Cayla Leonard
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Cayla Leonard is a writer from North Carolina who is passionate about plants. She enjoys reading and writing fiction and poetry of all kinds, playing dungeons and dragons, and putting together jigsaw puzzles.
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How often should you water your grass seeds? Here’s what we know
Growing grass from seed can be challenging — don't blow it by watering incorrectly.
How to grow lavender from seed to keep your garden and your home smelling fresh
How to grow lavender from seed to keep your garden and your home smelling fresh
Keep your garden and home smelling fresh by following this simple guide for growing lavender from seed.
How and when do bananas reproduce? We have answers to all your questions
This is everything you need to know about banana reproduction, whether you want to grow your own or are just curious.
How to grow morel mushrooms at home and save yourself tons of money
Here's everything you've ever wanted to know about morel mushrooms, as well as a guide on how to grow and care for them.
Growing orchids in water for an exotic and beautiful display is easier than you might think – here’s what to do
Combining orchids and hydroponics can do wonderful things. We list everything you need to know to successfully grow orchids in water.
How to grow hackberry trees, a native tree with unique and tasty berries
Add hackberry trees to your fruit and vegetable garden for delicious crunchy fruit in the fall. Here's how.
If you’re in need of a durable flowering shrub, then consider growing pittosporum! Here’s your care guide
Pittosporum is an easy-to-grow flowering shrub that's perfect for containers and garden borders. Use this care guide to start growing your own.
Stargazer lilies are excellent warm-weather flowers – how to grow them for stunning blooms all summer long
Add stargazer lilies to your home or garden for stunning flowers this summer. This simple care guide will tell you how.
Should you be using Vinca minor as a ground cover in your lawn? This is what you need to know
Vinca minor can offer a lot of charm as a ground cover, but it has drawbacks as well. Here's how to decide if it's right for you.
Loquat trees provide flowers, fruit, and even herbal tea! Here’s what you need to know about growing these useful plants
Loquat trees provide delicious fruit, beautiful flowers, and even herbal tea. Here's how to grow one and make use of all it can offer.
Angelonia is excellent for containers, borders, and more – how to grow this beautiful and sweet-smelling flower
Angelonia is a great choice for garden borders and containers. This is how to grow your own.
How to care for crocosmia – get stunning red and orange flowers all summer long
Crocosmia flowers can fill your home or garden with bright orange and red blooms. This is what to know about growing them.
Ornamental grasses add texture and color to your garden – how to grow these 6 different varieties
These are the best ornamental grasses to plant in your garden to add color, interest, and definition to your yard.
Quaking aspens are tall, beautiful, and easier to care for than you might expect
Looking for a gorgeous native tree to add to your yard? Quaking aspens might be just what you need!
Blazing stars will fill your summer garden with color: A liatris care guide
Liatris is a great addition to summer flower gardens. Here's how to get started growing your own.
The delicate lenten rose has some unusual and delightful varieties – here are our favorites
Looking for a new lenten rose variety to bring home? Why not try one of these five?
Take advantage of hydrangeas’ color-changing quirk – how to get beautiful blue hydrangeas
Turn your hydrangeas blue by making your soil more acidic. Not sure how? Start here.
Texas sage: This colorful shrub can withstand almost anything
Texas sage is resilient and beautiful. This is how to grow it yourself.
Could Kalanchoe blossfeldiana be the perfect addition to your outdoor succulent garden? Here’s how to grow it
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is a stunning and popular houseplant, but did you know it can grow outdoors? Here's what you need to know.
Loofah plants are unique and interesting vegetables – here’s how to add them to your garden
Looking for something unique to add to your summer vegetable garden? Try growing loofahs!
Don’t be fooled by it’s silly name! Turkey tangle frogfruit might be the perfect ground cover for your lawn
Phyla nodiflora, also known as turkey tangle frogfruit, is a great alternative to grass lawns. Here's what you need to know to grow it.
How to care for the red hot poker: Add this exotic-looking plant to your garden
Grow this unique and exotic-looking plant in your garden by following these tips.
Summer is approaching: Time to plant tomatoes for your favorite meals
These are the top tips for planting and growing delicious tomatoes in your garden.
Are your tulip bulbs not sprouting after winter? This is what the problem might be and how to fix it
If your tulips aren't growing after a rough winter, here's what to do to jumpstart their growth.
How to grow a cinnamon tree for delightful homemade cinnamon sticks
Cinnamon trees are beautiful and delicious. Follow these steps to grow your own.
What should you actually do if you find a baby bird on the ground in your garden?
If birds are nesting in your yard, you might find a baby bird on the ground. This is what you should do to help it.
Don’t wait until fall to plant an autumn blaze maple! Here’s how to plant your own today
Here's your guide to caring for a stunning autumn blaze maple tree.
These easy DIY squirrel-proof bird feeders for your garden will keep unwanted visitors out
Here's how to keep squirrels out of your bird feeder so your birds can eat in peace.
This unusual fruit tree will delight you and your guests – how to grow a strawberry tree
Strawberry trees are beautiful and unique fruit trees. Here's how to grow your own.
Attract tons of migrating monarch butterflies by adding common milkweed to your garden
If you want to see monarch butterflies at your house, you'll need to add milkweed to your garden. Here's how.
Want to avoid itchy rashes this spring? Here’s how to get rid of poison ivy from you garden or yard
Follow these tips to safely get rid of poison ivy so you can enjoy your garden in peace.
Planting and caring for a willow tree, an elegant addition to any yard or garden
If you want a beautiful willow tree in your garden, here's how to grow and care for one.
How to grow Irish moss for a low-maintenance and beautiful ground cover
Irish moss makes a beautiful ground cover or addition to a garden. Here's what you need to know about growing your own.
Endless summer hydrangeas will keep your garden colorful all year – a complete care guide
Endless summer hydrangeas make beautiful additions to gardens. Follow these tips to grow your own.
What are those tiny red bugs in your garden, and what should you do about them?
Tiny red bugs could be a minor annoyance or a serious problem. Here's what you need to know.