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Flowers Begonias are a favorite plant of many, and with good reason. Their hardy nature and beautiful blooms can transform any outdoor or indoor garden space. In this article, certified master gardener and begonia enthusiast Laura Elsner examines some of the top begonia varieties for your indoor or outdoor garden space. By Laura Elsner Last updated: June 16, 2022 | 26 min read Begonias are a huge group of plants that include houseplants and garden flowers....

Succulents Are you thinking of adding some hens and chicks plants to your indoor or outdoor garden? Curious to know if they'll stay in one place or spread out everywhere? In this article, gardening expert Paige Folely looks at the growth radius of these popular succulents, and what you can expect once you start adding them to your garden. By Paige Foley Last updated: December 22, 2022 | 4 min read Hens and chicks are native to mountainous regions of Europe and northern Africa....

Flowers There are many different types of Zinnia varieties, so picking just one type to plant can be extremely difficult to do! These easy to grow annuals are a favorite amongst many flower gardeners. In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farm owner Taylor Sievers looks at over 20 different zinnia varieties you can plant this season. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: August 26, 2022 | 10 min read Zinnias are heat-loving herbaceous annual flowers native to Mexico....

Information Is your Christmas Cactus turning yellow? There are a few different reasons this can happen, and the good news is that most of them are reversible. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common reasons that your Christmas Cactus has yellowing leaves, and how to fix it. By Paige Foley Last updated: December 22, 2022 | 8 min read Christmas cactus are a popular gift or decoration around the holiday season....

Plants If you live in USDA hardiness zone 7, you likely have plenty of areas in your garden that get drenched in full sun conditions. If you've decided to add some perennials this season, finding the perfect pairing for sunny climates can be a bit of a challenge! In this article, we take a look at our favorite sun friendly perennial plants for zone 7 gardens! By Jason White Last updated: November 19, 2022 | 9 min read There is just something peaceful about a thriving flower garden in the middle of a hot, southern summer that triggers happy thoughts!...

Flowers Thinking of adding some orchids to your gardening space or home landscape? There are many different types of orchids, all of which have big, beautiful blooms. In this article, flower and garden expert Taylor Sievers examines 47 different orchid varieties with their names and pictures, to help you find the perfect bloom for your garden. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: January 11, 2023 | 30 min read Amongst the list of popular houseplants and intriguing specimens in private plant collections, you will undoubtedly encounter an orchid....

Fruit Are you thinking about adding some fruit trees to your garden or fruit orchard this season? Fruit trees can take time to grow, but there are some that produce fruit faster than others. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at some of the fastest-growing fruit trees you can plant. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: January 10, 2023 | 16 min read Growing fruit trees, bushes, and shrubs at home can be incredibly rewarding....

Houseplants Are you propagating your Alocasia this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? There are two different common methods you can use to accomplish this task. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton guides you through Alocasia propagation via division and corms. By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 4, 2022 | 9 min read There are so many houseplants to choose from, but few are as diverse as Alocasia....

Shrubs If you are trying to grow your hydrangeas into a tree, but don't know where to start, you are in the right place. Growing hydrangeas as trees can be a little bit of a challenge, but it can be done with a patience and dedication. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through each step you'll need to follow for beautiful tree like hydrangeas. By Jill Drago Last updated: July 15, 2022 | 4 min read Hydrangeas are quite possibly one of the world’s most versatile shrubs....

Vegetables Looking for a few companion plants for your tomato garden? Tomatoes can actually pair well with a number of different plants in your vegetable garden, depending on what you want to grow. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines the best companion plants for your tomatoes this season! By Logan Hailey Last updated: July 29, 2022 | 17 min read Tomatoes are one of the tastiest and most rewarding plants to grow in the garden....

Shrubs Thinking of adding some camellias to your garden but can't decide what color to plant? Camellias can bloom in many colors, with red being the most commonly thought of. In this article, gardening expert and camellia enthusiast Melissa Strauss looks at all the different colors camellias can bloom in. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: September 26, 2022 | 8 min read Native to Southeast Asia and Japan, camellias have traveled a long way to become a staple in gardens throughout the United States, and in many other countries as well....

Flowers Are you looking to plant some sunflowers in your garden or yard, but aren't sure where to start? The good news is sunflowers are relatively easy to plant. They are great for novice gardeners, and more advanced gardeners alike. In this article, gardening and flower expert Taylor Sievers walks through how to effectively plant, grow, and care for sunflowers. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: August 11, 2022 | 17 min read Few flowers come to mind that can have as great of an impact as a bright, cheerful, show-stopping sunflower....

Shrubs Lilacs are fantastic plants, but they are fairly notorius for their preference of the shade. But did you know there are some varieties that are a bit more sun tolerant than others? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through her favorite lilac varieties that can handle full sun conditions. By Liz Jaros Last updated: July 5, 2022 | 9 min read When I’m considering a plant for a hot and sunny yard in a temperate climate (zones 3-7), I often reach for members of the lilac family....

Vegetables Beets are becoming a popular and especially nutritious vegetable to have around your garden. But they can also be a bit picky with their growing conditions. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines the best ways to plant, grow, and care for beets. You'll learn all you need to know about growing this vegetable, as well as some tips and tricks you won't find anywhere else. By Logan Hailey Last updated: May 13, 2022 | 12 min read When it comes to root vegetables, beets are among the hardiest and most beginner-friendly....

Flowers Are you thinking of planting some orchids in your indoor or outdoor garden, but want to know what your color options are? Orchids bloom in a wide variety of colors, so you'll have plenty of options! In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines the most common colors you'll see orchids bloom! By Melissa Strauss Last updated: October 21, 2022 | 7 min read Florists, gardeners, decorators, brides, and grooms alike seem to all be fans of the orchid family of flowering plants....

Succulents Looking for a succulent that can grow without needing to constantly be in the light? There are many different succulents to choose from that have lower light requirements compared to other houseplants. In this article, we take a look at our favorite low light succulents, with names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: December 29, 2022 | 17 min read Succulents are common houseplants all around the world, but if you don’t have a sunny window in your home, they can be challenging to grow....

Succulents Are you looking for a unique succulent to add to your houseplant collection? Also called living stone plants, these succulents can make a statement in any indoor or outdoor garden. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley takes you everything you need to know about living stone plants and their care. By Paige Foley Last updated: December 21, 2022 | 16 min read Lipthops go by a few names such as living stone, pebble plant or split rocks....

Plants Are you considering adding some runner plants to your home garden, or somewhere around your home? Adding runners can bring some immediate foliage, and often at a very speedy growth rate. In this article, we examine 15 different types of runner plants that will make your home or garden feel even more lush in no time. By Jason White Last updated: February 16, 2022 | 12 min read Plants are a beautiful and healthy way to decorate the apartment, home, and garden....

Trees Trees with beautiful purple flowers can add some much needed color to just about any home garden or landscape area. But finding the right one that suits the needs and space of your gardening area is also critical. In this article, we take a look at our favorite purple-flowered trees along with names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: November 3, 2022 | 11 min read Sometimes your garden needs a particular pop of color, and when you need to add a bit of purple, your options can sometimes feel a little limited....

Plants Are you thinking of adding a coleus plant to your indoor or outdoor garden, but aren't sure how long this plant will live if you do? These plants can have different lifespans depending on where they are planted, and on their biology. In this article, amateur gardener Jason White looks at the average lifespan of the coleus plant. By Jason White Last updated: December 21, 2022 | 6 min read Are you thinking about adding coleus to your garden or having one as a houseplant?...