Are you looking for a fast-growing and attractive vine that requires very little maintenance and shows up wonderful fall foliage? Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses how to grow and care for Virginia Creeper.
Do you have ants crawling on the orchids that are growing inside your home or in your garden? There are some common reasons why this happens, and many are easily fixed. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for getting the ants off your orchids this season.
Are you building a tropical oasis or looking for the perfect tropical flowering houseplant to add to your collection? Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite tropical flowering plants, perfect for the home or garden.
Are you thinking about planting Bougainvillea but are not sure what this plant needs to thrive? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss explains everything you need to know, to successfully cultivate this sturdy and remarkable plant.
Curious to know how big your hibiscus shrub is going to get once it reaches maturity? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the typical size of most hibiscus varieties, as well as how big you can expect them to get!
Are you struggling to find native plants for your shade garden? Look no further, here gardening expert and pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss has 17 native shade plants to share with you!
As summer wears on, fall is right around the corner. The time to once again enjoy the dropping temperatures outdoors is fast approaching. Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss will go over a few things you can do now to give your garden a boost and keep things blooming into the cooler months.
Looking for some fall bloomers to add to your pollinator garden? Fall is an especially important time to make sure pollinators have enough food to sustain them for the winter. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some of her favorite fall-blooming pollinator plants and their native ranges.
Are you looking for a great foundational or focal point in the garden that doesn’t need much attention to look its best? There are a number of different options to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss has 27 great, low-maintenance shrubs to share.
Are you planning to grow brassica vegetables and want to maximize the size of your harvest? Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares tips for growing the most bountiful brassica crops in the neighborhood.
Thinking that an oncindium orchid may be the perfect addition to your indoor garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about growing oncidium orchids, including maintenance and care.
Are you bringing home a new pet, and want to make sure that your garden is a safe place for them to explore? Even mature animals are known to nosh on a flower or two from time to time. In this article, gardening expert and pet owner Melissa Strauss will talk about common garden plants that are toxic to animals.