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Water lily vs. lotus: What’s the difference and which is right for you?
Here’s what you need to know about these unique flowers
Lotus flowers in a lake

Water features are a beautiful way to make your yard or garden feel more serene. They can also provide a water source for local wildlife, including migrating birds in search of a drink. Ponds can also be a unique type of garden, and there are many wonderful water plants you can grow in your pond to support birds, frogs, and fish or just to look nice. Two of the most common pond plants are water lilies and lotuses. However, these plants are also frequently mistaken for each other.

In this guide to the water lily vs. lotus, we’ll explain the similarities and differences between these plants so you can choose the best one for your pond.
Why are water lilies and lotuses easy to confuse?

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How often should you water your grass seeds? Here’s what we know
Tips for watering grass seed to get the lawn of your dreams
Grass with dew on it

A beautiful, lush green lawn is something that many homeowners strive for, but sometimes cultivating that lawn can be quite the headache. Growing the grass from seed complicates matters further, since young plants are naturally more fragile. Ensuring your grass seed survives to become the lawn of your dreams involves many factors, but watering your grass seed correctly can solve many problems before they arise.

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How to care for gardenia, a fragrant, heat-loving bloom
Grow beautiful gardenias with these tips
White gardenia flower and flower buds

 

Spring and summer are known for their warm weather, but for some flowers, it might be a little too warm. Luckily, gardenias aren’t one of those flowers! These beautiful blooms love hot weather and are easy to plant and care for. If you want to grow gardenias in your garden, then this is the care guide for you. We’ll answer all your gardenia care questions so you can plant them confidently and keep them happy and healthy all season long.
Planting gardenias

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