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Grow plants with a gadget: Click & Grow

Anyone can garden with a simple gadget, even those without a green thumb. The Click and Grow electronic smart pot makes things super...

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Cute live plant gifts for every occasion

Want to give a great gift that is inexpensive, lasts for years to come and keeps on giving? Here are great ideas for gifts that not...

Mother's Day

Best living gift guide for your mom

So maybe Mom doesn't have the green-thumb gene. You can still give her the gift of a living plant for Mother's Day. These tips will...

Outdoor & Gardening

Poinsettias: How to keep them thriving year-round

As we deck the halls and await the holiday to officially arrive, we find comfort in the pleasures of being prepared and ready. One...

Gardening

Great container plants for winter color

Growing plants in containers is a great way to change the look of your patio or front porch. In the cold winter months, you need to...

Gardening

Preparing your garden for winter

As the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter, it's time to think about preparing your yard for the chilly months ahead....

Fish

How to grow a lily in your fish bowl

There is something so relaxing about watching fish swim aimlessly. What prettier way to display your fish than in a bowl with a...

Gardening

What to plant if you have allergies

It's that time of year when flowers bloom, pollen is in the air, eyes get puffy and noses get stuffy. Although you can't control the...

Gardening

5 Great ideas for creating your own potting bench

When you love plants, you need room to care for them. Potting, repotting, feeding, pruning and dividing all require space. How about...

Gardening

The best drought-tolerant plants

If you live in a hot and dry climate, keeping your garden lush can add up to big water bills at the end of the month. Several plants...

Gardening

The best plants for shade

If your yard is privy to big shady trees, your garden may be lacking a little color. Most brightly colored flowers rely on at least...

Gardening

How houseplants contribute to health and happiness

We all know houseplants are pretty to look at, but did you know they offer health and wellness benefits as well? Having houseplants...

Gardening

Create a garden filled with butterflies

Truth be told, butterflies don’t offer any major benefit to your garden but they are pretty to look at. They are generally attracted...

Pets & Animals

Plants that are toxic to pets

Some dogs will eat just about anything in their reach. Rocks, weeds, socks … nothing is off-limits for some pets. When you're...

Gardening

Best ornamental grasses

Ornamental grasses are low-maintenance and can add height, color and texture to your garden. They can be used as groundcover, for...

Gardening

DIY window box garden

April is National Garden Month, and there's no better way to enjoy fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs in season than with your own...

Gardening

The best perennials for your garden

Gardening is not only time-consuming but it can also be pricey. Make the most of your time and money by planting perennials that...

Gardening

Create a pest-free garden

One of the biggest frustrations for novice and expert gardeners alike are pests. Deer, rabbits and insects can wreak havoc on our...

Gardening

6 Houseplants you can keep alive

Just because you don't have a green thumb doesn't mean you can't have houseplants. Check out our list of six houseplants that anyone...

Family Activities

Kid-friendly gardening projects

There's nothing better than fresh air and dirt to help create childhood memories.Why not get outside for some kid-friendly gardening...

Gardening

6 Eco-friendly landscaping tips

Saving the environment can start in your own backyard when you discover how to landscape with an eco-friendly design that will go...