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Information Like all succulents, hens and chicks plants can run into some common plant problems as they grow. Many of their issues however, can be remedied if they are promptly addressed. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common problems with these popular succulents, and what to do about them. By Paige Foley Last updated: January 15, 2023 | 8 min read Grown indoors or outdoors, hens and chicks are a succulent plant well known for how they propagate in nature....

Fruit Thinking of growing strawberries in your raised garden beds this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Are raised beds even good for growing strawberries? In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her top tips for growing your strawberries in raised garden beds this season. By Logan Hailey Last updated: November 4, 2022 | 9 min read It’s difficult to imagine a summer garden without plump, sweet strawberries dangling from your garden beds....

Shrubs Are you thinking of moving your hydrangeas around this season? Perhaps you are thinking of taking them out of containers and relocating them to somewhere in the ground? In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through her top tips for transplanting hydrangeas! By Jill Drago Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 7 min read Has your hydrangea grown too large for its current space? Maybe it needs a little more or a little less sun, depending on the type of hydrangea that you have growing....

Houseplants Are you looking to add some calathea to your houseplant collection but aren't sure which type to pick? There are many different types of calathea, many of them with very different looks! In this article, we take a look at the different calathea varieties you can introduce to your indoor garden space! By Jason White Last updated: September 23, 2022 | 22 min read Calatheas are some of the most common indoor plants available, with the added advantage of not being dangerous to pets....

Plants Thinking of planting some lavender but aren't sure if it will attract or repel deer from your garden this season? In this article, gardening expert and former lavender farmer Logan Hailey examines if Lavender keeps deer away, or if you will be providing them another food source in your garden. By Logan Hailey Last updated: August 9, 2022 | 3 min read Anyone living in a forested or rural area may fear losing their garden crops to hungry wildlife....

Vines Thinking of planting some clematis in your garden, but aren't sure if it's considered a vine or a shrub? Understanding the plant class that clematis falls into is important when determining where and how to plant it. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen examines if flowering clematis is considered a vine or a shrub. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: December 6, 2022 | 4 min read Clematis is the genus of a large group of flowering plants in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae)....

Information There are many common mistakes that indoor houseplant owners make when growing African Violets. To support their beautiful blooms, it's important to avoid common mistakes that plague many houseplant owners. In this artticle, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines the most common African Violet mistakes, as well as how to ensure you don't make them! By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 27, 2022 | 8 min read African Violets have a reputation for being difficult plants....

Information Are your succulents struggling? There are many different problems that can cause succulents to die off when not properly cared for. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through the most common reasons succulents die prematurely, and how you can revive them! By Madison Moulton Last updated: December 6, 2022 | 6 min read Succulents are wonderfully low-maintenance plants to add to your plant collection, both indoors and out....

Flowers Thinking of planting tulips this season, but aren't sure if they are annual, biennial, or perennial flowers? Tulips are a favorite early-bloomer amongst many gardeners. In this article we look at the growth and bloom cycle of the tulip, and if you can expect to replant them each season, or if they will come back each year depending on your geographic location. By Jason White Last updated: October 19, 2022 | 7 min read Tulips are beautiful spring flowers that come in many shapes, colors, and sizes....

Flowers Are you thinking of growing marigolds from seed this season, but aren't sure where to start? Marigolds are a garden favorite, and with good reason! They have beautifully colored blooms, and make great companion plants. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker walks through how to grow marigolds from seed in a few very simple steps! By Natalie Leiker Last updated: August 24, 2022 | 8 min read Marigolds are one of the most popular flowers amongst home gardeners around the world....

Vegetables Growing tomatoes from seed can be more of a challenge than if you buy starts from a local nursery or farm. It takes a bit longer, and quite a bit can go wrong if you do things incorrectly. In this article, gardening expert and homesteader Merideth Corhs walks through each step you'll need to follow in order to successfully grow tomatoes from seed. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: July 29, 2022 | 16 min read Growing tomatoes is a must in my garden each year....

Vegetables Thinking of adding some Turnips to your garden this season, but aren't sure where to start? Turnips can be a great addition to any harvest, and make great companion plants for certain vegetables. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through every step you'll need to follow in order to plant, grow, and care for turnips. By Logan Hailey Last updated: May 13, 2022 | 13 min read Traditionally, turnips haven’t been the most elegant or romanticized of garden vegetables....

Information While cinnamon does have uses as an anti-fungal agent in preventative care for orchids, can you use it to treat root rot? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines if you should use ground cinnamon for root rot or stick to more conventional methods when it comes to treating this common orchid problem. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 4, 2023 | 5 min read There are plenty of gardening “tips” that surface for just about every type of plant....

Shrubs Thinking of planting some hydrangeas but aren't sure if they can take full sun? Well the good news is, there's actually plenty of different hydrangea varieties that are sun tolerant! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago takes a deeper look at her favorite full sun hydrangea varieties. By Jill Drago Last updated: June 26, 2022 | 12 min read Are you wondering whether or not it’s a good idea to plant some hydrangeas in a sunny spot in your garden?...

Flowers Are you struggling to find the perfect flower selection for your Georgia flower garden this season? While there are many flowers that can stand up to the Georgia heat, there are a few that do it just a bit better than others. In this article, we explore our favorite flowers for the hot and moist Georgia climate! By Jason White Last updated: November 9, 2022 | 8 min read The state of Georgia exemplifies magnificent natural beauty, unlike any other southern state....

Houseplants Thinking of propagating a new houseplant from just leaves, but aren't sure which one is the best fit for your indoor garden space? There are a number of houseplants that can grow from leaves alone, provided they have the right care. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton looks at her favorite houseplants that will grow from just leaves! By Madison Moulton Last updated: September 14, 2022 | 14 min read Propagating plants is an essential skill every houseplant parent should know – especially those on a budget....

Fruit Are you a stonefruit fan? Maybe you prefer the classic crisp bite of an apple instead? When it comes to peaches and apples, there are a few differences, but many similarities, in these popular edible trees. Gardening expert Madison Moulton compares peaches and apples, allowing you to choose which one is right for your garden. By Madison Moulton Last updated: September 20, 2022 | 8 min read There is nothing nicer than a ripe juicy peach or apple straight off the tree that you have nurtured through the seasons....

Shrubs Not sure when you should put your azaleas in the ground this season? Azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs, but planting at the wrong time can cause a lack of blooms or even plant death. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines the best time to plant Azaleas in your garden. By Jill Drago Last updated: October 19, 2022 | 5 min read Azaleas are known as beautiful spring bloomers, and in recent years even reblooming varieties have hit the market with great success....

Information Are you missing beautiful blooms from your dahlias this season and aren't quite sure why? There are a few different reasons this may happen, and your approach to correct it will depend on the reason behind it. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines why your dahlias aren't blooming this season, and how to address it. By Liz Jaros Last updated: October 25, 2022 | 7 min read After dreaming about dahlias all winter, toiling away in the garden all spring, and waiting patiently for them to have their time in the sun, nothing brings a gardener down like a dahlia that blooms poorly....

Flowers Thinking of planting some West Indian Jasmine around your home or in your garden? The Ixora, is a plant with brightly colored flowers, that comes in a variety of different colors. In this article, you'll learn everything you need to know about planting, growing, and successfully caring for Ixora. By Jason White Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 13 min read The West Indian Jasmine, also known as Ixora or Jungle Geranium, is a genus of evergreen trees and shrubs native to various tropical and subtropical areas....