Plant Care & Maintenance

Growing a pineapple plant is an exciting and rewarding endeavor for both experienced and novice gardeners With just a few simple steps, you can grow this tasty tropical fruit right in your own home In this beginner’s guide, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to successfully plant, grow, and harvest pineapples. Getting Started … Read more

Adding a pop of color to your yard with small trees that have yellow leaves can completely transform an outdoor space. While many trees put on a show in the fall with their autumn foliage, some small trees produce yellow leaves, flowers or fruit during other seasons as well. With the right selection and care, … Read more

Terrariums are a fun and creative way to display beautiful succulents in a miniature indoor garden But not every succulent is well-suited for the warm, humid environment inside a closed terrarium Certain varieties will thrive while others may struggle and decline over time. When selecting succulents for terrariums choose varieties that naturally prefer warm, tropical … Read more

Mushrooms growing in poop is an image many of us are familiar with. The iconic red mushroom cap popping up from a pile of dung is practically embedded in our cultural psyche. But is this mushroom myth or fact? Do fungi actually fruit from feces? The short answer is yes, some mushrooms do indeed grow … Read more

Ferns are beautiful, delicate plants that can add greenery and tranquility to any outdoor space. However, caring for ferns outside does require some special considerations, especially when it comes to watering. In their natural habitat, ferns thrive in shady, humid environments with abundant moisture. Replicating these conditions in your yard or garden takes a bit … Read more

Tulips are one of the most beloved flowers that bloom in spring. Their colorful cup-shaped blooms are a cheerful sight after a long winter. But to get the best display from your tulips, it’s important to water them properly throughout their growth cycle. Here’s a complete guide on how often you should water tulips. Watering … Read more

As a proud owner of the popular money tree houseplant (Pachira aquatica), it can be alarming to notice its leaves suddenly turning yellow. But don’t panic! Yellow leaves are usually a sign of an underlying issue that can often be corrected to restore your plant’s health and lush green beauty. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more

Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that produces an abundance of lavender-blue flower spikes throughout summer. Its fine-textured, aromatic foliage and upright habit make it an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings. While Russian sage is low-maintenance overall pruning is essential for keeping plants healthy, compact and floriferous. Pruning … Read more

Mandarin trees with their sweet fruit and attractive foliage make a wonderful addition to any home garden. Propagating new mandarin trees from an existing tree allows you to create genetic clones of your tree which will bear identical fruit. This can be done through several methods like cuttings, seeds, grafting and air layering. In this … Read more

Forsythias are prized ornamental shrubs known for producing bright yellow flowers in early spring, often before most other plants have begun to bloom. Their cheery blossoms are a sure sign that winter is over and spring has arrived. However, sometimes forsythias fail to bloom as expected, leaving gardeners wondering why their plants are not living … Read more