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How to make potting soil for healthier plants

Healthy soil makes for happy plants. If you want to make your own potting soil to ensure your plants thrive, here's what you need to know.
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How to use coffee grounds as fertilizer

Spring flowering bulbs

How to prepare your garden for spring: Tips for a successful season

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Can potting soil go bad? The signs and solutions you should know

ZZ plant

ZZ plant leaves turning yellow? Here’s how to fix it fast

A small mimosa plant in a black pot

How to grow mimosa plants: Tips for this fascinating, responsive shrub

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Are winter dormant houseplants a thing? Here’s what to know

Cut ginger on a table

The ultimate guide to growing ginger hydroponically

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The perfect soil for succulents: What you need for thriving plants

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The ultimate guide to choosing the best potting soil for indoor plants

Oxalis plant with white flowers

Oxalis triangularis care: Tips to help its moody foliage thrive

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How much water do your houseplants need? Here’s a guide to houseplant water needs

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.
Mother of thousands plant with plantlets

Mother of thousands: How to care for this plant

If you're looking for a unique succulent, mother of thousands is an excellent option that is great for beginners. Here's how to grow one.
Variety of succulents

Our favorite desert plants you will love

Gardening in the desert is made much easier if you grow desert plants. These are our favorite desert plants to add life and color to a dry, rocky garden.
A ficus plant with a yellow leaf

What to do about yellow leaves on plants and how to fix them

When your plant's leaves start to turn yellow, it can be a sign that something is wrong. Here's how to identify the problem and fix it.
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What is the best time to water plants? Find out why it matters

Scheduling your plant care routine can be tricky, but we're here to help. Here's what to know about the best and worst times to water your plants.
Bundle of bananas on a wooden cutting board

Is banana water for plants a good idea? Here’s what you should know

The latest gardening trend is banana water for plants. What is banana water? Is it effective, or could it be harming your plants? We have all the answers.
A small sago palm in a pot designed to resemble a wicker basket. It sits on a table of light wood, next to a bookshelf of the same wood. The wall behind it has a dacorative pink, blue, and white triangular pattern.

Your complete sago palm maintenance guide

The sago palm is a great houseplant for any beginner. Here's everything you need to know about how to take care of yours!
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.
Hands scooping soil out of a flower pot

What exactly is loam soil? Here’s what to know

Different plants need different types of soil, but one soil type most plants will grow in is loam. What's loam soil, and why do plants love it? We have answers.
White clover flowers

Should you plant a clover lawn? Read this first

Clover lawns are seeing an increase in popularity, but are they right for you? We'll explain the benefits and drawbacks of clover lawns to help you decide.
Creeping Jenny

Creeping Jenny: A care guide for this fast-growing plant

Creeping Jenny is a beautiful fast-growing perennial perfect for containers or outdoor gardens. Here's what you need to know about caring for it.
Dark coffee grounds in a silver measuring scoop

What plants like coffee grounds? When to use them in your garden

Coffee grounds can offer several benefits to our garden, but not every plant enjoys them. Here's your guide to what plants like coffee grounds and which don't.
A patch of crabgrass

How to kill crabgrass for good

Is crabgrass spreading through your lawn, but you aren't sure how to get rid of it? This guide on how to kill crabgrass has all the answers you need.
Citronella leaves

Banish mosquitoes with this citronella plant care guide

Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, but growing citronella plants makes them easier to deal with. Here's how to ensure your citronella plant thrives.
Light pink desert rose flowers

How to care for desert rose, a gorgeous succulent

Desert rose flowers are vibrant and stunning. If you want to try growing one for yourself, here's everything you need to know about desert rose plant care.
Green grass lawn

Zoysia grass is tough and versatile – here’s how to care for it

Zoysia grass is a popular variety for lawns. It is hardy, low maintenance, and looks lovely. If you want a zoysia grass lawn, here's how to care for it.
A basket of colorful petunias

This is how to deadhead petunias and encourage new growth

Deadheading is beneficial to many flowers, including petunias. Here's everything you need to know about deadheading your petunias to encourage repeat blooming.
A metal seedling tray full of seedlings with perlite in the soil

What is perlite (and why you need it for your plants)

Perlite is a common soil additive, often found in potting soil. What exactly is perlite, and how does it benefit plants? This guide has answers for you.
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The best mulch for your yard: A complete guide

Mulch is a useful tool, but there are several different types to choose from. Wondering which is the best mulch for your yard or garden? Here's what to know.
Dogwood tree with pink flowers

The best time to prune dogwood trees: Everything you need to know about dogwood care

Dogwood trees can bring year-round beauty to any yard. Here's how to take the best care of yours.
Blue and pink hydrangeas

When do hydrangeas bloom? (and 4 reasons yours aren’t)

Hydrangeas are known for their showy flowers, but when can you expect to see those flowers? Here's what you need to know about when hydrangeas bloom.
A rose bush full of red roses

How to prune rose bushes to keep them looking lush and beautiful

Roses make excellent additions to any garden. Here's how to prune your rose bushes to keep them looking lush and beautiful.
A sage plant with purple flowers

Russian sage plant care: A complete guide

Russian sage is a beautiful and fragrant flowering herb. If you'd like to add this lovely herb to your yard or garden, here's what you need to know.