companion plants that seem to plant well with everything. However, there are a few plants that actually thrive when marigolds get added nearby. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker examines the best companion plants for marigolds in your garden this season. By Natalie Leiker Last updated: August 25, 2022 | 11 min read Marigolds come in various sizes, shapes, and colors. They typically bloom in warm shades of orange, yellow, and dark red....

Vegetables Are you looking for the perfect companion plant for your potatoes this year? There are plenty of different plants you can grow with potatoes, and a few that you should avoid. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines her favorite potato companions, and the plants you should also avoid! By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 4, 2022 | 14 min read Potatoes are a staple crop around the world that can be especially rewarding in your garden....

Plants Are you looking for a hardy plant that can tolerate some drought? There are a number of different plants you can choose, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at her favorite drought-tolerant plants for dry climates. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: December 23, 2022 | 23 min read If you tend to think of dry, arid climates being suitable only for cacti, you may be surprised how many plants are well-adapted to drought....

Succulents Thinking of adding a ghost plant to your indoor garden? Ghost plants (aka Graptopetalum paraguayense) are well known succulents that can make any indoor garden pop with visual interest. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Emily Horn outlines how to plant, grow, and care for Ghost Plants. By Emily Horn Last updated: January 12, 2023 | 11 min read Succulents have become increasingly popular over the years, especially as houseplants....

Information Do your peonies look a little more rugged than normal? Peonies are some of the most popular flowers grown each season. However, they aren't without some common issues that can impact their growth. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner looks at the most common problems you'll likely encounter with peonies, and how to fix them! By Laura Elsner Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 11 min read With so many different types of peonies for gardeners to choose from, it’s no wonder they are one of the most popular plants that end up in flowerbeds across the world....

Flowers Are you thinking of adding some vibrant yellow color to your home or garden? Finding the right balance of color for your garden or home landscape can be challenging! Too dark and you've gone gothic. But it's hard to go wrong with many different bright colors. In this article, we take a look at our favorite yellow perennial flowers to brighten up your living space. By Jason White Last updated: May 28, 2022 | 14 min read Yellow is definitely one of the favorite colors of the avid gardener....

Flowers Dahlias are summer and fall blooming flowers, but in colder climates, their tubers will need to be pulled to overwinter where the freezing temps can't kill them off. Overwintering isn't necessarily hard, but it takes some planning. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros outlines the proper steps to overwinter your dahlias this season if you live in a cooler climate. By Liz Jaros Last updated: October 25, 2022 | 7 min read A delight to the senses from mid summer to late fall, dahlias range in height from 10 inches to 7 feet....

Information Garden roses are hardy and long-lasting, but they’re also prone to attack from certain pests each season. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood identifies the most common pests you might find plaguing your rose bushes, along with how to prevent and treat them. By Danielle Sherwood Last updated: December 12, 2022 | 6 min read When spring arrives and we begin to anticipate the opening of our first rosebuds, we soon realize we’re not the only ones excited for spring!...

Information Are you seeing curling leaves on your hosta? This is actually quite commnon, and can happen for a number of different reasons. The good news is, many times, it's completely correctable. In this article, certified master gardener and gardening expert Laura Elsner takes a look at the different reasons this happens, and how to fix it. By Laura Elsner Last updated: July 31, 2022 | 10 min read Hostas are a beautiful foliage plant that thrive in shady conditions and are fairly fuss free and unproblematic....

Succulents Looking for a new houseplant to add to your indoor plant collection? The string of watermelons plant is a unique succulent that's also easy to grow. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through all aspects of string of watermelons plants and their care! By Paige Foley Last updated: December 27, 2022 | 11 min read Do you love the look of String of Pearls but looking for something a little more unique?...

Flowers Are you committed to growing salvia this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? These hardy plants can be a great addition to any garden, and can survive a variety of different climates. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker walks through everything you need to know about adding salvia to your garden, including planting, care, and maintenance. By Natalie Leiker Last updated: November 2, 2022 | 11 min read Salvia can be a great addition to any landscape border or cottage garden, and can even thrive in a patio planter!...