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

Succulents are easy to care for and fun to grow. If you're unsure what kind of soil to plant your succulent in, this is the guide for you.
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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)

Mother of thousands plant with plantlets

Mother of thousands: How to care for this plant

Variety of succulents

Our favorite desert plants you will love

A ficus plant with a yellow leaf

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

Woman waters ZZ plants

What is the best time to water plants? Find out why it matters

Bundle of bananas on a wooden cutting board

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

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

A gardener fertilizing a young plant

What does NPK mean when it comes to fertilizing plants?

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.
Gloved hands applying red cedar wood chip mulch

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.
Fertilizer pellets

What exactly is vermiculite?

If you've noticed vermiculite listed as an ingredient in your potting soil mixes, you might wonder what it is. This guide will explain what you need to know.
Potted peace lily by a window

What does indirect sunlight actually mean?

Many indoor plants require indirect sunlight, but what does this mean? Here's what you should know.
Purple creeping thyme flowers

Creeping thyme is a colorful alternative ground cover to grass – what to know

Grass lawns may be popular, but they come with a host of problems. Why not try growing a creeping thyme lawn instead? This guide will show you how.
Glass bottle labeled vinegar on table

Does vinegar kill weeds? How to use your favorite household cleaning product in your garden

Use this guide to figure out the pros and cons of using vinegar as a weed killer in your home garden.
A crate full of harvested herbs

What herbs can be planted together? How to plan your herb garden

Herbs are tasty and useful, but which ones should you plant together in your garden? This guide will explain what you need to know to plan your herb garden.
A person digging into grass with a garden fork

What’s a French drain? A fantastic way to rid your garden of excess water

If water is building up in your garden or yard after a rainstorm and damaging your plants, then a French drain can help. Here's how to build your own.
Alien eggs succulent

Incorporate the hortifuturism trend into your space for an out-of-this-world garden

Take a deep dive into the hortifuturism trend, which invites you to explore new frontiers in your gardening endeavors.
Green lawn

How to get a green lawn that will make your neighbors green with envy

From watering to fertilizing to mowing, here are some easy tips and tricks to help you get the lush, dark green lawn you've always wanted.