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Living in California provides you with many options when it comes to gardening and landscaping. Picking a flowering tree that will grow well in California isn't nearly as hard as some colder states. But with so many options, which ones do you pick? In this article, we look at some of our favorite flowering trees for the temperate California climate!
Are you thinking of adding an airplant to your indoor living space, but aren't sure if you want to because you don't know how long they actually live? In this article, amateur gardener Jason White examines how long airplants typically live, and how you can extend their lifespan through proper care.
Fallen leaves shouldn't go to waste in your garden. Use them as leaf mulch to boost growth and improve soil health. These lovely gifts from deciduous trees build incredible soil! Sarah Jay explains how to make and use your own leaf mulch.
Swiss chard is often a favorite crop amongst amateur gardeners. But finding the perfect Swiss chard variety for your garden can be a challenge, due to each of them being slightly different! In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines 12 different types of Swiss chard, and what you can expect from each of them.
Are you a stonefruit fan? Maybe you prefer the classic crisp bite of an apple instead? When it comes to peaches and apples, there are a few differences, but many similarities, in these popular edible trees. Gardening expert Madison Moulton compares peaches and apples, allowing you to choose which one is right for your garden.
What are the easiest vegetables to grow? If you're a new gardener, there is a wide selection of vegetables to choose from. We dive in and give our top picks for great starter veggies for both new gardeners and old!
For a tangy treat, learning how to grow dill microgreens may be the best answer. These little morsels are flavor-packed and great on food! Kaleigh Brillon will take you through the steps to get the best out of your dill seed.
Night blooming cereus is a very unique plant that's not well suited to every growing zone. Their beautiful blooms make them highly sought after by many gardeners. In this article, recreational gardener Jason White walks through each step you'll need to take in order to plant, grow, and care for night blooming cereus.
Amsonia Tabernaemontana, also known as Bluestars can be a beautiful flowering plant addition to just about any garden. They do contain a milky sap that can be toxic and irritating to humans, but otherwise get along well with many other plants within your garden. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to plant, grow, and care for Bluestar flowers.
Living in the lonestar state provides many different options for the home gardener when it comes to trees. Maple trees tend to do well, and there are several varieties that you can choose from. In this article, we look at 7 different maple trees that you can plant and grow if you live in Texas.
Global Green Pothos plants are a lesser known pothos variety that have been gaining more popularity over the last few years. These hardy plants are favored for their rich green color, and beautifully textured leaves. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through the exact steps you should follow to successfully plant, grow, and care for Global Green Pothos plants.
The vanilla orchid is beautiful, but do you know how to grow vanilla beans from that lovely plant? It's a complex process, which is why vanilla pods are so pricey. We delve into this complex topic in this growing guide!