Are you still watering plants from the top with a watering can? Maybe it’s time to try bottom watering. Also known as reverse watering, this technique has some advantages that can result in healthier, happier plants. This guide helps you learn when and why you should use bottom watering, and how to do it the right way.
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.
Forsythia is an early spring flowering woody shrub with bright yellow blossoms on gracefully arching branches. Let it take its own shape, or prune it as desired, for the perfect backdrop to colorful bulbs, or a perimeter hedge. Read on to find all you need to know to cultivate and maintain forsythia in your landscape.
Red Russian kale is an heirloom variety with sweet, tender leaves and distinctive purple-red stems. This cultivar matures in 50 days for full-sized leaves or 25 days for baby greens, and its flavor improves after a light frost. Learn how to grow this beautiful and productive variety in your spring or fall garden now.
Phalaenopsis orchids are fantastic. They’re incredibly elegant, yet despite their delicate appearance, they aren’t all that fussy or tender – tougher in fact than most other orchids, and many other plants in general! But they have unique care requirements compared to other common houseplants. Learn more in our guide.
Douglas firs are fast-growing evergreen conifers with distinctive mouse-tail cones and bluish-green needles. These majestic trees feature thick reddish-brown bark that makes them highly fire-resistant, and they develop a narrow, conical growth habit. Learn how to grow these long-lived trees in this guide. Read more now.
Beets come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, from tiny one-inch table cultivars to massive sugar and fodder types that can grow six feet long or more. Aboveground, the foliage can be correspondingly sized. Learn all about the sizes of beet roots and leaves to help plan how much space you need in your garden. Read more.
Are you itching to get into the garden, but it’s still too cold outside? Satisfy your craving to play in the dirt by starting seeds indoors. With an egg carton and potting medium, you can grow flowers, herbs, and vegetables to transplant outside when the weather warms. Learn how on Gardener’s Path.
Balloon cactus (Parodia magnifica) is a compact, slow-growing species with a rounded blue-green body, golden spines, and bright yellow summer flowers. This species is ideal for containers indoors or out, and may form offsets that spread into clusters with age. Learn how to grow balloon cactus in this guide. Read more now.
Rubber tree is often chosen as a houseplant, with its structured branches, colorful varieties, and big, glossy leaves lending interest to modern decor. This tropical tree can reach towering heights of over 100 feet in the wild, but with a little pruning and some mottled sunlight, these robust plants can thrive indoors.
‘Crosby’s Prolific’ is a hybrid aloe cultivar that forms tight clusters of compact rosettes, forming dense colonies spreading via offsets. The narrow green leaves develop vivid red tones in bright sunshine and are lined with translucent teeth. Learn how to grow this low maintenance succulent in this guide. Read more now.
If you’re tired of houseplants that demand lots of attention to keep them healthy, why not grow dumb cane? Dumb canes (Dieffenbachia) are uncomplicated plants that add heaps of color and texture to your interiors without a lot of work on your part. Learn how to grow and care for dumb cane in this guide. Read more now.
String of nickels, Dischidia nummularia, is a perennial vine named for its coin-like foliage. The species is native to Australia and Southeast Asia. It is suited to outdoor cultivation in frost-free regions of Zones 10 to 11. Learn how to care for this semi-succulent as an attractive hanging houseplant in this guide.
Chinese evergreen is appreciated for its long and lush tropical leaves. Choose a cultivar with green foliage, or green brightly variegated with pink, red, or white. An excellent choice for a houseplant, it tolerates low light and needs little maintenance. Read on and discover how to grow your own Chinese evergreen 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.
Why suffer through the miserable symptoms of a cough, cold, or the flu when you can find fast relief with an easy-to-make batch of soothing herbal tea? Prepared with fresh, natural ingredients, you can start feeling better in just 10 minutes with a steaming mugful of this brew. Read the step-by-step guide now.
Nerve plants (Fittonia) are compact tropical perennials with foliage that features bold veins in white, pink, or red against deep green backgrounds. These low-growing plants reach just three to eight inches tall, making them ideal for small spaces. Learn how to grow these striking plants in this guide. Read more now.
Jade plants produce delicate white or pink flowers in late winter, but many indoor specimens never bloom as Crassula ovata needs certain environmental conditions to trigger blooming. Learn about the seven most common reasons why jade houseplants fail to bloom and what to do about them in this guide. Read more now.
If you’re looking for unique perennial flowers, hybrid hellebores are for you. Also known as Lenten roses, they’re perfect for moist, shady locations in the garden, and reward with cheerful blossoms in late winter and early spring. Learn how to cultivate these evergreen early bloomers in this guide. Read more now.
Herbs, flowers, and fruits have been used for millennia to provide natural, wholesome relief from the discomfort of cold and flu symptoms – and many can be grown in your own garden. Join us now for a look at some of the most popular and easily grown plant-based medicinals to combat cold season naturally with herbs.
It’s easy to be confused by conifer species. Identifying pine, spruce, and fir trees can be tricky at first, but learning the key differences becomes easier with practice. Learn how to distinguish these common conifers by examining the needles and cones as well as growth habits and shape in this guide. Read more now.
Shade trees are natural climate control for your home and yard. They offer protection from the light and heat of the sun and can serve as a buffer against strong, cold winds that whip heat away from the house. Discover 15 of the best fast-growing shade trees for your landscape in this guide. Read more now.
Are you looking for a vibrant new plant for the house or garden that’s a cut above the rest? Consider Persian shield, a unique tropical variety with amazing, iridescent purple leaves. Learn all about this exceptional tropical plant 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.
Terrariums are miniature indoor gardens created in transparent containers using layers of gravel, charcoal, moss, and soil. These self-contained ecosystems support moisture-loving plants in closed containers or cacti and succulents in open vessels. Learn how to create your own themed arrangements in this guide. Read more.
The ruffled aka Vanuatu fan palm (Licuala grandis) features stunning circular fronds with distinctive pleated texture. Native to Vanuatu in the South Pacific, it brings a dramatic architectural element to spaces that can accommodate its impressive foliage. Learn how to grow ruffled fan palms in this guide. Read more now.
Black spots on your jade plant leaves? These tough succulents can develop spots from overwatering, sunburn, fungal diseases, cold damage, or pest problems. Most plants recover completely when you identify and address the underlying issue. Learn about 5 common causes and how to address them in this guide. Read more now.
Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ is a striking succulent with nearly black leaves arranged in rosettes. It reaches four to six inches tall and produces red flowers in late fall. Perfect for containers, rock gardens, mixed succulent arrangements, and as an edging plant. Learn how to grow Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ in this guide.
Forsythia is a deciduous shrub with bright yellow flowers that have become synonymous with spring. One of the earliest shrubs to bloom, it is sure to chase the winter blues away. Learn about 13 of the best forsythia varieties and choose your favorites, for sturdy plants that will reward with vivid color. Read more now.
Arrowhead plants are tough, and they’re some of the hardest houseplants to kill. But that sturdiness doesn’t come at the expense of beauty – they are available in an array of colors and leaf patterns. Plus, they’re versatile and can be used in dish gardens, terrariums, and hanging pots. Read more now.
Anthurium houseplants produce long-lasting, colorful spathes in shades of red, pink, white, and coral that can persist for weeks or months. These tropical plants require less maintenance than most flowering houseplants and adapt well to indoor conditions. Learn how to grow and care for anthuriums in this guide. Read more.
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.
Lucky bamboo is not a true bamboo, but a type of dracaena in the asparagus family. From its native Africa, it made its way to ancient Asia, where it became a symbol of good fortune and a facilitator of the harmonious practice of feng shui. Read on to learn all about lucky bamboo and how you can grow your own indoors.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia is an incredibly resilient houseplant that requires very little water, light, or maintenance. If you are new to houseplants or simply too busy to devote a lot of time to gardening, this is the plant for you. Continue reading for an in-depth guide to growing and caring for ZZ plants indoors.
Aluminum plants, aka watermelon pilea, are tropical perennials with abundant clumping green foliage that is richly textured and accented by streaks of silver. Ideal for growing indoors in bright, indirect light, this foliage plant requires moderate maintenance and is an elegant addition to the home or office. Read more.
With unique rosettes ranging in colors from icy blue to dusty plum, echeveria succulents are easy-care, frost-tender perennials that thrive in lean soil and arid conditions, making them an excellent choice for containers, xeriscape gardens, and as houseplants. Learn about 27 of the best echeveria varieties in this guide.
Panda plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa) is a succulent species for Zones 11 and 12 that also makes an exceptional houseplant. It has fuzzy foliage edged in brown, for a rich two-tone look. A striking addition to succulent collections, it also makes an eye-catching standalone specimen. Learn how to grow your own in this guide.
‘Gollum’ jade is a cultivar of Crassula ovata with tubular leaves that flare into suction-cup-like tips, often tinged with red. Also known as finger jade, Shrek’s ears, and E.T. fingers, it’s compact, slow-growing, and ideal for growing indoors. Learn how to grow and care for ‘Gollum’ in this guide. Read more now.
Gloxinia is a flowering perennial from Brazil related to the African violet. It is suited to outdoor cultivation in Zones 11 to 12 and also makes an outstanding houseplant. Showy funnel-shaped flowers in purple, red, or white hues bloom above a rosette of fuzzy foliage. Learn how to grow gloxinia indoors in this guide.
Western red cedar (Thuja plicata) is a tall, long-lived conifer with lacy evergreen foliage and reddish-brown bark, commonly grown as a specimen tree or privacy hedge. It thrives in cool, moist climates with part shade and wet soil. Learn more about growing and caring for this tree in this guide. Read more now.
An easy-care perennial, Solomon’s seal has elegant arching stems, pretty foliage, and sweetly scented bell-like flowers in spring. The cold-hardy rhizomes spread slowly into attractive colonies that are ideal for moist or dry shade gardens and woodland settings. Learn how to plant and grow Polygonatum in this guide.
If you grow Christmas cactus, the time may come when it needs repotting, and that means you’ll need an appropriate potting mix. There are many products available for cacti, but the ingredients vary. Learn what essential elements are required for healthy growth, and how to make your own perfect potting mix. Read more now.
Dwarf conifers bring year-round texture, color, and structure to even the smallest gardens. Whether you need a bold focal point, a soft ground cover, or something sculptural for a rock garden, there’s a low-maintenance option to suit nearly any space or style. Learn about 19 of the best dwarf conifers in this guide.
Flaming sword is the common name for select species and hybrids of Vriesea, tropical bromeliads with sword-like floral bracts and decorative foliage. These adaptable plants thrive in bright, indirect light and bring lasting color to indoor spaces or shaded gardens. Learn how to grow flaming sword in this guide.
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.
Protecting heat-loving herbs through the short days and cold temperatures of winter is a smart move that results in the return of healthy, vibrant plants in spring. Learn which plants to bring indoors and which can stay outside with the right protection. In a few simple steps, learn how to winterize your herb garden.
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.
Want to create a massive impact in a minimum amount of space? Look no further than dwarf Japanese maples. This guide reveals 17 of the best options, from laceleaf weeping types to upright green leaf cultivars that make a dramatic statement in a tiny package. All of these top picks stay under about 10 feet tall.
When yuccas are grown in a cold climate, it may be tough for these plants to make it through the winter unscathed. In this guide to caring for winter-injured yucca plants, you’ll learn how to help a frost-damaged specimen the right way as well as how to prevent cold injury and frost damage in the future. Read more now.
Red Japanese maples stand out against all the green in the garden with their bright coloring. Plus, the scarlet hue really brings out the unique shape of the lobes and serration of the leaves. Learn about 11 of the toughest, brightest, and most gorgeous red Japanese maple varieties for your landscape in this guide.
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.
For texturally-rich vertical interest among your succulent houseplants, consider introducing old man cactus. Covered in cascading hairlike white spines, this column-shaped desert species matures slowly. It requires a bright location, little moisture, and occasional maintenance. Learn how to grow old man cactus now.
Zebra grass is a clump-forming ornamental with green leaves marked by bold, horizontal gold bands, giving it a striped appearance. It thrives in full sun, tolerates a variety of well-draining soils, and sends up tall plumes in late summer. Learn how to grow Miscanthus sinensis ‘Zebrinus’ in this guide. Read more now.
Haworthias are succulents suited for outdoor growing in Zones 9 to 11 or as houseplants elsewhere. Most form rosettes featuring distinctive bumps, bristles, ridges, or stripes. Some species have translucent “windows” that enhance photosynthesis. Discover how to grow these favorites indoors in this guide. Read more now.
Japanese maples are fairly sturdy trees that can live a long time but they can suffer from winter dieback. When temperatures rise and fall repeatedly, especially coupled with desiccating winds, it can seriously harm your plants. Learn all about dealing with and preventing winter damage in Japanese maples in this guide.
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!
Christmas Carol aloe has green leaves with red accents and is shaped like a star. This easygoing succulent is suitable for growing outdoors in Zones 9 to 11 and as a houseplant. Use the leaves to soothe minor burns or let it shine as part of your festive holiday decor. Learn how to grow Christmas Carol aloe in this guide.
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.
The baseball plant (Euphorbia obesa) is a water-wise, South African succulent with a rounded form and stitch-like ridges. It is well-suited to outdoor rock gardens or xeriscapes in Zones 9 to 12 and performs reliably as a houseplant. Learn how to grow and care for baseball euphorbia in this guide. Read more now.
Houseplants add a calm and soothing ambience to our homes, with lush foliage, pretty shapes, and interesting textures. And types that flower add an exciting bonus with bright colors and even sweet perfume. For an attractive, bold punch to enliven your interiors, discover 17 of our favorite flowering houseplants. Read more.
Echeveria ‘Topsy Turvy’ is a striking, sculptural succulent with curled, silver-blue leaves that form a tight rosette. It thrives in bright light and well-draining soil with minimal care, making it a good choice for containers indoors or outside in warm climates. Learn how to grow Topsy Turvy in this guide. Read more now.
Bright-light, sun-loving houseplants range from desert to tropical species and grow best near south- and east-facing windows with abundant light. If you have sunny rooms in your home, you have the perfect opportunity to keep your green thumb honed year-round. Read on for 21 of the best bright-light-loving houseplants.
If you love sweet-smelling flowers and aromatic herbs, why not bring the fragrance of the outdoors into your indoor spaces? In this roundup, we introduce 17 of the most fragrant plants with aromatic flowers or scented foliage, all of which make stunning additions to your houseplant collection. Read more now.
Get ready to meet peperomias! These unfussy and diverse houseplants come in multiple growth habits, sizes, and foliage shapes and colors. They’re undemanding, and bring greenery into your space without asking for much in return. Learn how to plant, propagate, and care for radiator plants in this guide. Read more now.
Want to add an elegant tree to your decor? Are you yearning for a tropical or evergreen indoor forest? Or do you simply want to make a dramatic statement in your space? One of these impressive houseplants will do the job. Our roundup includes 25 of the best tall, tree-like houseplant species for the home. Read more.
If you’re looking for an indoor tropical tree consider ming aralia (Polyscias fruticosa), a broadleaf evergreen with deeply serrated foliage, multiple trunks, and an upright growth habit. Suited to outdoor cultivation in Zones 11 to 12, it makes an attractive houseplant. Learn how to grow ming aralia in this guide.
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.
Many of our spring-blooming flowers sprout from bulbs planted in the fall. Favorites like crocus, daffodil, and tulip must spend the winter beneath the cold ground, storing energy for their debut when warm weather returns. Read on to find out how late you can plant bulbs in the fall for a spectacular spring display.
An easy-care perennial, red hot poker features lush blades of grass-like leaves and stately, torch-like flowers in fiery shades of orange, red, and yellow with a tropical vibe. They’re actually cold hardy plants that are unfussy and drought resistant. Learn how to grow and care for red hot poker in this guide. Read more.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a perennial shrub that offers reliable summer and fall blooms in a wide range of sizes, colors, and forms. Many modern cultivars are sterile and easy to maintain, making them suitable for any landscape. Discover 25 of the best rose of Sharon varieties in this guide. Read more now.
Hardy, reliable, and surprisingly multi-purpose, juniper shrubs are garden staples for a reason. They can stand up to brutal environmental conditions like drought and heat while providing food, medicine, and alluring visual impact. Learn how to grow this outstanding plant in your garden in this guide. Read more now.
Money tree, aka Guiana or Malabar chestnut, is a tropical species for Zones 10 to 12. Elsewhere, it is a popular houseplant often sold with decoratively braided trunks. Cultural requirements include bright, indirect sunlight and consistently moist, well-draining soil. Discover how to grow money tree plants in this guide.
Clematis vines add long-lasting beauty to the garden from spring to fall. But not all varieties can survive freezing temperatures and some require a bit of protection to make it through cold snaps and hard frosts. Discover how to provide winter care for the different types of clematis in this guide. Read more now.
Dyckia plants are low-maintenance bromeliads. Their stiff, spiny leaves form compact rosettes that work well in rock gardens, xeriscapes, containers, or as houseplants. These plants handle heat, drought, and poor soil without complaint and enjoy bright light. Learn how to grow dyckia in this guide. Read more now.
If you mourn the loss of garden-fresh herbs with the arrival of cold weather, take heart. There are a few that still continue to produce leaves in winter, and parsley’s one of them – so you can enjoy the fresh taste in your favorite recipes all year. Learn how to grow parsley in winter in this guide. Read more now.
Spathoglottis are easy-going terrestrial species that are also known as purple or ground orchids. The flowers are available in a variety of colors including colors, like white, yellow, red, pink, purple, and cream, depending on the species or hybrid. Learn how to grow Spathoglottis orchids in this guide. Read more now.
Dahlias are spectacular, long-lasting flowers that add reliable color to the late season garden. But these plants are frost tender and don’t like wet feet. They need to lifted for winter storage and benefit from having their tubers divided in spring. Learn how to lift and store your dahlias during winter in this guide.
Morel mushrooms are prized for their nutty, earthy flavor but are difficult to cultivate. These fungi require specific moisture levels, temperature conditions, and substrate to fruit successfully. Results are unpredictable, and it can take up to five years before fruiting. Learn how to grow morel mushrooms in this guide.
Hot peppers are typically grown as annuals, but did you know that you can overwinter these perennial plants for a larger harvest next season? With the right preparation, you can keep your favorite varieties dormant in the winter months and they’ll come back healthy in spring. Learn how to winterize hot pepper plants.
Are you looking for a beautiful evergreen with soft needles and a heavenly fragrance? How about one with the classic pyramidal Christmas tree shape? Fraser firs have all that and more in a stellar package that adds year-round texture and interest to the garden. Learn all about how to grow these conifers in this guide.
When the thermometer takes a sudden dive, you may wake up to a vegetable garden coated with frost. Some crops can tolerate it, but others are ruined instantly. Learn about the hardiness of vegetables, what to do when frost is in the forecast, and how to deal with the damage that may occur in this guide. Read more now.
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.
Ghost plants, aka mother of pearl, have pale, silvery rosettes on cascading stems that bloom with delicate star-shaped flowers. Originally from Mexico, these succulents handle heat and drought well, making them suitable for outdoor gardens in Zones 8 to 11 or as houseplants. Learn how to grow ghost plants 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.
North America hosts a stunning diversity of native orchids. From Florida’s elusive ghost orchids hiding in swamplands to hardy lady’s slippers thriving in northern Canada’s frigid temperatures, these remarkable wildflowers span an incredible range. Learn about the fascinating world of indigenous orchids in this guide.
If you’ve always wanted lush greenery in your home but lack the daylight many plants crave, it’s time to try one or more of our favorite low-light houseplants. Indoor gardening is a fun and relaxing hobby when you choose varieties appropriate to your surroundings. Read on to find your new favorites from our list of 25.
Tiger flowers (Tigridia pavonia) produce bright, eye-catching blooms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink, often with bold speckled patterns at the center. These tender perennials won’t survive winter temperatures in Zone 6 and below. Learn how to lift and store tiger flower corms in this guide. Read more now.
Want to grow your own collard greens in the garden? These veggies are a Southern favorite, packed with fiber and healthy nutrients. Delicious raw or cooked, growing your own leafy greens is the best way to add more to your diet. Learn about nine of the best cultivars and choose your favorites in this guide. Read more now.
Beaked aka big bend yucca is the water-wise gardener’s dream. This species thrives in the hot, dry conditions common to its native Texas and Mexico. Growing up to 15 feet high with sword-like blue-green leaves, beaked yucca produces a profusion of creamy white flowers in spring. Learn how to grow Yucca rostrata in this guide.
With a fantastic crunchy texture and mild or fiery, peppery taste, radishes are a rewarding crop with very early yields. With fast-growing roots, they thrive in the cool temperatures of spring and fall, and are quick and easy to cultivate. Learn how to grow radishes in containers in this guide. Read more now.
Claret cup cactus (Echinocereus triglochidiatus) is suited to Zones 5 to 10, where it thrives in full to partial sun with sandy, well-drained soil. Prized for its funnel-like scarlet flowers, it is an easy-care, water-wise addition to xeriscapes and patio pots. Learn how to grow claret cup cactus in this guide. Read more.
Downy mildew is a persistent disease that affects lettuce crops. It creates yellow spots on leaves and fuzzy growth on undersides, potentially ruining entire harvests. Quick identification and immediate action are crucial for managing outbreaks. Learn effective prevention and treatment strategies in this guide. Read more.
Gray dogwood (Cornus racemosa) is a hardy native shrub that produces clusters of white spring flowers followed by white berries on red stems. This adaptable plant tolerates various soil conditions and provides excellent wildlife value, attracting birds and pollinators. Learn how to grow gray dogwood 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.
Ixora is a genus of flowering shrubs native to tropical regions of Asia suited to Zones ranging from 9 to 12. There are numerous species and cultivated varieties with clusters of bold flowers in orange, pink, red, white, or yellow hues. Learn how to grow this ornamental shrub in your outdoor living space in this guide.
Fall is the perfect time to plant perennials like roses. The weather is milder than in the summer, the plants have a chance to get established so they can take off next season, and you can find some real bargains. This guide walks you through the process so your plants will have the best chance at a healthy start.
Garlic is a must-have for the kitchen with flavors that vary from sweetly nutty to pungently spicy, and heat levels from mild to wasabi-like. And it’s easily grown, with varieties suitable for both cold and mild winter locations. To best match your needs, check out the 10 garlic families to know about for the garden.
Irises add sumptuous colors, fragrance, and stately elegance to the garden and have excellent cold hardiness. But sometimes we end up with rhizomes that weren’t planted in the garden before freezing temperatures set in. To keep those roots healthy over winter, learn how to lift and store iris rhizomes in winter now.