Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 
Create a cozy, inviting autumn oasis in your own yard by choosing the right plants and design elements. For a fall garden that delights the senses and warms the spirit, make sure to plan your design with attention to color, texture, shape, and light. Learn more about creating your own fall garden design in this guide.
Spiderworts are gorgeous, low maintenance houseplants and they are available in some stunning varieties. With a variety of color combinations, and solid or variegated foliage, these tropical foliage plants liven up the indoor landscape. Discover 9 of the best spiderwort varieties and choose your favorites. Read more now.
Carrots, and cabbage, and collards, oh my! Fall is here and it’s time to head back to the garden to plant your autumn vegetable crops. For a bountiful harvest from your fall veggie patch, there are a few tips and tricks you’ll need before you sow your seeds and transplant your seedlings. Ready to learn more? Read on!
Gasteraloe succulents form speckled, fleshy rosettes and make easy, low-maintenance houseplants. This hybrid of Gasteria and Aloe species tolerates low light and needs only occasional watering, making it a good choice for beginners and succulent experts alike. Learn how to grow gasteraloe in this guide. Read more now.
Want to grow a winter feast for wild birds? Pick shrubs and trees that fit your growing conditions and available space, but also select those with the most benefits for wildlife, providing cover and habitat as well as food. Learn about 21 of the best trees and shrubs with winter berries for wildlife in this guide.
When growing dragon fruit (or pitayas) at home, you have options. Do you want to grow small sweet yellow fruits, big tangy red-fleshed ones, or something in between? Choose the best cultivars for your growing conditions – and your taste buds. Ready to learn about 11 of the best dragon fruit varieties? Read more now.
Elephant bush, also known as spekboom, is a low-maintenance, succulent houseplant that is available in different leaf colors, sizes, and growth habits. From trailing to upright, variegated to bright yellow, there are wonderful options to choose from. Discover 11 of the best types of elephant bush in this guide. Read more.
Looking for tropical herbs and spices to grow in the garden? Take a look at our selection of warming rhizomes, flavorful leaves, and spicy seeds and fruits – these options are delicious additions to the homegrown spice rack. Keep reading to discover 15 different tropical herbs and spices you can grow in the backyard.
Ready to discover 25 of the best watermelon varieties you can grow in your own garden? This refreshing summer staple comes in all sizes – from single serving fruit to hefty giants – in a range of colors and with seedless options too. Learn more about some of the sweetest, juiciest watermelons around. Read more.
Want to use eggshells in your garden? Learn the best techniques for breaking them down in your compost and using them as a soil amendment. And find out the truth about whether eggshells really repel garden pests. To learn more about turning eggshells into garden amendments instead of landfill waste, read more now.
Tiny lots can be challenging for city dwellers with big landscaping plans, but luckily there are lots of small trees to choose from. Not all species thrive in cities though, so you’ll want to make your choice from a curated selection. Learn about 17 of the best small trees for urban yards and gardens in this guide.
Japanese eggplant is a delight on the plate and you can grow this veggie right in your own backyard. When choosing seeds, you’ll find an incredible selection, in shades that are dark black, bright purple, lavender, pink, and even green. Read on to discover 21 of the best Japanese and Asian eggplant varieties.
Have you considered planting native wildflowers in your garden or yard? Using a palette of well-adapted plants, you can design and grow a local wildflower landscape to fit your gardening style and growing conditions. Find the best tips on how to plan and plant your own unique, native wildflower garden in this guide.
Shiso is a fragrant annual herb with frilly, flavorful leaves in shades of green or purple. A staple of Japanese, Korean, and Chinese cuisine, shiso is easy to grow from seed in full sun and well-draining soil. It’s a rewarding and versatile addition to any herb garden. Learn how to plant and grow perilla in this guide.
From surprisingly colored garden veggies to unexpectedly adorable berries, from teensy cucumbers to oversized beans, there are a wealth of unique edible plants you can grow in your backyard landscape. Ready to discover 17 unusual – and delicious – fruits and vegetables you can grow at home? Read more now.
You may have already learned many great companion plant combinations, but do you understand the science behind why they work? From controlling pests to preventing soil erosion, companion planting is a key element among organic backyard gardening practices. Read our guide on the benefits of companion planting now.
Whether you’re on a health kick or just looking for new crops to try, there are so many leafy garden greens you can grow in your garden. You can easily fill your veggie patch with these nutritious plants, some of which may be new to you. Learn about 17 types of tasty leafy garden greens in this guide. Read more now.
Buttercup squash is a compact winter variety that has a luscious flavor and texture, plus they’ll keep for months in a cool location. Since you won’t find this variety easily at the grocery or farmer’s market, so if you want to enjoy them, you’ll have to grow your own. Learn how to grow buttercup squash in this guide.
Are you designing a landscape filled with drifts of naturalized daffodils? Make sure you choose the best cultivars for your planting to succeed. You’ll need vigorous bulbs, and varieties that you’ll be happy to see each spring for decades to come. To discover 15 of the best daffodils for naturalizing, keep reading.
Ready for a tour of 35 of the best bush bean varieties? Whether you are growing in planters, worried about bean diseases, or dealing with unusually hot or cool summer conditions, there’s a variety for every garden. Discover the best classic snap, stringless, filet, wax, purple, and Romano bush varieties. Read more now.
Epiphyllums are large forest cacti that produce incredibly showy, oversized blooms. With their large, flattened stems, these succulent plants are easy to care for, fun to propagate, and stand up well to neglect. Learn more about growing fabulous epiphyllum species and hybrids as houseplants in this guide. Read more now.
Pinstripe plant is a charming and elegant foliage houseplant with striped leaves that can blend with almost any household decor. This prayer plant lifts its leaves every night and lowers them again in the morning. Learn more about how to grow and care for pinstripe plants in this guide. Read more now.
Stromanthe ‘Triostar’ is a shining star of a houseplant, with its luscious pinks and delicate patterns. This prayer plant’s colorful foliage will grab your attention, rewarding you with a gorgeous display if you provide it with the right care. Keep reading to learn how to grow and care for a ‘Triostar’ prayer plant.
The spider plant is loved for its bright foliage and masses of baby plantlets. It’s very resilient, will adapt to different growing conditions, and makes an excellent choice for beginners. And it’s a fast grower, helping you fill your home with greenery quickly. Keep reading to learn more about growing this houseplant.
Some vegetable seeds should be sowed directly in the garden – while others are more successful when started indoors, and transplanted later. Find a list of which veggies are which, understand the reasons behind these guidelines – and learn about some exceptions you should know about, too. Read on to learn more now.
Spiderwort (Tradescantia), aka wandering dude, is an ideal houseplant for beginner gardeners. The long, trailing foliage may be shades of green, purple, or variegated, depending on the cultivar. It grows quickly and looks gorgeous in hanging baskets. Learn how to grow spiderwort in this guide. Read more now.
Norfolk Island pine trees offer elegant symmetry with tiered branches of soft, bright green needles forming a classic pyramid shape. This tropical conifer adapts beautifully to indoor life, growing five to eight feet tall in containers. Find out how to grow Norfolk Island pine indoors in this guide. Read more now.
Split rock plant (Pleiospilos nelii) is a compact succulent from South Africa that looks like a stone that’s been cracked open. Its thick, rounded leaves sit close to the ground with a deep fissure down the middle, and in winter it produces large daisy-like flowers. Learn how to grow split rock plants in this guide.
From red to pink to green to yellow, poinsettias are available in a wide array of vibrant hues and a dazzling choice of intriguing patterns. We’ve made a list of 35 of our favorite poinsettia varieties including those in traditional holiday colors, and others that offer unique alternatives. Read more now.
Epiphyllums are forest cacti that exhibit a dazzling assortment of flower colors and shapes, on both compact plants and prodigious growers. With their luxuriant foliage and extravagant blooms, species plants and hybrids are delights to discover. Learn about 23 of the most fabulous types of epiphyllums to grow at home.
It takes more than just food to create a welcoming location for birds during the winter. As well as bird seed, our feathered visitors also need water, shelter, and clean, safe conditions. To learn more about creating a wildlife-friendly stopover, find 19 tips for feeding wild birds in winter in this guide. Read more now.
Ultra drought-tolerant, living stones are intriguing succulents. These fleshy plants mimic rocks to survive and thrive in tough locations. However, their surprising resilience in nature means they have special needs when grown as houseplants. Learn all about lithops and how to care for them in this guide. Read more now.
Fishbone cactus (Disocactus anguliger) brings sculptural flair to indoor spaces with its zigzagging stems and fragrant night-blooming flowers. A favorite for hanging baskets, this epiphytic cactus thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. Learn how to grow ric rac aka zig zag cactus in this guide. Read more.
Cacti and succulents that trail over a planter’s edge create a beautiful vision of floral bounty. But not all of these plants have the same care needs – and each of them has a different visual appeal. Keep reading to discover 35 of the best hanging and trailing cacti and succulents and choose your favorites!
With its bright and colorful blossoms, Christmas cactus is a gorgeous houseplant to brighten your decor during the holidays. To make sure this succulent produces vivid flowers year after year it will need the right conditions. Learn more about growing and caring for Christmas cactus in this guide. Read more now.
Broccoli rabe is a cool season veggie that will spice up your spring or fall harvest with its compelling flavor profile. It’s easy to sow directly from seed and is a fast grower, so when planning a diverse assortment of leafy greens for your homestead or garden, don’t forget tasty rapini. Keep reading to learn more.
Featuring fascinating flowers, many orchids can be grown indoors as houseplants. When you make your pick you’ll want your selection to be gorgeous, but also well-suited to your growing conditions. Which to choose? Learn about 23 different types of orchids to grow indoors and find your perfect match now. Read more.
October daphne, also known as Japanese stonecrop, is a pretty succulent with pink flowers and green foliage that turns rosy in autumn. Excellent for use as a ground cover or as a star in a rock garden, this fall bloomer is an attractive perennial that’s easy to care for. Learn how to grow October daphne in this guide.
Wintertime can be dreary. Why not brighten things up with colorful houseplants? From fresh and tropical to old school, there are plants are available in your favorite colors that are sure to thrive in your home. Discover 23 of our favorites to find the best options suited to your indoor conditions and decor in this guide.
With sculptural branches, fan-shaped foliage, and bright red blooms, fan aloes (Kumara plicatilis) are fascinating succulents. Grown in containers or in the ground, these unusual plants can size up considerably when the right care is provided, developing into small trees. Learn to grow and care for fan aloe in this guide.
Prayer plants are cherished for their unusual habit of lifting their leaves up at night and spectacular foliage patterns. From geometric designs to artistic marbling, these houseplants showcase incredible variety in colors and textures. Discover 21 of the most stunning prayer plants in this guide. Read more now.
Lettuce is an easy to grow, nutritious addition to your vegetable patch. There are lots of cultivars available in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and textures. From the classic crunch of the crisphead to the delicate, tender oak leaf, there’s sure to be one to suit you. Discover 37 of our favorite lettuce varieties.
‘California Sunset’ is a striking graptosedum succulent with fleshy rosettes that blend shades of pink, peach, and soft green, with colors that intensify in bright light. Compact and easy to care for, it adds vibrant warmth to containers, rock gardens, or sunny borders. Learn how to grow ‘California Sunset’ in this guide.
Graptosedum succulents are vibrant, low-maintenance plants ideal for containers or garden beds. Whether you’re growing ‘California Sunset,’ ‘Darley Sunshine,’ or another type, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know. Learn more about how to grow graptosedum in your home or garden in this guide. Read more now.
Pachyverias are hybrids that offer succulent collectors diverse leaf shapes, colors, and growth habits. From chunky forms with striking rosettes to trailing varieties, and those with fingerlike foliage, each variety brings something special to any collection. Discover 11 of the best pachyveria varieties in this guide.
Native wildflowers offer a low-maintenance and waterwise way to bring beauty into your garden or yard. Some of these plants are widespread and very adaptable, making them excellent landscaping options for many gardeners. Keep reading to discover a selection of 15 of the best native wildflowers for the US and Canada.
If you want to install a greenhouse in your garden, you’ll need to consider sun exposure, site conditions, access to utilities, as well as access and landscaping around the structure. Evaluating these factors ahead of time will ensure you find the right location. Learn how to fit a greenhouse in your garden in this guide.
Growing potatoes organically? Companion planting helps with natural pest control and may improve your harvest. Growing your root crops alongside carefully chosen vegetables, herbs, and flowers creates a thriving garden ecosystem without chemicals. Learn about 31 of the best companion plants for potatoes in this guide.
Are you unsure whether you should mulch your tomatoes? There are several materials that make excellent mulch for these summer vegetables. It’s beneficial for a variety of reasons, from enriching the soil to regulating temperature. Learn about seven of the best types of mulch for tomatoes in this guide. Read more now.
Cilantro, also known as coriander, is one of the most powerful plant partners in the organic vegetable garden. Its mounds of early blooms attract pollinators, as well as beneficial insects which in turn help control pest populations. Learn about 11 of the best cilantro companion plant pairings in this guide. Read more now.
Growing eggplant organically? Carefully selecting plant partners to grow with this delicious, warm season crop can reduce pest and disease damage, protect the soil, and reduce water loss. Plus, taking this approach can make your garden more productive. Discover 25 of the best companion plants for eggplant in this guide.
Saving seeds from your homegrown carrots now can ensure a bounty of garden vegetables in future seasons. If left to flower, each plant produces over a thousand seeds, so saving them is a no-brainer in terms of cheap food production. Learn how to harvest and store your own carrot seeds with this guide. Read more now.
Chinese lantern is a charming ornamental that will bring a touch of whimsy to your garden. The papery, red-orange husks of this perennial come into their full splendor in autumn, providing bright fall color, and can be used in bouquets or dried arrangements. Keep reading to learn more about growing Chinese lantern.
Kohlrabi is a cool-season Brassica with a bulbous stem that can be eaten raw or cooked. After harvest, you may be wondering how long they’ll keep and how best to store these vegetables. Learn how to prepare and store kohlrabi in the fridge and at room temperature to maximize freshness in this guide. Read more now.
Banana squash are wonders of the garden. These large winter squash look like oversized pink or blue bananas, weigh over 60 pounds, and have sweet flesh that is perfect for roasting, baking, or turning into warming autumn or winter soups. Learn how to plant and grow banana squash in this guide. Read more now.
Thinking of growing winter squash? Make sure to choose the best variety to match the length of your growing season and the size of your garden. And of course, you’ll want to pick a cultivar that will please your palate too! Keep reading to discover 11 of the best winter squash cultivars and find your new favorite.
Want to grow your own summer squash? These veggies are available in a delicious assortment of colors, shapes, patterns, and sizes. Whether you prefer your squash grilled, stuffed, spiralized, or sauteed, you have your pick for the garden. Discover 21 of the best summer squash varieties and choose your favorite now.
Goldenrods are late-season wildflowers bearing large golden sprays of blooms. With over 120 different species, there’s one suited to nearly every growing situation – dry or moist soil, wild meadows or compact gardens. To learn about 9 different goldenrods and discover which is best for your landscape, read more now.
Queeny Lime is a series of zinnia cultivars with a delightful, muted color palette. Formerly known as Queen Lime, they are gorgeous in cottage gardens, and their soft colors provide excellent cut flower options for floral arrangements and wedding bouquets. Learn how to grow these summer blooms in this guide. Read more.
Indian paintbrush is a hemiparasitic plant native to North America, generally sporting bright crimson blooms. These wildflowers can be challenging to cultivate, but in the right conditions, they will bring an abundance of pollinators to meadows, rock gardens, or xeriscapes. Learn how to grow Castilleja in this guide.
An excellent crop for beginning gardeners, radishes are fun, easy, and fast to grow. These members of the mustard family are also easy to pick – but it’s important to get the timing right. And depending on the type, you may need a hand tool to help with the task. Learn how to harvest radishes in this guide. Read more now.
Cushaw squash is a large winter variety, with delicious, meaty, moist flesh. The fruits are shaped like crooknecks and can weigh up to 20 pounds. Since you’re unlikely to find them at the grocery store or farmer’s market, you’ll need to grow your own. Learn how to plant and grow cushaw squash in this guide. Read more now.
Delicious with a crisp texture, kohlrabi is easy to grow in the cool season garden. Whether you’re growing in rows, raised beds, or with the square foot gardening method, you’ll need to ensure they are spaced appropriately to allow the bulbous stems to develop. Learn how far apart to space kohlrabi in this guide.
Cosmos come in a stunning array of different varieties, but we’ve narrowed the field to 25 of the most gorgeous, colorful cultivars, many of them award winners. Discover the best and most beautiful double, semi-double, bicolored, and patterned cosmos varieties and choose your favorite for your yard and garden.
Are you wondering which herbs, flowers, or veggies make the best companion plants for your tomatoes? Different combinations of plants provide a variety of benefits which include adding nutrients to the soil, protection from pests, or attracting pollinators. Discover 21 of the best tomato companion plants in this guide.
Mountain mahogany (Cercocarpus spp.) is a water-wise shrub or tree native to semi-deserts and arid shrublands in the western US. These drought-tolerant plants need very little care once established, and provide evergreen foliage, fragrant flowers, and rugged good looks. Learn how to grow mountain mahogany in this guide.
Yard long beans are annual legumes that produce extra-long, thin pods. Also known as Chinese long or asparagus beans, they are delicious and extremely popular in Asian cuisine with purple, green, red, or cream pods. Learn how to plant and grow yard long beans in your vegetable garden in this guide. Read more now.
Chickpeas aka garbanzo beans are versatile legumes delicious in hummus, curries, fritters, stews, and salads. They are surprisingly easy to grow in the home garden if you have the right conditions, and are sown in spring then harvested in fall. Learn how to plant and grow your own chickpeas in this guide. Read more now.
Scallop squash are tender, tasty, and beautifully shaped, resembling pies or flying saucers. And with a wide selection of different types to choose from, even the pickiest gardener is bound to find a patty pan that will become a new favorite. Discover 13 of the best types of patty pan squash in this guide. Read more now.
If you love summer squash why not add some interest to your patch (and plate) with delightful looking and delicious patty pan? These scallop-shaped squash grow on compact bush plants rather than vines, taking up little room in the garden. Learn how to plant and grow patty pan squash in this guide. Read more now.
Succulent plants are a showcase of weird and wonderful adaptations to rugged conditions – with its odd leaves, ice plant (Delosperma lehmannii) may be one of the most weird and wonderful. Add bright yellow flowers, and this succulent may be hard to resist. Learn how to grow and care for ice plant, read our guide now.
Houseplants brighten up our homes and living spaces with their vibrant green foliage and attractive shapes. By taking on some regular care tasks, we’ll make these vegetative companions look – and feel – even better. Learn the top 5 houseplant grooming and maintenance tips in this guide. Read more now.
With spineless stems, lifesaver cactus (Huernia zebrina) is a quirky succulent. Gracing a windowsill, trailing from a hanging basket, or serving as ground cover, the shiny red centers and tiger-striped petals of the flowers are mesmerizing. Learn how to grow and care for lifesaver cactus in this guide. Read more now.
Jewel plant, aka living rock (Titanopsis hugo-schlechteri), is a mimicry plant with a gravelly look that helps it blend into its native habitat. Concrete leaf plants, as they are also known, are easy to grow and make a unique addition to your succulent collection. Learn how to grow jewel plants in this guide. Read more.
Are you planning to start vegetables, flowers, or other plants from seed? If so, potting medium is one of the essential supplies, and there are a variety of different types of potting soils to choose from. Learn more about how to select the right growing medium for starting seeds in this guide. Read more now.
Are you planning to start garden plants from seed? When it comes to choosing trays or pots, there are many different options: plastic, rubber, silicone, or biodegradable. And you can even make your own DIY pots. Learn more about the different types of pots and trays for starting seeds in this guide. Read more now.
Want to grow tomatoes from seed? It’s easy to start these delicious summer vegetables from the comfort of home, and then transplant them to your garden. We explain when to start and what you’ll need, with step by step instructions. Learn how to start your own seeds and harvest a bumper crop of juicy ripe tomatoes now.
Are you planning to grow seed starts for a vegetable garden or flower border? Seeds are an obvious requirement, but there are a number of other supplies you’ll need as well, like potting medium and containers. Have a look at our checklist of 11 supplies you need for starting seeds here. Read more now.
Don’t throw your fading poinsettia out after the holidays! With the right care, these showy plants will thrive in your home all year long. Under the right conditions, they will produce vivid color again just in time for the holidays. Learn all you need to know about growing poinsettias indoors.
Baby toes (Fenestraria rhopalophylla) is one of the cutest succulent plants, with translucent windows in the tops of its leaves and yellow flowers. These drought-tolerant mimicry plants are easy to care for as houseplants or outdoors in Zones 9 to 13. Learn how to grow baby toes in this guide. Read more now.
Species in the Gasteria genus are small, strap-leaved succulents that make charmingly unique houseplants. ‘Little Warty’ is one of the most commonly grown but there are many other delightful options, including those with speckled, variegated, or striped foliage. Discover 23 of the best gasteria varieties in this guide.
Bishop’s cap (Astrophytum myriostigma) is a diminutive cactus beloved for its beautiful patterns and numerous cultivars. In addition to being beautiful, they are also spineless, making them safe for homes with kids and pets. Learn how to grow and care for bishop’s cap cactus in this guide. Read more now.
With colorful foliage, ‘Little Warty’ gasterias are appreciated for their streaky, variegated leaves covered in tubercles. This cultivar is easy to care for indoors and out, needs little maintenance, and has a unique appearance. Learn to grow and care for ‘Little Warty’ gasterias in this guide. Read more now.
Gasteria succulents have funky, strap-shaped foliage and make wonderfully undemanding houseplants. Also known as ox tongue, these fascinating South African natives have compact, fan- or rosette-shaped growth habits, and they’re nontoxic too. Learn how to grow and care for plants in the Gasteria genus in this guide.
Astrophytum is a genus of beautiful cactus species from deserts and scrublands. Loved for their globe-shaped forms and intricate, contrasting patterns of flecks and areoles, many of these plants lack spines. Learn how to grow and care for low-maintenance astrophytum cacti in this guide. Read more now.
When a bright poinsettia arrives in your home for the winter months, it’s time to celebrate! Not sure how to keep your plant happy? Whether you enjoy it just through the holidays, or you want to keep it as one of your cherished houseplants, your poinsettia needs proper care – and a little understanding. Read more now.
Concrete leaf plants aka Titanopsis are bumpy-leaved succulent plants that blend in with the rocky ground in their native habitats. These mimicry plants, also known as living stones, are fascinating as well as being easy to cultivate. Learn how to grow and care for concrete leaf plants in this guide. Read more now.
With thick, chunky leaves and beautiful pale blue rosettes, ‘Powder Puff’ is a gorgeous addition to any succulent collection. This intergeneric hybrid is drought-tolerant and easy to care for when you know how to meet its needs. Learn how to grow and care for Pachyveria ‘Powder Puff’ in this guide. Read more now.
There are many types of gorgeous echeverias to choose from, but if you want one that has beautiful blue rosettes with leaves outlined in red, and a clumping, offsetting growth habit, put painted lady echeveria on your short list! Learn how to grow and care for painted lady echeverias in this guide. Read more now.
Holiday cacti are epiphytic succulents that flower in winter, but that doesn’t mean they like cold weather. However, cool conditions are required for these colorful blooms to form. Learn more about Christmas cactus cold tolerance and what temperatures are optimal for blooming in this guide. Read more now.
Holiday cacti are epiphytic succulents that bloom with bright colorful flowers during the winter months. These plants are generally low-maintenance and don’t require repotting very often. If your Christmas cactus is outgrowing its current container, learn when and how to repot it in this guide. Read more now.
Little jewel pachyveria is a charming succulent with gorgeous, faceted leaves. Whether you grow this plant indoors on a sunny windowsill or outdoors in your water-wise xeriscape, you’ll need to know how to keep this plant happy and healthy. Learn how to care for little jewel pachyverias in this guide. Read more now.
Pachyverias are intergeneric succulent plants with chunky or faceted leaves with a blueish-green hue. These low-maintenance plants are a cross between echeverias and pachyphytums and are ideal for growing as houseplants or as an addition to your outdoor succulent garden. Learn how to grow pachyverias in this guide.
If you’re looking for a succulent plant that’s easy to care for, takes up little room, and has a funky appearance, zebra haworthia is sure to please. With striking white stripes on dark green foliage this small plant is eye-catching but undemanding. Learn more about growing and caring for zebra haworthia in this guide.
One of the fun aspects of growing succulents is how easily they reproduce, and growing new plants from offsets or pups may be the easiest propagation technique of all. However, there are a few important steps you need to follow to ensure you are successful. Learn to propagate succulents from offsets in this guide.
Red succulents come in a variety of hues, from bright crimson to deep burgundy. These plants are a visual treat whether you’re looking for a houseplant for a windowsill, or a drought-tolerant landscaping plant for the yard. Learn about 21 of the most beautiful red succulents in this guide. Read more now.
With trailing stems or compact rosettes, succulents come in all shapes and sizes, and many of them are a cooling blue hue. This feature protects these xeric plants, which is why there are so many fabulous blue options available. Discover 29 of the best blue succulents and choose your favorites in this guide. Read more.
If you find succulents fascinating, you might want to try propagating them from seed. However, this gardening project does require a fairly long term commitment, so it’s best to understand the entire process before you get started. Learn how to propagate succulents from seed in 9 steps in this guide. Read more now.
It’s hard to beat the magnetic draw of the sunflower when it comes to wildlife-friendly plants. These cheery flowers are wildly popular with bees, especially bumble bees, and are an especially good food source for pollinators as summer transitions into fall. Discover 19 of the best sunflowers for pollinators in this guide.
Interested in growing garden plants to attract black swallowtail butterflies? Members of the carrot family are a favorite of these pollinators, which can make their homes in our gardens at many different stages. Learn more about growing plants in the carrot family for black swallowtail butterflies in this guide. Read more.