Category: Plants

These ten plants (well, nine plants and one mushroom to be exact) can be grown in your home, backyard, or greenhouse, and they can all […]

Lawns are becoming increasingly controversial as people continue to question the environmental impact of maintaining a largely ornamental, resource-intensive lawn for aesthetic reasons. But people […]

As Mark Twain once remarked, land will always be valuable because it is simply no longer produced. Anyone who is struggling to furnish their 500-square-foot […]

You probably only use your garden tools a few times a year, but when you do, you want them to be sharp, rust-free, and ready […]

Houseplants are a great addition to your living space, but beauty doesn’t come cheap. Obtaining and maintaining plants takes time, space, and perhaps most importantly, […]

Even with the best planning, the weather is not always conducive to our horticultural ambitions. With unusually cold weather often experienced in North America, protecting […]

Coconut oil has become a popular personal care product over the past few years, with uses ranging from getting rid of garlic odor on hands […]

Over the past few years, houseplants have become such an integral part of our interiors that it’s easy to forget that they are actually living […]

Cacti and other succulents have been popular houseplants for many years, and given how easy they are to care for, this is no surprise. Back […]

In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people turned to gardening to relax, learn a new skill, grow their own food, and/or make […]

Using houseplants to add some greenery to your bathroom is nothing new. But recently, a trend has emerged that takes it one step further: growing […]

Glass can be recycled, but it’s sometimes tempting to keep old wine bottles for aesthetics, memories, or both. If you have a tendency to hang […]

Houseplants can add some color and life to a dull space. But even if you make sure they get plenty of water and sunlight, you […]

The gardening section at your local hardware store is often overlooked in January, but there are plenty of things you can do now to give […]

Whether you have a traditional green grass lawn or one of the alternative varieties that are gaining momentum lately, like bee lawns , clover lawns […]

Gardeners may feel like they have every tool ever made for gardening, but there are a few backup favorites, as well as unique finds that […]

Just like humans, plants need certain nutrients to survive. So if you have a plant and it doesn’t quite look like it’s thriving, you might […]

Caring for houseplants may seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Transplanting is an easy step you can take to keep your houseplants healthy […]

Most houseplants need to be grown in pots with some sort of drainage. If the water doesn’t have a chance to get out of the […]

Houseplants are a great way to decorate your home, no matter what climate you live in. As the world shifts more towards a work-from-home model, […]

As summer draws to a close, there are clear signs in retail that autumn is approaching: Halloween costumes, candy, and decorations take over the seasonal […]

While you can think of autumn as a time to harvest and prepare your garden for winter , you still need to plant your plants […]

When we think of agriculture or gardening , we think of nature. If you want to squeeze a fresh orange or lemon in the morning, […]

If you have grass on your property, you already know how lame they are . Grass is fragile, fickle and expensive to care for. Lawns […]

This time of year, pumpkins are everywhere—perhaps even in your own garden. At this point, you’ve probably picked and trimmed the other fruits, vegetables, and […]

Houseplants can be finicky. This is because when they grow in a pot, they don’t get the same interaction with other species or the same […]

There’s a lot of information out there, including on this site with a list of gardening tasks to complete in a particular month or ahead […]

It’s hard to overestimate the benefits of a cover crop for your garden. In addition to replenishing soil nitrogen, cover crops also provide habitat for […]

Saving seeds from this year’s crop can save you money and hassle when buying seeds for next year’s garden. It’s also a practice that can […]

With cooler weather ahead, harvesting and clearing your beds should be on your fall agenda. Even though your garden may not be actively fruiting during […]

Most potted plants, whether they live indoors or outdoors, require a certain level of maintenance. Even succulents, air plants, and other plants that you may […]

In a recent article in the New York Times, longtime florist Jenny Rose Carey stated that when it comes to flowers, “September is the new […]

Some people keep a few houseplants at home just to add color or a bit of nature to the interior. But houseplants can have a […]

Whether you’ve planted your yard entirely with native grasses and other ground cover plants, or you’re maintaining a traditional turf lawn, there are certain types […]

Houseplants bring joy. They add a splash of life and color to any interior space, and with the right selection and care, they can thrive […]

In many types of landscape design, diversity is key. Decisions are made on the basis of creating areas of different heights, colors and textures. Cleft […]