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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

How to care for tulips

Spring is here and tulips are in full bloom. See what you need to know about how to care for tulips and what to do when the...

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...

Family Activities

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

What better way to show your kids the beauty and diversity of the desert landscape than to get them up close and personal with it?...

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...

Gardening

5 Plants for small outdoor spaces

If you’re ready to spruce up your smaller patio, balcony or porch, these plant suggestions will help you make the most of your...

Gardening

Budget Garden Supplies

Purchasing garden tools, plants and supplies can make starting a garden an expensive endeavor.  Gardening on a budget is...

Gardening

Online gardening: 5 Must-see gardening websites

There are websites for any hobby or vocation, and gardening is no exception. Whether you're in need of tips on becoming a successful...

Gardening

Tips for the stylish indoor gardener

Spring is right around the corner and it’s a great time to think about how you’ll welcome in the new season. One of the best ways to...

Gardening

4 Simple gardening solutions

Not all of us were born with a green thumb -- and even if you were, growing a vibrant, gorgeous garden can be tricky. A lot of...

Home Improvement

5 Eco-friendly home design tips

It’s that time of year again, when we look back at the past year and make a note of things we’d like to do better. Often it’s to...

Green & Healthy

Plants that make your home healthy

Did you know that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates indoor air to be typically two to five times more polluted than...

Gardening

9 Easiest plants for your backyard

When planning plants for your backyard, it can be helpful to choose hardy varieties that grow easily, especially if you are a...

Gardening

Gardening with your family

Green thumb or not, gardening with kids typically combines healthy physical activity with learn-by-doing opportunities, says Evelyn...