Gardening Tips & Information
Gardening Tips & Information
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11 Invasive Plants You Should Never Buy At The Garden Center
They might tempt you with pretty flowers or unique foliage, but invasive plants should be treated with extreme caution. Learn the most common silent invaders to avoid when visiting the garden center.
By Amy Draiss
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Best Plants For Frogs: 7 Plant Varieties To Bring More Froggies To Your Yard
A frog-friendly environment is one of the key indicators for garden health – so if you want to improve the health of your plot, here are seven plants for frogs you need to try
By Janey Goulding
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Growing Mushrooms On Logs: 5 Best Mushroom Varieties To Try
You’ll find growing mushrooms on logs is simple, enjoyable, safe and tasty – as long as you pick the right kinds! We reveal five of the best for an endless feast of fungi
By Janey Goulding
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Grow These 8 Lunar New Year Plants For The Year Of The Dragon
The Year of the Dragon can inspire us to grow with courage and vision – but which flowers bring the most prosperity and fortune? We round up the luckiest Lunar New Year plants
By Janey Goulding
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Begonia Watering: How To Water Begonias (And When To Leave Them Alone!)
Improving the way you hydrate your begonias can have a major impact on their life expectancy and flowering quality. We explain how to get better at begonia watering
By Tonya Barnett
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Support Your Area's Pollinators By Using Keystone Plants
An understanding of keystone plants is not just a great way to make sure your garden is as enticing as possible to pollinators – it’s critical for the future of key species. We show you how to raise your eco-awareness
By Teo Spengler
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How Often To Water Your Mums For Beautiful, Long-Lasting Blooms
Watering chrysanthemums relies in part on whether your plants are in the garden or in a pot, but there is a knack to doing it well. We show you how often to water your mums for the best blooms
By Tonya Barnett
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Plant Hacks On TikTok That Are Actually Worth Trying
You may have come across a few plant hacks online and wondered how many are worth your time. We round up the key plant hacks on TikTok that are every bit as good as they claim to be…
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Norfolk Island Pine Problems: Tackle Norfolk Island Pests & Diseases
While Norfolk pine can be a dream to grow both outdoors and inside, it is prone to pests and diseases. We outline the best ways to tackle (and prevent) key Norfolk Island pine problems
By Teo Spengler
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French Flowers To Add A Touch Of Romance To Any Garden
Feeling love-struck is something that French flower enthusiasts have elevated to the level of an art form. Here we consider the most romantic French flowers you can grow
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Love Your Plants: Easy Ways To Pamper Houseplants
Just as there are different kinds of love, there are different ways to cherish your houseplants. Our experts reveal how to love your plants in winter for years of harmony
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Orchids After Blooming: Learn About Orchid Care After Blooms Drop
Knowing how to support orchids after blooming increases your chances of sustained ornamental displays. Here’s how to give the best orchid care after blooms die
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Create A Newt Habitat For Exotic Garden Wildlife
If you create a newt habitat, you’ll give your wildlife garden a boost while making friends with some highly engaging animals. We show you how easy it is to make room for newts
By Teo Spengler
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Growing Geraniums In Containers For More Blooms In Small Spaces
No matter how small your yard or window space, there’s a place for a potted geranium. Make sure yours last for longer with this guide to growing geraniums in containers
By Janey Goulding
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Don’t Make These 5 Bird Bath Mistakes If You Want More Birdies!
Love your birdlife but failing to entice many feathered visitors? Check your backyard’s bathing facilities and make sure you avoid these classic bird bath mistakes
By Janey Goulding
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Rooting Plants From Cuttings: Easy Plant Propagation
Rooting plants gives you power over future plants and means you don’t have to buy as many. Here’s how to propagate your favorites with stem cuttings
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Tomatoes Indoors: Top Tips For Year-Round Tomatoes
Want to get more out of your tomato growing season? Growing tomatoes indoors takes a bit of planning, but get it right and you’ll be able to grow more toms for longer
By Bonnie L. Grant