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Pencil cactus plant

How to care for the pencil cactus plant (it’s not actually a cactus)

Pencil cactus plants are fascinating and fun to grow. If you want to add these incredible plant to your home or garden, here's what you need to know.
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What do you need to propagate a plant?

Monstera albo leaves

How to care for the rare variegated monstera — it’s not for beginners

The Thanksgiving cactus is a beautiful, low-maintenance holiday staple — here’s your guide to caring for it

Indoor gardening: Hydroponics growing tips for any plant

Mother of thousands: How to care for this plant

How to grow a golden pothos

How big do Bromeliads get?

Boston fern care guide: Everything to know about this low-maintenance plant

Our favorite desert plants you will love

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This is how to make a homemade gnat trap that actually works

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The best vegetables to plant in November

Dracaena marginata

Follow these easy dracaena care tips to keep your plant thriving

How do you pick the right dracaena for you and properly maintain it? Read here for our top dracaena care tips. 
Small white hellebore flowers

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

Hellebores are easy-going flowers that can bloom in cold environments — here's what to know about caring for them.
Monstera albo plants

How to care for monstera albo: A complete guide

Monstera albo is a popular monstera that has a reputation for being difficult to grow. If you want to bring this plant home, here's what you need to know.
Fiddle-leaf fig

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.
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Composting fall leaves is easier than you think – here’s how to make use of all those fallen leaves

From compost to mulch, all those fallen leaves in your yard can be put to good use in your garden. Here's how to make them work for you.
White freesia flowers

Freesia care: What you need to know about these fragrant flowers

Freesia flowers are bright, colorful, and smell incredible. If you want to add these lovely perennials to your garden, here is everything you need to know.
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6 types of gourds you should know this fall season

Looking for a new and interesting gourd to add to your fall garden? Here are six incredible types of gourds that you'll love growing.
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These 7 orange flowers will make your garden pop

Orange is a vibrant color that can brighten rooms and gardens, and there are plenty of orange flowers to choose from. Here are a few of our favorites.
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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.
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When is the best time to harvest butternut squash?

Butternut squash is delicious, and even better when freshly harvested from your own garden. Here's everything you need to know about how and when to harvest it.
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How to turn your compost to keep the soil aerated and nutrient rich

Turning your compost pile for the best results may seem intimidated. Here's what you need to know.
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4 of the best medicinal herbs you can grow indoors

You don’t have to give up growing medicinal herbs when it's the colder season. We offer four easy recommendations to continue growing them.
Hickory tree branches

Hickory trees: Everything you want to know about these hardwoods

Hickory trees are lovely, beneficial, and surprisingly easy to grow. If you want to grow one of these beautiful hardwoods, here's what you need to know.
A basket with fall leaves and small gourds

How to dry gourds: Your complete guide

Dried gourds make versatile and fun decorations. If you want to dry your own freshly harvested gourds at home, here's everything you need to know.
A beautiful yellow chrysanthemum

Are mums perennials? It’s complicated

Mums are gorgeous fall flowers, but can you grow them year after year? Here's what you need to know about whether mums are perennials or annuals.
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The best online shops for exotic houseplants

Check out these online shops if you want to buy exotic houseplants
Houseplants on a shelf

How to get rid of fungus gnats: 6 ways to eliminate this pest problem

Fungus gnats can be persistent with your indoor plants. Read this guide to find out how to get rid of them and keep them from coming back.
A beet on a table with carving tools, including scissors, strings, knives, and a small candle

8 fruits and vegetables you can carve that aren’t pumpkins

Pumpkins are the classic jack-o'-lantern choice, but did you know you can carve other fruits and vegetables as well? Here are some of our favorites
A variety of squash types set on a black table

Is a pumpkin a gourd: We have answers to this burning question

Pumpkins are a delicious and versatile seasonal fruit, but are they also gourds? If you're confused about what a gourd is, we have the answers.
Red and orange viburnum berries

The best viburnum varieties to have in your yard

Viburnum is a gorgeous shrub with so many different species and varieties to choose from. Feeling overwhelmed? Here are our favorite viburnum varieties for you.
Hydrangeas with blue flowers

6 gorgeous blue flowers for a calming space

Blue flowers can make your home or garden more relaxing and inviting. No matter your aesthetic preference, one of these six blue flowers is sure appeal to you!
Gourd assortment

So many gourds, so little time! Here are 5 creative ways to use them this fall

Have too many gourds and don't know what to do with them? Here are some creative suggestions for using them.
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The colors of fall flowers can be striking: 12 flowers that’ll have your garden bursting with autumn colors

Just because summer is over, it doesn't mean your garden has to dial back the color. Plant these flowers to keep your yard bursting with color.