How to Grow ‘Pirat’ Butterhead Lettuce

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‘Pirat’ lettuce is a disease-resistant, adaptable, and absolutely delicious cultivar. It’s slow to bolt even in hot weather and is hardy enough to survive a frost. The soft, crisp leaves on loose heads take your salads and sandwiches to the next level. Learn how to plant and grow this butterhead type in this guide.

25 of the Best Summer-Blooming Clematis Varieties

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If you need a perennial that gives long-lasting, reliable color during the hot months, summer flowering clematis is a great choice. Terrific for vertical interest, as a ground cover, or weaving through trees and shrubs, these hardy vines are easy to care for and maintain. Discover 25 of the best varieties for your garden.

How to Plant and Care for Bare Root Roses

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When you plant bare root roses, you’ll need to know the best way to ensure that they grow and flourish. This guide walks you through selecting, planting, and caring for your new bare root plants so that they have the best chance at turning into big, beautiful flowering bushes. It’s not as hard as you might think.

When and How to Harvest Garden Peas

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Garden peas are legumes with edible seeds inside tough, fibrous pods. These annuals are suited to cultivation in Zones 3 to 10 and prefer full sun and moist, well-drained, organically-rich soil. Plants have bushy or vining growth habits and can produce one crop or multiple. Learn how to harvest garden peas in this guide.

Tips for Growing Star Magnolias

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Star magnolias have an incredibly impressive floral display with heaps of white or pink star-shaped blossoms. The flowers appear before the leaves in the early spring, blanketing the plant from top to bottom. In the summer, enjoy the thick leaves and colorful cones. Learn how to grow Magnolia stellata in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Feather (Tassel) Grape Hyacinth

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Feather aka tassel grape hyacinth are similar to the popular Muscari species but bigger, with tall stalks of tasseled, feather-like purple blossoms. They make a big impact with the same low-maintenance requirements as their close relatives. Learn how to plant and grow these oh-so-impressive flowers in this guide.

How to Plant and Grow Mulberry Trees

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Mulberry trees (Morus spp.) are native to Asia and North America, depending on the species, and suited to cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 10. They make gorgeous shade trees and the fruits are a tasty treat. Learn all about how to grow and care for mulberry trees in this guide. Read more now.

11 Ways to Use Elderflowers for Food and Medicine

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Did you know that like the berries, elderflowers are both edible and medicinal? These tiny aromatic blossoms have a myriad of interesting uses. Head to Gardener’s Path for harvesting tips, as well as suggestions on ways to prepare and use elderflowers. Read more now.

How to Plant and Grow ‘Oscarde’ Oak Leaf Lettuce

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‘Oscarde’ lettuce is an oak leaf variety that has a beautiful appearance and exceptional flavor, with reddish-brown leaves and bright green centers. It’s incredibly tough and won’t even flinch in a hard freeze – but it doesn’t enjoy hot weather. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Oscarde’ in this guide. Read more now.

How to Plant and Grow Patty Pan (Scallop) Squash

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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.

How to Grow and Care for Cleveland Sage

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Cleveland sage, often referred to as blue or fragrant sage, starts blooming just as spring transitions to summer. Growing well in Zones 9-11, this short-lived perennial thrives in full sun and requires little beyond some fertile, well-draining soil.. Learn how to plant and grow Cleveland sage in this guide. Read more now.

Tips for Growing ‘Nevada’ Lettuce

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Looking for a fantastic lettuce that grows in warm weather? ‘Nevada’ is a summer crisp aka Batavian cultivar that is slow to bolt, heat tolerant, and flavorful. It’s truly an exceptional cultivar that will quickly become a favorite in your veggie patch. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Nevada’ lettuce in this guide. Read more.

How to Plant and Grow Elderberries

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Elderberries are the ultimate dual-purpose plants, doubling as both ornamentals and food-providing edibles. The shrubs or small trees have beautiful foliage and flowers, plus tasty berries packed with nutrients. Learn all about growing and caring for plants in the Sambucus genus in this guide. Read more now.

13 of the Best Spring-Flowering Clematis Varieties (Group 1)

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Reliable perennials with masses of pretty and sometimes fragrant flowers, Group 1 clematis are deciduous or evergreen and bloom from winter to mid-spring. Depending on the variety, these easy-care vines tower on trellises or scramble down slopes and require no pruning. Here are 13 of the best spring-flowering clematis.

5 Reasons (and Fixes!) for Sweet Pea Bud Drop

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Sweet peas are fragrant ornamental flowers, cultivated as decorative annuals. The colorful flowers consist of pairs of winged and hooded petals in a variety of colors. If the plants are stressed, the buds may drop before opening into blooms. Learn more about sweet pea bud drop and how to avoid it in this guide. Read more.

How to Grow Rock Garden (Reticulated) Irises

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Rock garden irises are dwarf flowering bulbs that bloom in spring in Zones 5 to 9. Numerous cultivars are available in shades of blue, purple, and white. Cultural requirements include well-draining soil, moderate moisture, and full sun to partial shade. Learn how to grow Iris reticulata in this guide. Read more now.

Tips for Growing ‘Sugar Bon’ Peas

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‘Sugar Bon’ is a type of snap pea that grows just one to two feet tall, perfect for smaller vegetable gardens. The diminutive, self-supporting plants produce high yields of delicious, sweet, edible pod peas while also being more heat tolerant than many other types. Learn how to plant and grow these legumes in this guide.

Troubleshooting Yellow Leaves on Lily of the Valley

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Perennial lily of the valley, Convallaria majalis, grows in full to partial shade and blooms in early spring. The fragrant white blossoms nestle among lush green leaves, but sometimes the foliage can turn yellow for a variety of reasons. Learn about 13 causes of yellow foliage and how to address them in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Tulip Tree (Yellow Poplar)

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A North American native, tulip tree is a fast-growing shade tree with a wide, straight trunk and beautiful showy flowers. A member of the magnolia family and also known as tulip poplar and yellow poplar, this easy-care tree is hardy in Zones 4 to 9. Learn how to grow Liriodendron tulipifera in this guide. Read more now.

Death by Black Walnut: The Facts on Juglone Toxicity

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Have you heard of juglone toxicity? This side effect of keeping black walnut trees may be killing your other plants. Learn what fruits and flowers can withstand living near the tree and how to properly treat sensitive plants with our guide on Gardener’s Path.

How to Grow and Care for Rabbit’s Foot Ferns

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Rabbit’s foot ferns have the characteristic lacy fronds that make ferns so special, with the addition of adorably fuzzy rhizomes. These rhizomes crawl along the soil and down the sides of pots for a unique look unmatched by other houseplants. Learn how to grow and care for these cute ferns in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Ice Plant (Delosperma)

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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.

What Are the Different Types of Shrub Roses?

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No doubt you’ve heard of shrub roses, but what are they exactly? You’re probably thinking “shrub” just refers to growth habit, but that’s not true. Surprised? This guide will help you understand what a shrub rose is and will introduce you to some stand-out specimens, including a few ground covers and climbers.

How to Grow and Care for Variegated Pineapple Bromeliads

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Variegated pineapple is a perennial bromeliad prized for its boldly hued, sword-like foliage and ornamental fruits. It’s a spectacular outdoor specimen in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 to 12 and an eye-catching houseplant in other regions. Learn how to grow and care for variegated pineapples in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Common Goldenstar (Bloomeria)

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Common goldenstar flowers (Bloomeria spp.) are a beautiful addition to any native plant or pollinator garden. The cheerful yellow blossoms are like little dots of sunshine beaming out of the garden. These California natives are adaptable and tolerate drought, heat, and frost. Learn how to grow Bloomeria in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Fritillaria Flowers

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The delicate, bell-shaped flowers of species in the Fritillaria genus are like no other spring bulbs. Native to temperate regions in the Northern Hemisphere, these flowers come in a variety of shades and patterns and are wonderful for borders and wild meadows. Learn how to grow fritillaries in this guide. Read more now.

Tips for Growing ‘Sweet Dani’ Lemon Basil in Your Herb Garden

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‘Sweet Dani’ basil is a lemon cultivar that stands out for several reasons. It’s more disease-resistant than other basils and it grows fast, with a clean, sweet lemon flavor that can be used in savory and sweet dishes. No wonder it’s an award-winning herb! Our guide provides all the details you need to grow your own.

Types of Daffodil Flowers: 13 Outstanding Divisions

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Daffodils are a glorious symbol of spring, sweetly perfumed in bright colors and with a myriad of flower types in varying sizes and shapes. And with three different flowering times, you can enjoy their cheery blooms all season long. Learn about the types of daffodil varieties in 13 classifications in this guide. Read more.

9 of the Best Celery Cultivars for Your Garden

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If you want to grow your own celery, you may not know that there are several different varieties available, including self-blanching types, bolt-resistant varieties, and even a unique cultivar with purple stems! Discover 9 of the best celery cultivars to grow at home and choose your favorite now. Read more.

How to Plant and Grow Turban Squash

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Turban, aka Turk’s turban squash is a winter variety instantly recognizable with its colorful, funky-shaped fruits that can weigh over five pounds. While not the most flavorful, the gourds can be used for stuffing and they make wonderful additions to autumn displays. Learn how to plant and grow Turk’s turban in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Rembrandt Tulips

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Rembrandt tulips are truly the stuff of legend. They’re the flowers that started the infamous tulipmania of the mid-1600s, but the tulips of yore were infected with a nasty virus. Today’s version is hardier and healthier than ever. Learn about where these gorgeous tulips came from and how to grow them in our guide.

Bulbs, Corms, Tubers, and Rhizomes: What’s the Difference?

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Flower bulbs is a general term used for a variety of underground rootstocks that includes bulbs, corms, rhizomes, and tubers, and covers a wide diversity of plants. And knowing how the different types grow is key for reliable, abundant flowers every year. Learn more about the different types of flower bulbs in this guide.

9 of the Best Grape Hyacinth Varieties for Your Garden

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For an easy pop of bright color and sweet perfume, muscari bulbs are a great plant-and-forget solution. Wonderfully low-maintenance and reliable, they send up stands of rich blue, purple, and white flowers in the early spring garden. Read all about the 9 best grape hyacinth varieties for the garden right here.

How to Grow and Care for Cranesbill Geraniums

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Hardy geraniums are prized for their reliable performance, pretty flowers, easy habits, and long bloom time of early summer through to frost. Highly versatile in sun to part shade, they shine in containers, as fillers, ground covers, or massed into drifts. Learn how to grow and care for cranesbill geraniums in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Vanda Orchids

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Vanda orchids put out big, dramatic displays of glorious flowers in colors like orange, yellow, pink, red, and purple, often with speckles or spots. Species in this genus have quite particular care needs but that shouldn’t put you off. Learn all about vanda orchids and how to grow them in this guide. Read more now.

How to Choose the Best Location to Grow Roses in Your Yard

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A poorly placed rose might not bloom, or it may struggle with disease. That’s why it’s important to pick the best spot in your garden. The right sun, spacing, and soil will make all the difference between a plant that lives up to its potential, and one that fails to thrive. This guide provides all the info you need.

How to Grow and Care for Evergreen Dogwood

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Evergreen dogwoods (Cornus capitata) stand out from their Cornus cousins thanks to the pretty white spring flowers followed by strawberry-like fruit, with gorgeous green foliage that doesn’t drop in the fall. Learn how to grow and care for these low-maintenance landscape trees in this guide. Read more now.

How to Save Mustard Green Seeds for Planting

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Fast-growing and spicy, homegrown mustard greens will produce a lot of seeds that can be collected and stored for future planting. Saving seeds from your plants is an economical way to ensure a bountiful crop of your favorite varieties in future seasons. Discover when and how to harvest your own mustard green seeds.

19 of the Best Flowering Perennials for Hot, Sunny Gardens

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For gardens in regions with punishing heat, blistering sun, or sweltering humidity, it can be a challenge to find plants that return year after year with showy flowers. You need selections that thrive in hot weather and can manage a little drought. Discover 19 of the best flowering perennials for hot, sunny gardens.

Why Is My Cauliflower Turning Purple?

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Cauliflower can be a challenging cool-weather crop to grow in the home garden. Sometimes, developing curds that should be snowy white take on a purplish hue. Learn what causes this phenomenon, how to avoid it, and what it means in terms of crop quality. We’re discussing purplish cauliflower, here on Gardener’s Path!

5 Reasons Why Peace Lilies May Not Bloom

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Peace lilies are capable of stunning displays. While there are lots of houseplants out there that have attractive foliage, there aren’t many that send out beautiful blossoms. That’s why it’s frustrating when a peace lily fails to bloom. In this article, we’ll guide you through figuring out the cause and how to fix it.

What Are Short-Day and Long-Day Plants?

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Short-day, long-day, what do these terms mean when it comes to plants and their flowering habits? These terms refer to photoperiodism, which is a response to day length and its physiological impact on the plant. Learn all about what this means and how it impacts your gardening in this guide. Read more now.

How to Collect Hellebore Seeds for Plant Propagation

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Collecting and sowing fresh hellebore seeds is a cost-effective way to propagate them in home gardens. If you are enjoying the blossoms of this lovely late-winter flower, why not increase its presence in your landscape by gathering seeds to plant where you like? Learn how to collect and sow hellebore seeds now.

How to Grow and Care for Flame Violets

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Flame violets are adorable houseplants with attractive trailing plantlets and gorgeous variegated foliage. The compact rosettes produce fiery colored flowers that are nestled into crinkled, colorful foliage, and the leaves are finished with a beautiful iridescent sheen. Learn how to grow flame violets in this guide.

Tips to Identify and Prevent Peace Lily Diseases

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Peace lilies are typically easygoing houseplants, but occasionally they may come down with a disease. Most common peace lily diseases occur in nurseries, but certain root rots can strike houseplants in loving homes. Learn more about how to protect your peace lilies from disease now in this guide. Read more now.

Why Your Snake Plant Is Drooping and How to Fix It

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Snake plants are popular, low-maintenance, tropical species with swordlike, upright foliage. They grow outdoors in Zones 10 to 12 and make delightful houseplants. If the leaves of your mother in law’s tongue are drooping and wilted, it’s a sign of stress. Learn why this happens and what you can do about it in this guide.

5 Houseplant Grooming and Maintenance Tips

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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.

How to Plant and Grow Kale

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A loose leaf member of the cabbage family, kale is a cool season vegetable with sweet to earthy flavors and superb nutrition. Easily cultivated in beds or containers, successive plantings can be harvested almost year round. Learn how to plant and grow kale for delicious, healthy greens in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Urn Plants (Silver Vase Bromeliad)

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Urn plant, aka silver vase, is an epiphytic bromeliad native to the Brazilian rainforests. It features variegated foliage streaked with silver and dramatic pinkish-purple, lily-like blooms. Learn how to grow and care for Aechmea fasciata outdoors in Zones 10 to 11 or as a houseplant in this guide. Read more now.

21 of the Best Native Vines for Your Landscape

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Transform your garden with native vines that support local wildlife. From the butterfly-attracting crossvine to the fragrant American wisteria, these 21 indigenous climbers add vertical interest and natural charm to any landscape. Find the perfect vine for your region, with options for every growing zone and garden style.

25 of the Best Chinese Cabbage Cultivars to Grow at Home

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If you love sweet, mildly flavored leaves that can be cooked or eaten raw, then you probably love Chinese cabbage. There are many different types that you can pick from. Napa cabbage, pak choi, and tatsoi make up the Chinese cabbage group. Discover 25 of the best cultivars to grow at home in this guide. Read more now.

5 Reasons Why Your Celery Tastes Bitter (And What to Do About It)

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If you’re growing celery, you might be wondering how to keep it from becoming too bitter. Or maybe you harvested stalks that you can barely eat, they’re so acrid. Discover why your celery is bitter and what you can do to fix it in this guide. Plus, we share favorite recipes for even the bitterest celery. Read more now.

How to Grow Silver Leaf Philodendron (Brandi)

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Silver leaf or brandi philodendron (Philodendron brandtianum) is a vining type with heart-shaped leaves that feature striking silvery-gray splotches, giving the foliage a mottled appearance. Easy to care for indoors, it’s a dramatic addition to your collection. Learn more about this lesser-known species in this guide.

17 of the Best Red Potato Varieties to Grow at Home

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Red potatoes have a similar skin color but they can vary dramatically in size, shape, and texture. Some have yellow flesh and others are white and creamy, and many cultivars have enhanced disease-resistance. Learn more about 17 of the best red potatoes to grow in your vegetable garden in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Lifesaver Cactus (Huernia)

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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.

How to Grow and Care for Boneset

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Bonesets aka thoroughworts (Eupatorium spp.) are a genus of wildflowers, a few of which are native the US and Canada. Known for their medicinal properties, these pollinator-magnets feature attractive inflorescences of pink or white blooms on strong stems. Learn how to grow and care for plants in this guide. Read more.

How to Grow and Care for Xanadu Philodendron

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Xanadu philodendron (Thaumatophyllum xanadu) is a grand, elegant type of tree philodendron that’s very easy to care for. It has huge, lobed leaves on a plant that can grow up to five feet tall without support. Learn how to grow the dramatic xanadu philodendron as a houseplant in this guide. Read more now.

19 of the Best White Potato Varieties to Grow at Home

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White potatoes come in lots of sizes and shapes, with many disease-resistant, high-yielding cultivars. Whether you want a good chipper or to make some of the smoothest mashed potatoes you’ve ever seen, there’s a variety to suit your needs. This guide explores 19 of the best white potato varieties to grow at home.

How to Grow Wedding Cake Dogwood (Giant Dogwood)

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Giant or wedding cake dogwoods are captivating landscape trees, with their distinctive tiered growth habit and glorious floral display in spring. The variegated variety is especially striking, even when they are not in bloom. Learn how to grow and care for wedding cake aka table dogwoods in this guide. Read more now.

Are Peace Lilies Toxic to Cats?

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Cats that have eaten peace lilies may show symptoms ranging from sudden yowling to an upset stomach. If your cat is pawing at its face after eating your houseplant, it’s important to know what to do! While less harmful than true lilies, the toxicity of this plant is not to be taken lightly. Read on to learn more.

How to Plant and Grow ‘Wando’ Peas

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Love English peas but have a hard time narrowing down which variety to grow? ‘Wando’ is an adaptable bush-type English pea that is prolific, tough, and cold-hardy. If you love shelling types, this is going to be a new favorite thanks to the sweet, flavorful pods. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Wando’ peas in this guide.

How to Grow and Use Chinese Broccoli

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Looking for a new leafy green vegetable to grow this season? Chinese broccoli is a quick-growing crop similar to broccoli, but with tender shoots and a more distinct bittersweet flavor. All parts of this plant are edible, including the stalks, leaves, and florets. Read on to learn more about growing Chinese broccoli.

Can You Eat Kale That Has Turned Yellow?

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Kale comes in several varieties, ranging in color from light green to deep purple. But when the leaves start turning yellow, you may be wondering if they’re safe to eat. To learn more about why your leaves may have changed color and whether you can still eat kale that has turned yellow, read more now.

9 Reasons (and Fixes!) for Hellebore Leaves Turning Brown

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Hellebores are some of the earliest flowers to appear at the end of winter, a sure sign that spring is on the way. If the leaves of your plants are turning brown, it can be as a result of something simple like too much water or a deadly disease. Learn about nine causes of browning foliage in this guide. Read more now.

How to Propagate Grape Hyacinth Bulbs and Seeds

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Grape hyacinth bulbs add bright splashes of color to the early spring garden, and a sweet fragrance. Easy and dependable, they’re striking in beds, containers, and naturalized settings and multiply readily so you can quickly expand your collection. Learn all about grape hyacinth propagation for bulbs and seeds now.

9 Cauliflower Head Disorders and How to Avoid Them

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Cauliflower is a cool weather crop that can be challenging to cultivate. Sometimes growing conditions are less than optimal and the heads don’t form as they should. Join us to learn about 9 common disorders that may cause irregular cauliflower head formation, and measures to avoid them. Read more now.

How to Grow Titanopsis Jewel Plant (Living Rock)

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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.

Learn When to Plant Crocus Bulbs

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Are you wondering when is the best time to plant crocus bulbs in the ground for a vibrant springtime reward? You won’t want to miss this guide. Discover exactly when to plant the three most popular crocus varieties for a late fall or early spring bounty of purple, pink, white, or yellow blooms. Read more now.

9 of the Best Arugula Varieties for Your Vegetable Patch

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Nothing tastes better than fresh, homegrown arugula. Did you know that there are numerous varieties to choose from, each with a slightly different flavor, texture, or color? We round up nine of the best varieties of arugula for you to grow in your vegetable garden this season. Learn more about our favorites now.

How to Choose the Right Growing Medium for Starting Seeds

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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.

Learn How to Plant and Grow Leeks

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Underutilized in American kitchens but delicious and worthy of a larger role in everyday recipes, leeks are easy to grow. They require rich soil, a good amount of water, and lots of sun. Read on for expert tips and advice about how to add this member of the onion family to your garden, and dine like the French do.

9 of the Best Cabbage Varieties to Grow at Home

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Whether you enjoy it in sauerkraut, soup, or coleslaw, cabbage is a versatile addition to your vegetable patch. With different colors, textures, and sizes there are lots of varieties to choose from. Learn more about the different types of cabbage and choose the perfect one for your garden. Read more now.

How to Grow Piggyback Plants (Youth-on-Age)

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Piggyback plants are easy to identify thanks to the funky little plantlets that develop in the center of the leaves. It’s these offsets that give them their common name. Native to the Pacific Northwest, these easygoing plants can be cultivated indoors or out. Learn more about piggyback plants in this guide. Read more now.

How to Choose the Best Pots and Trays for Starting Seeds

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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.

How to Plant and Grow Nantes Carrots

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‘Nantes’ could become your new favorite carrot to grow in the garden. It’s tender and sweet, bright orange, and virtually coreless. And you can eat this variety without peeling it first. This guide covers how to sow and care for this crop, and enjoy the haul. Zoodles, carrot cake, and roasted roots are all on the menu.

5 Common Reasons Why Peace Lily Leaf Tips Turn Brown

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It’s not uncommon for peace lily leaves to turn brown at the tips, especially in low humidity, bright light, or in the case of inadequate hydration or temperature extremes. To solve the problem, you need to do some troubleshooting to determine the cause. Learn about the top 5 reasons and how to fix them in this guide.

How to Grow Knautia Pincushion Flowers

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Knautia pincushion flowers are herbaceous flowering plants native to Eurasia. These hardy perennials that naturalize readily in Zones 5 to 9, often to the point of invasiveness. Learn more about these attractive but aggressive pollinator magnets and how to grow them successfully in the home landscape. Read more now.

How to Plant and Grow Ghost Peppers

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Do you like hot peppers? If you can stand the heat, why not try growing ghost peppers? Once thought to be the hottest pepper in the world, the bhut jolokia packs an almighty punch of flavor and adds sizzling heat to a variety of dishes. Learn how to plant and grow ghost peppers with these top tips. Read more now.

Learn How to Grow Tomatoes From Seed

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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.

11 Must-Have Supplies for Starting Seeds

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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.

Why Is My Christmas Cactus Not Blooming? 7 Reasons and Fixes

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A Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) in full bloom is a beautiful sight. But these succulents can sometimes be reluctant to flower for a variety of reasons, from the wrong lighting to watering issues. Learn why your holiday cactus is not blooming and what to do about it to bring back the blooms in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Tillandsia Xerographica Air Plants

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Tillandsia xerographica is known as the king or queen of air plants thanks to its large size and gracefully curling leaves. It’s one of the biggest air plants, growing up to three feet across and the shape is instantly recognizable. Learn how to care for xerographica air plants in this guide. Read more now.

How to Care for Poinsettias After the Holidays

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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.

27 Flowering Bulbs That Don’t Need Chilling

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Flowering bulbs are easy to grow and a reliable way to add color and fragrance throughout the growing season. But many bulbs need “chill time” to bloom properly, which can be impractical in regions with mild winter temperatures. Learn about 27 fantastic bulbs that don’t need chilling in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Baby Toes Succulents

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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.

23 of the Best Types of Gasteria Succulents

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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.

How to Grow and Care for Baby’s Tears

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Baby’s tears is an herbaceous perennial ground cover in Zones 9 to 11 and a low-maintenance, medium-light houseplant in other regions. Its trailing stems have tiny chartreuse, gold, green, silver, or variegated foliage that shows well in hanging planters. Learn how to grow baby’s tears indoors in this guide. Read more.

How to Grow Hellebores in Containers

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Delicate in appearance yet hardy and tough, hellebores are unique, winter flowering perennials bearing showy, rose-like blooms when other plants are hiding from the cold. Often grown in shady beds and borders, they also make outstanding potted plants. Learn how to grow hellebores in containers in this guide. Read more now.

Tips for Growing Bishop’s Cap Astrophytum Cactus

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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.

How to Grow and Care for String of Pearls

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String of pearls is a desert succulent suited to gardens in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 12 and houseplant cultivation in all zones. It is noteworthy for having round, green, pearl-like leaves that adorn cascading stems. Suspend it in a hanging planter for a dramatic display. Read on to learn how to grow string of pearls.

When and How to Prune Hellebores

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Hellebores are some of the earliest flowers to bloom in Zones 4 to 9, and the nodding green, pink, or white-hued blossoms are a welcome sight, often appearing before the snow has melted. Pruning can help give them a tidy appearance and keep them healthy. Learn when and how to prune hellebores in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Spring Starflowers

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Spring starflowers are flowering bulbs with star-shaped blue, pink, purple, or white blossoms on three- to six-inch stems. They are suited to cultivation in full sun to partial shade in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9. Learn how to plant and grow spring starflowers in your outdoor living space in this guide. Read more now.

When and How to Plant Freesia Bulbs

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Freesias produce brightly-colored tubular blossoms and can grow as perennials in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 10. Growers in other regions can enjoy them as annuals. When you plant the corms, aka bulbs, will vary depending on where you are located. Learn when and how to plant freesia corms in this guide. Read more now.

9 Monocarpic Succulents That Die After Flowering

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Have you noticed that some succulents seem to die after they have bloomed? Plants that do this are known as monocarpic. They may live for decades before blooming, but when they do, that’s the end of their life. Learn more about what monocarpic succulents are and check out nine species in this guide. Read more now.

Tips for Growing ‘Little Warty’ Gasteria

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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.

How to Grow and Care for Tillandsia Sky Plants

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Sky plants (Tillandsia ionantha) are air plants that feature bright purple, red, and yellow blossoms and textured green or reddish leaves. These gorgeous succulents couldn’t be easier to care for, provided you give them the conditions they require. Learn how to grow and care for sky plants in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Gasteria Succulents

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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.

How to Grow and Care for Astrophytum Cacti

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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.

How to Grow and Care for Homalomena

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Homalomena aka shield plants add a tropical vibe to your home and are pretty effortless to grow. They are available in a fun range of colors, with some plants sporting speckles of cream and white, and others in black or pink hues. Learn how to grow and care for your homalomena houseplant in this guide. Read more now.

23 of the Best Arrowhead (Syngonium) Varieties

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Arrowhead plants (Syngonium podophyllum) are available in a huge range of colors, patterns, and sizes. There are cultivars with bronze, pink, cream, green, and yellow leaves. The foliage can be mottled, marbled, or splashed with color to dramatic effect. Learn about 23 striking Syngonium plants in this guide. Read more.