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Lavender flowers clustered together

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.
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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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.
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.
Miniature roses

Your guide to miniature rose care for a beautiful spring garden

What you need to know about growing and caring for miniature roses, whether you keep them indoors or outdoors.
Potted marigolds

Focus on color: Bring some sunshine to your garden with these orange plants

This month, we're highlighting some striking orange plants to add to your garden.
Border garden planted with drought-tolerant flowers

6 tips you should keep in mind when building your own drought-tolerant garden

Here are some helpful tips on building your own eco-friendly, drought-tolerant garden.
American cranberry branch with many berries in the sun

Do you live in climate zone 2? Here’s what you need to know

Here's a guide to the plants you can grow if you live in climate zone 2.
Person tending to orchids in wooden planter

How to pick the perfect orchid pots for healthy blooms

There are plenty of orchid pots available — here's how to choose (or make) the right one for your plant.
Jade plants

Stunning jade plant types to add to your succulent collection

With so many jade plant varieties to choose from, picking out your favorite can be daunting. Here's a helpful guide.
Lemongrass bundle

Beyond basil and cilantro, add these unique plants to your indoor herb garden

Besides your basic cilantro and basil, consider adding these unique herbs to give your kitchen garden an extra kick.
Succulent in shoes

4 creative ways to arrange succulent plants

There are a wide range of creative ways to display a succulent assortment, whether your planter is a window box or a shoe.
A golden pothos hanging in a container on a wooden wall

Beautiful, low-maintenance pothos varieties to add to your plant collection

If you're looking for beautiful pothos plants, here are the different varieties to add to your indoor plant collection.
Bleeding heart flower

Unique and whimsical flowers to add to your collection for a fairy-tale garden landscape this spring

The fairy-tale garden landscape is a charming style that will lend your outdoor space a whimsical and romantic appeal.
Spider plant on a table

5 easy-care spider plant varieties perfect for any home garden

Spider plants are attractive and easy to care for. Here are some varieties to consider adding to your houseplant collection.
Branch of plum blossoms

Celebrate Lunar New Year with these beautiful flowers

If you're looking to attract abundance and luck for Lunar New Year, here are the perfect flowers to buy and grow.
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Your guide to rubber plant care and the best varieties to add to your home

Rubber plants are striking in any home. Here are five to add to your collection for beautiful statement pieces.
Hoya pubicalyx

Easy hoya plants to add to your indoor plant collection

Hoyas are some of the easiest plants to grow in an indoor plant collection. Here's how to care for them.
A person holding a seedling

Climate zone 3 plants that will thrive in cool temperatures

Here's what to know about growing plants if you live in climate zone 3, one of the coldest zones in the nation.
Person planting a tree

Here’s when to plant a new tree to make sure it thrives in its new home

For healthy root growth, here's what you need to know before planting a tree sapling during winter dormancy.
Tomatillo plant

Do you live in climate zone 10? Here’s our guide to choosing the perfect climate zone 10 plants

Here's everything you need to know about choosing and growing plants if you live in warm climate zone 10.
Shoe planter

5 garden upcycling ideas: Creative ways to reuse household items for plant accessories

Buying plant accessories can be expensive, but you can make quite a few pieces by recycling home items you already have.
Sprigs of Christmas herbs next to holly and twine

The best Christmas herbs to grow to infuse the Yuletide spirit into your home

The best and easiest-to-grow holiday herbs for infusing your home with yuletide cheer and stepping up your recipes.
Christmas poinsettia

Add holiday cheer to your home with these colorful houseplants

If you're tired of dying Christmas trees, these vibrant plants will bring festive holiday cheer into your home all season long.
Red amaryllis with a white center

Your guide to festive holiday flower bulbs this Christmas

If you're thinking about picking up a holiday flower bulb for Christmas, here are some helpful care tips.
Cyclamen

Focus on color: Red plants that will bring a festive vibe to any home or garden

This month's focus on color is all about the best, most festive red plants to add to your garden, indoors or outdoors.
Person pruning a tree

How to properly prune your trees in winter for healthy growth year-round

Properly prune your trees and shrubs this winter by following this guide.
Dracaena warneckii

9 beautiful dracaena plants to add to your houseplant collection

If you're looking for a fuss-free houseplant, these nine dracaena plants would make beautiful additions to any home.
Kentucky bluegrass landscape

Keep your yard happy all year with these 5 grasses that grow in the winter

Here are five types of grasses that grow in the winter so your yard can be happy throughout the year.
Maranta

Prayer plant care: Everything you need to know to grow a lush and healthy plant this winter

Prayer plants can be notoriously tricky to maintain, but you can have a lush, healthy plant with these care tips.
Alocasia frydek

Add style to your space with these trendy alocasia indoor plants

If you're looking to add a trendy alocasia to your houseplant collection, try these stunning varieties.