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How to choose the perfect flower pots for a beautiful outdoor spring garden

Finding the right flower containers can elevate your space and help your blooms thrive. Here's how to pick the right ones.
flowering herbs in a garden

Does your herb garden need a refresh? Here are some cute, DIY ideas to try

Male rufous hummingbird

This easy homemade hummingbird food attracts all the rufous hummingbirds you can handle

Companion planting chart: How to use it to plan the perfect spring garden

Add a fire pit to your garden to take advantage of cool spring nights

Start planning for your spring garden with these beautiful amaryllis flower varieties

How – and where – to plant hellebores in your garden for lush, long-lasting blooms

Foolproof tips and tricks on how to make the succulent garden of your dreams

Vibrant and beautiful hummingbird flowers to incorporate into your spring garden

What types of plants can you grow from garden boxes? You’ll be surprised with all your options!

Pink dahlia

How to plant dahlia flowers this spring for showy, lush growing season blooms

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The 4 coolest potted plants you probably haven’t heard of

Raised garden beds

Why do gardeners use raised beds? Here are reasons why you should grow crops and flowers in raised gardens

Instead of growing your plants in the ground or in small containers, try a raised bed as a practical alternative.
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Raspberry bush care: Keep yours controlled and producing for years

Raspberries are delicious, but their bushes can spread out of control. Here's how to keep them from taking over your garden.
Overflowing rain barrel in a garden

Save money on your water bill: How to make a rain barrel

Rain barrels can help you save money on your water bill and protect your garden during a drought. Here's how to set one up.
Fiddle-leaf fig on a windowsill

Fiddle-leaf figs are finicky – here are tips on how to troubleshoot common issues

Here's everything you need to know about caring for the dramatic fiddle-leaf fig, including how to troubleshoot issues.
A basket of fresh asparagus

Everything you need to know about growing and harvesting asparagus? Your patience will pay off!

Grow your own delicious asparagus by following this guide.
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Grow these spring vegetables in your garden for a bountiful harvest

Here are the top four best spring vegetables to grow in your garden for a bountiful harvest.
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Infuse a fresh fragrance into your garden with these lavender plants

There are many different types of lavender plants — here are the top flowers you should know about.
Ripe blackberries on the bush

Want to make your neighbors jealous? Here are the best spring fruits to grow

Here are the best spring fruits to grow for a delicious feast this season.
Bird's nest fern by a window

Here’s how to care for your bird’s nest fern for lush, arching leaves

Although touted as a beginner-friendly plant, the bird's nest fern can be a challenging houseplant. Here's how to care for it.
A gardener fertilizing a young plant

What does NPK mean when it comes to fertilizing plants?

You'll often hear about NPK ratios for plant food. Here's what the numbers mean and how to pick the right plant fertilizer.
Repotting yucca

How to grow a yucca tree indoors for a tall, lush statement plant

Yucca trees are some of the showiest and low-maintenance houseplants out there — here's how to grow and care for them.
Lily of the valley in grass

A complete care guide to growing whimsical lily of the valley in your spring garden

Here's how to grow sweetly scented lily of the valley flowers to add a bit of charm and flair to your home garden.
Red and green strawberries on vines

How to start and grow strawberries for fresh, delicious results

Growing strawberries can be tricky, but we've compiled this guide to help you get started on yielding a sweet harvest.
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Is it illegal to collect rainwater? What you should know before setting up your rain barrels

If you want to know what the law says about rainwater collection, we have answers.
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Everything you need to know about trailing succulents care for lush, thick growth

Trailing succulent plants can be tricky, but here's how to give them the right care for lush, healthy growth.
Pathway made of flagstone rocks

Everything you need to know about choosing the best rocks for landscaping

If you want to incorporate rocks into your garden landscape, here are the main types of landscaping rocks you should know about.
White azalea flowers

Plant these stunning flowering shrubs for a showstopping garden display this spring

Flowering shrubs are a great way to add color to your garden. Here are our favorites.
Vanilla flowers

Growing your own vanilla plant doesn’t need to be difficult: Here’s what you need to know

Here's everything you need to know about planting, caring for, and harvesting vanilla at home.
Potted herbs on a windowsill

How to get rid of gnats without damaging your plant’s sensitive leaves

A gnat infestation can cause massive damage. Here's how to put an end to it and get rid of gnats in your plants.
A tall privacy hedge beside a garden path with two smaller round hedges

What you need to know about growing hedges for privacy

Privacy is important. Here's how to grow hedges to protect yours.
Four cacao pods hanging from a tree

Growing cocoa plants in the U.S. is difficult (but not impossible): What we know

Are you interested in growing a cacao tree for delicious homemade chocolate? Here's what you need to know
Monsteras in planters

Stunning Monstera plants that you should add to your indoor plant collection

Besides the Monstera deliciosa, the Monstera genus is a diverse genus with a wide range of species. Here are our favorites.
Forget-me-nots in a cup

The best little flowers to grow when you’re low on space – plant these this spring

No space? No problem! Grow these little flowers in your small garden.