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Winterizing Raised Beds: How To Protect Your Raised Bed Gardens In Winter
Keeping raised beds protected in winter will ensure that you can hit the ground running in spring. Our guide to winterizing raised beds will help you get ready
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Norfolk Island Pine Care: Expert Tips For A Lush, Tropical Tree Indoors
Caring for a Norfolk Island pine as an indoor plant requires a few specific conditions, but is well worth the effort. Here's how to do it.
By Heather Rhoades
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How Often To Water Poinsettias For Lush, Lovely Plants The Whole Holiday Season
Poinsettias are made to last, and yours can too if you know the secret. Here's how to keep your thirsty plant drinking well after Christmas.
By Teo Spengler
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Tiny Trees For The Holidays: 6 Real Mini Christmas Tree Varieties For Festive Cheer
The best things come in small packages, so they say, and when it comes to spreading holiday cheer, you’ll love these real mini Christmas tree plant types
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cruciferous Vegetables Guide: What You Need To Know Before Growing These Cool Crops
The cruciferous family of vegetables have generated a lot of interest. This leads many gardeners to wonder what are cruciferous vegetables and can I grow them in my garden. This article can help with that.
By Amy Grant
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Christmas Tree Not Drinking Water? How To Keep Your Tannenbaum Hydrated This Holiday
If your Christmas tree isn't drinking water, there could be a few reasons why. Uncover the most common causes and how to keep your tree hydrated for the holidays.
By Teo Spengler
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Christmas Cactus Soil Guide: Choose The Best Potting Mix To Help Your Schlumbergera Thrive
The perfect Christmas cactus soil mix will keep this festive favorite thriving. Learn how to create a well-draining, nutrient-rich potting medium.
By Tonya Barnett
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12 Most-Wanted Holiday Gifts: Gardening Know How's Staff Picks For 2024
Browse gift ideas recommended by the Gardening Know How team – from tried-and-tested gems to products we're coveting for our own wish lists.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Easy Plant Choices To Boost Your Curb Appeal: Go Big With These 6 Small Front Garden Ideas
Even the smallest front yard can be a curbside showstopper with the right plant choices. We reveal six small front garden ideas that dynamically improve a home’s allure and value!
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Grow Rubber Rabbitbrush For Native Color: Cultivate Pollinator-Friendly Chamisa Shrubs
Hardy chamisa shrubs thrive in tricky arid spots and provide a welcome boost to pollinators – as well as a burst of vibrant yellow. Here’s how to grow rubber rabbitbrush in your yard
By Tonya Barnett
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Christmas Cactus Watering Guide: How Often To Water Plants For Better Blooms
Discover how often to water a Christmas cactus, how much, and how to avoid under and overwatering for healthy plants that flower reliably over the holidays.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Why Green Spaces Are Important – And How To Create One In Your Local Community
If you live in a town or city and don’t have a big yard, look beyond your back door. We explore why green spaces are important – and how to make more of yours
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Grow A Container Winter Wonderland: 7 Best Winter Flowers For Pots With Cool-Season Cheer
Containers don’t need to go into hibernation in colder months – there’s still plenty of floral life to be enjoyed! We round up some of the very best winter flowers for pots
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Buy The Best Electric Composter: Read This Before Spending $100s On A Countertop Food Recycler
Electric composters and countertop food recyclers offer a super-fast solution to tackling food waste – and can help create nutrient-rich compost. Choose the best model for your needs with our expert guide.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Why Is My Monstera Not Growing Split Leaves?
If your Monstera leaves aren't splitting, there could be several ways to fix the problem. Here's how to get that lovely Swiss cheese look.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Houseplant Gifts: 10 Joyful Ideas To Inspire Plant Lovers To Get Growing
Find the perfect holiday gifts for plant lovers! From stylish pots to unique houseplants, give presents that cultivate joy long after the season ends.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Best Plants For Christmas Decorations – 8 Holly Jolly Holiday Decor Ideas
Looking to spruce up for the holidays but want to go beyond the spruce? Here are 8 festive holiday plants just for you.
By Amy Grant
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Gifts For Bird Lovers, Birders and Birdies To Attract More Feathered Friends To Your Yard!
If you’re looking to bring more birdies to your garden, these gifts for bird lovers should definitely be on your wish list. Grab some avian attractions to get your gardens all aflutter
By Janey Goulding