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How to water succulents: An easy guide to happy, healthy plants

Succulents can be the easiest plants to maintain, but the most confusing when it comes to watering. Here are our best tips so you can help yours thrive.
A winterberry holly shrub in autumn

13 shrubs perfect for wet soil conditions

Grass with dew on it

How often should you water your grass seeds for the best results?

Pruning basics: What it is and how to do it right

Sweet alyssum: How to grow this fragrant beauty

Vinca minor as ground cover: Here’s what you should know

Keep pests away from basil plants with these tips

African daisy care: Tips for healthy, vibrant blooms

How to turn brown hydrangea leaves back to green

The best time to plug aerate your lawn for optimal results

A patch of calendula flowers

Calendula flower care 101: A guide for beginners

Seedling surrounded by fertilizer

How to store fertilizer safely and effectively

Peace lilies outdoors with yellow leaves

Peace lily care: What to do if leaves are turning yellow

Don't panic over yellow leaves on your peace lily! Here's what you need to know to fix them.
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How to get rid of gnats without harming your plants

Is a gnat infestation hurting your plants? Here's how to get rid of gnats and stop them without damaging your plants.
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Sustainable gardening: Tips for a greener, eco-friendly garden

Sustainable gardening is a great way to support the environment and make gardening easier. Here are a few of our top tips to help you get started.
Manicured Bermuda lawn

Keep Bermuda grass at bay with these lawn care strategies

What is Bermuda grass and how is it hurting your lawn? We break it down in this simple guide.
Potted avocado seedling

Grow a thriving avocado plant with these care tips

Growing an avocado plant doesn't have to be difficult. Follow this guide to help yours thrive.
Dark pink lupine flowers

Lupine flowers: Tips for successful growing and care

Lupine flowers are gorgeous and easy to grow. If you want to add these lovely flowers to your garden, here's everything you need to know to take care of them.
A basket of freshly harvested vegetables

Create your own edible garden with these easy tips

An edible garden is a great way to save on groceries and keep your favorite foods in stock. If you want to start your own, here's what you need to know.
A spotted lanternfly

Get rid of spotted lanternflies with insecticidal soap — here’s how

Spotted lanternflies are invasive insects that are spreading across the U.S. Here's what you should do if you find them in your garden.
Pink hellebore flowers

6 delightful lenten rose varieties to add to your garden

Lenten roses are stunning flowers that come in many colors and patterns. Here are our six favorite varieties for you to grow at home.
Manicured Bermuda lawn

What is slit seeding, and how can it help your lawn?

Wondering what slit seeding is and how it can help you achieve the lawn of your dreams? We'll explain what you need to know about this lawn seeding method.
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The 4 most common weeds that can ruin your garden

Weeds can be irritating, but the solution depends on what type you have. To help you identify and get rid of your garden weeds, here's a list of the most common weeds.
Forget-me-not flowers

Plant these compact, small flowers if you’re short on garden space

Even if you're low on space in your garden, you can still grow these tiny and beautiful flowers.
Prayer plant leaves

Do prayer plants flower? Here’s what you need to know

Prayer plants are beautiful tropical plants best known for their leaves. Did you know they can also bloom? Here's what to know about their flowers.
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Square foot gardening: The easiest way to maximize small spaces

Square foot gardening is an interesting new method to help gardeners grow more plants in less space. If you want to try it for yourself, here's what to know.
Coconut at the beach

How to use coconut coir in your garden for better plant growth

Because of its advantages and uses, coconut coir is an essential tool for many home gardeners — read on to learn all about using coconut husk for plants.
Female rufous hummingbird visiting a pink flower

The best flowers to attract hummingbirds to your spring garden

Besides contributing to the soundscape of a garden, hummingbirds are also excellent flower pollinators, carrying pollen from one bloom to the next as they feed on nectar.
A garden of flowers and trees

The top gardening trends to watch in 2025

If you're planning a garden and want to know what's trendy this year, here are the top spring gardening trends we expect to see.
Border garden planted with drought-tolerant flowers

Building a drought-tolerant garden? Here are 7 must-know tips

If watering is becoming a problem for you, it might be time to set up a drought-tolerant garden. Here are some tips.
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Will your plants survive in climate zone 6? Here’s how to tell

If you live in climate zone 6 and want to know which plants will last in your garden throughout the year, here’s what you need to know.
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Companion flowers for vegetables: What to plant in your garden

Some flowers can actually help your vegetable garden thrive. Here are some of our favorite companion flowers for vegetables that you should start growing now.
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The top tall flowers for dramatic garden displays

Want to add drama and pizazz to your garden? These tall flowers are just the thing to do the trick! Plus, they're all easy to grow, even for beginners.
A piece of cut up ginger

Grow ginger from a store-bought root in 6 simple steps

These simple steps will have you growing ginger at home in no time.
A tulip in a vase with water beads

Can plants grow in water beads? Here’s what we found

Water beads are a fun and colorful way to grow plants hydroponically. If you want to give this method a try, here are the plants you should use.