http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 02 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/990069/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 simple. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/990069/grow-plants-with-a-gadget-click-grow Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Patricia Conte Wed, 01 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/991255/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 only last, but grow. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/991255/live-plant-gifts-for-every-occasion Home Jana Randall Wed, 01 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/990029/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 help your gift thrive. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/990029/best-living-gift-guide-for-your-mom Holidays & Seasons Mother's Day Patricia Conte Tue, 27 Nov 2012 04:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/977967/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 major staple for the holiday comes by way of a very common plant that only receives the noted attention it deserves around this time of year: the poinsettia. At the end of the season it’s usually time to dance its funeral jig, but I suggest that it’s time to play this plant a different tune. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/977967/poinsettias-how-to-keep-them-thriving-year-round Home Outdoor & Gardening Mar Jennings Fri, 16 Nov 2012 05:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/976589/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 use plants that are hearty and will survive the low temps. Which plants are good picks? http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/976589/great-container-plants-for-winter-color Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Sherri Kuhn Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:24:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/811818/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. Gardening expert Rebecca P. Cohen shares her tips for making sure your vegetation sprouts strong this spring. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/811818/preparing-your-garden-for-winter Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Heather Barnett Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:53:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/966661/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 peace lily plant growing in it? With a graceful Betta fish and brightly colored stones, you can make a beautifully relaxing decor item for any room in your house. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/966661/how-to-grow-a-lily-in-your-fish-bowl Pets & Animals Fish Sherri Kuhn Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/964048/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 landscaping in the rest of the world, you can plant your own sneeze-free garden at home. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/964048/what-to-plant-if-you-have-allergies Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Karen Miner Tue, 26 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/963656/5-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 a great potting bench to help organize and streamline your plant care? http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/963656/5-great-ideas-for-creating-your-own-potting-bench Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Sherri Kuhn Tue, 22 May 2012 07:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/960319/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 in addition to cactus can thrive in low-water conditions and many will do just as well even if you are in a wetter climate. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/960319/the-best-drought-tolerant-plants Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Alicia French Fri, 18 May 2012 09:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/960009/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 a few hours of sunlight each day in order to look their best. Having a shady yard doesn't mean that you have to give up on your garden; you just have to know what to plant! If you need more color, consider adding other elements to the garden to provide color. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/960009/the-best-plants-for-shade Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Alicia French Fri, 11 May 2012 08:48:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/958425/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 can help you live a healthier and happier life. Find out how below. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/958425/how-houseplants-contribute-to-health-and-happiness Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Laura Carson Miller Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/959287/make-a-butterfly-garden Truth be told, butterflies don’t offer any major benefit to your garden but they are pretty to look at. They are generally attracted to bright flowers so creating a garden they love will be just as pleasing to you as it is to them. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/959287/make-a-butterfly-garden Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Alicia French Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/958229/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 planning your garden you may want to consider avoiding poisonous plants or put them only in areas pets can't reach. Regardless of how gorgeous a plant is, it's not worth a trip to the vet, or worse yet, the loss of a pet. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/958229/plants-that-are-toxic-to-pets Pets & Animals Alicia French Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/958553/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 erosion control or as design elements. You can find hundreds of types of grasses available. Check out our favorite ornamental grasses that are both durable and beautiful. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/958553/best-ornamental-grasses Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Kori Ellis Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/954175/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 garden. Small space? No problem! A window-box garden or three-pot herb garden is a suitable choice at an affordable price. It's easy to do it yourself with these simple suggestions! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/954175/diy-window-box-garden Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Tana Johnson Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/953477/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 will come back year after year with little effort on your part. Use your extra time and money on other things you enjoy, like sipping cocktails and adding to your ever-growing shoe collection. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/953477/the-best-perennials-for-your-garden Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Alicia French Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/952899/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 best efforts and in the best weather conditions. Luckily, several plant options can help keep the pests at bay. There is quite a bit of overlap in terms of which plants keep which pests away -- select a few and you’ll be on your way to a pest free garden. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/952899/create-a-pest-free-garden Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Alicia French Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/839339/6-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 can keep alive. Whether you need plants that don't require much water or you need plants that thrive with little sun, we have ideas. You'll keep these alive -- we promise. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/839339/6-houseplants-you-can-keep-alive Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Laura Willard Mon, 13 Jun 2011 07:59:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/827275/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 projects? These easy projects will engage rookie and experienced gardeners alike, and inspire everyone to get outside and get their hands dirty for a purpose. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/827275/kid-friendly-gardening-projects Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Tiernan McKay Wed, 18 May 2011 10:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/830907/6-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 the distance with minimal maintenance. From synthetic turf to low-water plants, discover six eco-friendly landscaping tips to make your backyard a greener place. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/830907/6-eco-friendly-landscaping-tips Home Outdoor & Gardening Gardening Michelle Maffei