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Paige Foley

Paige was born in South Dakota, where she worked at a local greenhouse owned by her family. Growing up, she spent her free time helping in the greenhouse and learning about plants. She attended South Dakota State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Agronomy. She's spent the last 7 years working in the various parts of the agriculture industry.

hens and chicks

Cacti & Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hens and Chicks

If you are looking for a low-maintenance succulent to add to your garden, look no further than the Hens and Chicks plant. Aptly named for the way they grow, these plants make great indoor or outdoor garden companions. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through everything you need to know about these popular succulents and their care.

Hens and Chicks Plant Growing in Garden. There is a single plant near other offsets.

Cacti & Succulents

Do Hens and Chicks Spread Out or Stay in One Area?

Are you thinking of adding some hens and chicks plants to your indoor or outdoor garden? Curious to know if they'll stay in one place or spread out everywhere? In this article, gardening expert Paige Folely looks at the growth radius of these popular succulents, and what you can expect once you start adding them to your garden.

bleeding heart plant problems

Plant Problems

15 Bleeding Heart Plant Problems You Shouldn’t Ignore

Are your bleeding heart plants struggling a bit this season, but you aren't quite sure why? These shade-friendly perennials can be sensitive, and susceptible to some common issues. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common problems that may impact your bleeding hearts, and how to fix them!

purple petunias

Flowers

17 Purple Petunia Varieties For Your Flowerbeds

Looking for some purple petunias to plant this season, but aren't sure which you should choose? There are many different types of purple petunias that grow across many different hardiness zones. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through her favorite purple petunias you can plant in your flowerbeds this season!

Dark Red Petunias With White Tipped Petals in Hanging Basket

Flowers

11 Care Tips For Petunias in Hanging Baskets

Did you recently add some petunias in hanging baskets to your patio or outdoor garden area? Not sure how to keep them healthy as long as possible? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley provides her top tips for healthier and longer blooming basket-bound petunias this season!

Bright Pink Hollyhock Flower Growing in Garden

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hollyhocks

Thinking of adding some hollyhocks to your garden this season? These popular garden shrubs can make a visually stunning addition to any garden! In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through everything you need to know about hollyhocks and their care.

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Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Petunias

Are you thinking of adding petunias to your garden this season? Blooming in many different colors, these beautiful flowers are a summer staple in the flower garden all over the world. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley takes you through every aspect of growing petuinas and their care.

A close up of a gardener watering a canna lily plant with pink flowers. They are watering a plant with a spray bottle with a green top.

Flowers

How Much and How Often Should You Water Canna Lilies?

If you've added canna lilies to your garden this season, you may still be learning the care needs for this beautiful flowering plant. One of the most important factors is watering frequency. In this article, gardening expert Paige Folely walks through how much water your canna lilies need, and how frequently you should be watering them!

red canna lily varieties

Flowers

11 Beautiful Red Canna Lily Varieties For Your Flower Garden

Looking to add some red canna lilies to your flower beds this season? Red canna lilies can make a beautiful and bold statement. But which variety should you choose? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through her favorite red canna lily varieties you can add to your flower garden this season!

canna lily problems

Plant Problems

15 Common Problems With Canna Lily Plants

Do your canna lilies have problems this season, but you aren't quite sure what to do? Canna lilies are hardy flowers, but they can be plagued by some common issues. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through the most common problems with canna lilies and how to prevent them.

A shot of a developing flower and leaves that shows how to overwinter canna lilies

Flowers

How to Overwinter Canna Lilies in 6 Simple Steps

Are you wanting to overwinter your canna lilies this season? These beautiful flowers need to be taken care of if you want them to rebloom properly next season. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through the exact process you'll want to follow to keep your canna lilies safe before first frost!