Gardening

Make the backyard garden of your dreams a reality with these gardening tips and ideas from our experts.

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Watch for the White Peacock Butterfly in the South

Keep an eye out for the beautiful white peacock butterfly year-round in southeastern wetlands and fields. Also see what...


Attract Birds and More With a Mountain Ash Tree

Mountain ash trees are gorgeous, but offer much more than looks. Discover the berries and blooms that make the trees...


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How to Care for a Christmas Cactus and Help It Bloom

Learn how to properly care for a Christmas cactus to ensure it blooms and stays alive all holiday season.


8 Bugs You Should Never Kill in Your Garden

Not all garden bugs are created equal. Some pollinate flowers or feed on destructive pests. Meet eight bugs you should...


13 Spring Vegetables to Grow for an Early Harvest

No need to wait for summer to begin growing your vegetable garden! Try these top spring vegetables to get an...


Grow a Lucky Charm: How to Care for a Shamrock Plant

Learn how to choose and grow a false shamrock plant, what it looks like, and what to do if your...


This Is Why You Should Grow a Firethorn Bush

Plant a firethorn bush in your yard to welcome birds and bees while providing year-round beauty. This shrub features colorful...


How to Propagate Succulents (for More Free Plants!)

Follow this easy step-by-step guide to learn how to propagate succulents from leaves and cuttings. Before you know it, you...

Rose Color Meanings: What You Should Know

Do you love roses? Learn about rose color meanings and how a gift of beautiful roses can communicate your true...


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15 Trees You Should Never Grow in Your Yard

Trees can add beauty and value to a home landscape — if you plant the right species and find the...


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8 Nutty and Fun Facts About Squirrels

Learn about the bushy-tailed critters in your backyard. These fun facts about squirrels will make you love these furry animals...


10 Pet Friendly Indoor Plants for Dog and Cat Owners

Yes, you can grow houseplants AND keep your pets safe. Try one of these pet friendly indoor plants that won’t...


Winter Wildlife: Animals That Hibernate in Your Yard

Learn about animals that hibernate in your backyard and their winter habits. Find out how raccoons, chipmunks, groundhogs, bats, frogs...


Plant Valentine Bush for Flowering Beauty in Winter

If you are getting a bit tired of looking at brown, frost-damaged shrubs and perennials, there's hope. Add Valentine bush for...


Top 10 Blooming Houseplants to Grow Indoors

Add a burst of color to your indoor space with these pretty blooming houseplants with vibrant flowers, like African violets...


Why Does My Plant Have Brown Tips on the Leaves?

Noticing brown tips on leaves of your indoor plants? Solve the problem with proper watering and fertilizing tips from a...


Why is a Cactus Covered in Spines?

Why does a cactus have spines? Find out the surprising reasons why these desert plants are so prickly and how...

When Does a Red Spider Lily Bulb Bloom?

Learn about the red spider lily, when it blooms and how to best grow this plant. Also learn why your...


Succulent Christmas Trees Are the CUTEST Christmas Decoration

If you aren't in the Christmas spirit just yet, these succulent Christmas trees will get you there fast.


Why Garden Toads are Valuable in the Backyard

Learn more about garden toads, what toads eat, how to attract them, and why these amphibians are beneficial backyard guests.


Tips For Growing Paperwhite Flowers Indoors

Need a winter gardening project? Grow paperwhite flowers indoors and you'll be rewarded with beautiful blooms in just a few...


How to Identify and Attract a Giant Swallowtail Butterfly

The giant swallowtail butterfly is large and stunning. Learn what host plants this species requires, and what the caterpillars and...


Top 10 Orange Flowers to Add a Juicy Burst of Color

Orange is a delightfully bright flower color to see growing in a garden. See our top 10 orange flowers and...

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Meet Garden Royalty: The Viceroy Butterfly

A viceroy butterfly is a majestic sight in the garden. Learn what the butterflies and their caterpillars look like and...


Can Pansies Survive Frost and Overwinter in the Garden?

Pansies can handle light frost and offer multiple seasons of colorful blooms. Learn how to overwinter pansies and enjoy flowers...


Spooky Nature: Hickory Horned Devil Caterpillar

The hickory horned devil looks pretty creepy with bright colors, huge eye-spots, and gigantic horns. But this caterpillar turns into...


Composting Basics: How to Make Compost

Learn how to make compost and keep composting in winter, how often to turn compost, and get the ratio for...


How to Prepare Your Garden for Winter in Two Days

For a healthy spring landscape, spend a fall weekend preparing your garden for winter. It's easy with our straightforward, how-to...


Keep Your Garden Blooming by Deadheading Flowers

One simple chore will help your garden bloom better and longer. Deadheading flowers encourages plants to produce blooms instead of...