Winter is a harsh time for your garden. Instead of abandoning it during the cold, dreary months, why not try to set next year’s growth up for success with fall cover crops? Cover crops are a variety of quick-growing plants, often
If gardeners ever decided to cultivate a Plant Hall of Fame, one of the flowers most deserving of the golden planter would be the petunia. Petunias thrive anywhere the sun shines and help elevate a plain Jane garden into a
Winter covers the landscape of most homes with a blank palette. It isn’t until spring that the monochromatic whites and grays become dotted with vibrant blues, greens, and yellows. Among the first flowers to add flecks of color through the
Do you enjoy making soup in winter? Our list of herbs will boost the flavor of vegetable soup, potato soup, chicken soup – any soup, chowder, or stew! See our list of herbs for vegetable soup and other delicious soup
Does your houseplant have yellow, brown, or pale-looking leaves? It could be due to over-watering, not enough water, disease, or other issues. Here we cover the reasons for unhealthy leaves and solve the riddle of yellow leaves on houseplants. Plus, we
Burro's tail (sedum morganianum) is an ornamental succulent prized for its plump, grey-green foliage and silvery sheen. They are usually grown as a houseplant and are native to Mexico and Honduras. See our tips and how-to guide for growing burro's
Microgreens, also called micro herbs or vegetable confetti, are young vegetable greens. Microgreens usually contain higher levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants when compared to the same amount of mature greens and offer a healthy boost of nutrition at mealtime.
Bonsai is the practice of caring for and pruning miniature trees and shrubs grown in pots. It is an ancient practice often performed to reduce stress and display the owner's gardening talents. Have questions about bonsai tree care? Read on
Amaryllis is a popular plant to enjoy during the Christmas season. Most indoor gardeners plant the bulbs in pots around Thanksgiving to enjoy beautiful blooms at holiday time. Amaryllis is native to Central and South America and can be grown
The deep green foliage and bright red berries of a holly shrub add beauty and year-round interest to any landscape. Not to mention, holly branch cuttings can be used around your home as holiday decor. If you're considering a holly shrub
