Indoor
How to Grow Queen Ann Tears – Billbergia Nutans
One of the most unusual flowers to grow is what is commonly known as Queen Ann Tears or Queen's Tears. Other names for Billbergia nutans...
Indoor
Outdoor or Indoor Bonsai: Which One is More Suitable?
Have you ever faced the dilemma of choosing between Outdoor vs Indoor Bonsai? This choice can greatly impact the health and beauty...
Indoor
How to Grow and Care for Anthurium from Seeds
Have you ever faced the challenge of wanting to add a splash of tropical beauty to your indoor garden but didn't know...
Indoor
How To Grow and Care for Swiss Cheese Vine Plant
The Swiss cheese plant, with lush perforated leaves, makes a dramatic addition to indoor plant collections. Easy to grow and drought tolerant...
Indoor
Put Some Spring in Your Sleep: Strategic Indoor Gardening in the Bedroom Yields Wonderful Results
As the last few months of winter wane, spring is in everyone's minds. Garden expert P. Allen Smith demonstrates some easy ways to bring...
Indoor
Breathe Easy with an Indoor Garden: Improve the Air Quality and Charm of Your Home with Houseplants
Want to improve the air quality of your home while adding color and interest? An indoor garden with common houseplants helps you to do...
Indoor
How to Grow and Care for a Black Swedish Ivy
Have you ever wondered what makes a houseplant truly stand out in the crowded world of indoor gardening? Black Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus...
Herbs
Herb Plants for Shady Garden Areas: Garden Herbs that Grow in the Shade
Herb gardening isn't limited to gardens and yards with full sun. There are many herbs that thrive in the shade. Herbs have the reputation of...
Plants
How to Grow and Care for Catnip from Seeds
Have you ever wondered why catnip drives cats wild with joy? This plant, a true favorite among feline friends, holds a special...
Plants
5 Herbs Grown for Both Their Leaves and Seeds: Herbs that Do Double Duty
Many people are getting back to the earth, growing their own food, and that includes growing herbs to use when you cook what you...
Garden
Toxic Flowers That Can Kill Your Pet: Plants that are Poisonous to Dogs and Cats
Many keen gardeners are also pet owners so it pays to be aware of what plants may be poisonous to your pet. Many dogs and...
Indoor
Growing Tropical Plants Indoors: Bring the warmth of the tropics inside with houseplants
Many tropical plants that grace southern gardens do well indoors as house plants. Bring the feel of the tropics indoor by growing tropical plants. Palms,...
Indoor
Advantages of Using Indoor Growing Lights to Grow Plants Indoors
Indoor growing lights can lengthen the growing season of an indoor herb or vegetable garden. Learn how to optimize growth with indoor...
Landscape
29 Stunning Whimsical Garden Ideas
Have you ever wished for a garden that goes beyond the ordinary, where every corner tells a story and every plant dances...
Indoor
Designing an Indoor Garden or Growing Space: All You Need To Know
Indoor gardens offer a year round experience for experienced and novice gardeners alike. With a completely controlled environment anything can be grown. The reasons for...
Indoor
Establishing an Indoor Garden can be Fun, Inexpensive and Rewarding
An indoor garden can be established with flowering plants, vegetables or a combination of both. It will be enjoyable, healthy and profitable. An indoor garden...
Plants
Fragrant Garden Perennial Plants: Flowering Perennials for a Fragrance Garden
What could be more wonderful than strolling through a flower garden full of scent and fragrance? Here are some top perennial picks for a...
Pet
Essential Tips for Feeding Your Dog a Healthy Diet
Feeding your dog a balanced and nutritious diet is essential for their overall health and long life span. It's crucial to understand...
Landscape
Butterfly Bush – the Centerpiece of the Garden: A Butterfly Garden is Not Complete Without This Flowering Shrub
Also known as summer lilac, this plant is an easy to grow drought tolerant blooming shrub that attracts beneficial insects. The butterfly bush, or the...
Plants
Fall Flowers for Autumn Color: Plants to Keep Fall Color in the Garden Beds, Borders and Containers
With the cooling days of autumn, many summer perennials begin to cease their blooms. Gardeners can keep the color going for the autumn months...
Plants
Fragrant Plants for Autumn Gardens: Using Scent and Aroma in the Fall Landscape
Just because the flush of spring and summer flowers has ended, doesn't mean a garden has to be boring or devoid of sweet aroma....
Flower
Fall Flowers to Light Up Shade Gardens
To design gardens that shine in shade from spring to frost, fill your beds and borders with perennials that bloom in fall as well...
DIY Project
18 Beautiful Round Garden Bed Ideas That Will Transform Your Landscape
Are you looking for ways to make your garden stand out with unique designs? Round Garden Bed Ideas could be the answer...
DIY Project
31+ Easy Affordable DIY Compost Bin Ideas
Are you looking to start composting but worried about the cost and complexity? You're not alone. Many gardeners face these challenges, yet...
Plants
Enhance Shady Gardens with Evergreen Ferns
Are you facing the challenge of bringing life to the shaded areas of your garden? Shady spots often present a unique set...
DIY Project
41+ Clever Plastic Bottle Vertical Garden Ideas
Gardens are a great way to add natural beauty to any space. You can plant flowers or even grow essential ingredients for...
Flower
Garden Shrubs to Grow as Shade Plants: A Selection of Evergreen and Flowering Shrubs for Shaded Areas
It can be difficult to find good plants for shaded areas in your garden design, but many attractive evergreen and flowering shrubs will grow...
Flower
Shady Flower Garden Design Tips: Planning Ideas for Beds or Borders with Little Sun or No Sun
Follow these practical design tips and planning advice to plant a flower garden in part or full shade. Gardeners often face the challenge of designing...
Garden
Best Shade Plants for Small North Facing Patios: Fabulous Gardening Ideas for Containers in Shady Areas
Transform a north facing patio or windowbox into a splash of color with these 5 shade plants. Follow tips on how and when to...
Garden
Colorful Plants for Shade Gardening: Plants That Bloom in Shade
Have you ever looked at your garden's shady spots and felt unsure what to plant there? Many gardeners face the challenge of...
DIY Project
41+ Creative Wood Log & Tree Stump Decorating Ideas and Designs
Tree stumps are often neglected because a lot of us do not understand their decorative value. Most of the time, tree stumps...
Indoor
Winter Flower Garden Indoors: Blooming Plants to Grow In the House during Cold Weather Months
Every winter gardeners crave blooms, color, flowers, green leaves and spring! Try raising some of these easy flowering plants inside. Many gardeners suffer through the...
Indoor
Preparing Houseplants For Spring
Spring is coming and your houseplants have awakened from their winter's nap. Here are some answers to readers' questions about how to help your...
Indoor
A Houseplant that Adds Unusual Beauty: The Plumosa is not a True Fern but Looks Like One
This unusual plant is a close relative of the Asparagus Fern, but has a very delicate, soft appearance. It is valued for its use...
Indoor
How to Use Houseplants in Holiday Decorating
The holidays are just about here and it's time to decorate! Don't leave houseplants out of the fun-there are several ways to add beauty...
Indoor
Hard to Kill Houseplants: The Best Easy to Grow Houseplants for Low Sun or Well-lit Homes
Low maintenance houseplants are hard to kill, and thrive with little attention. These are the best types of houseplants for homes with either low...
Indoor
House Plants for Health: Indoor Plants Improve Air Quality
House plants look great around the home and can be a cheery and welcome addition to any dwelling. They also filter toxins out of...
Indoor
All About Cast Iron Plant: History and Care of this Classic and Hard to Kill Houseplant
Aspidistras were all the rage in Victorian England and are still a staple in many gardens today. Here's a look at these classic, easy...
Garden
How to Grow Your Own Salad Garden: Growing Greens and Garnishes in Limited Space
Harvest savings by growing a tasty and colorful salad mix in your own back yard. These days salad isn't just about clumps of iceberg lettuce...
Plants
What Are The Top Perennial Groundcovers For Shade?
In the enchanting world of gardening, where nature’s tapestry is the canvas and time is the brush, every corner holds potential. However,...
Indoor
Easy Exotic Houseplants: Tropicals That Thrive Indoors in Containers
Choose houseplants that do more than just clean the air. Some have brightly colored blooms and even produce fruit! If you are looking for tropical...
Garden
Kill Spider Mites in the Garden: Control Mite Pests Using Organic Sprays and Natural Methods
Are your garden plants looking sickly, despite your best efforts? If so, you might be dealing with spider mites, tiny pests that...
DIY Project
18+ Stunning Bamboo Craft Projects Will Catch Your Eye
If you are looking for an alternative raw material wood to decorate your home, the bamboo is a wonderful option. It is a natural,...
Garden
14 Companion Planting Herbs to Repel Pests (From Anise to Wormwood)
Herbs have a positive impact on neighboring plants when planned as companion plants. These herb plants can do more than flavor dishes,...
Indoor
How To Get Rid of Fungus Gnats in Houseplants and GreenHouses
Have you ever noticed tiny, annoying insects buzzing around your houseplants and wondered how to get rid of them? These unwelcome guests...
Indoor
Last Minute Gift Ideas For Houseplant Lovers: Books, Tools, Plants and More
It's crunch time-still have presents to buy? Here are some simple and inexpensive gift ideas for the plant lovers on your list. 'Tis the season...
Indoor
Great Books For Indoor Gardeners Guides and How To’s for Every Library
For growing tips, troubleshooting advice, identifying a plant, or fun projects, these books have something for every houseplant lover! For troubleshooting, plant identification, or how-to...
Garden
35+ Charming Bicycle Planter Ideas For Your Backyard
Have you ever seen old bicycles turned into something new and lovely? Bicycle Planter Ideas are not just a trend; they are...
Garden
Growing Strawberries in an Organic Garden
Fresh strawberries are at their best when an organic gardener grows strawberry plants in a garden free of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Fresh organic strawberries...
Garden
25+ Unique Wine Bottle Craft Ideas For Your Garden
Do you ever look at empty wine bottles and wonder what to do with them? The world is turning more towards Wine...