Succulents are incredibly picky about their soil and need it to drain quickly to keep their sensitive roots dry. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the best soil for succulents, including a recipe on how to make your own succulent potting mix.
Are you a fern lover who is looking to expand your collection? Blue star ferns are a beautiful and easy-to-care-for option. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago will detail how to plant, care, and grow blue star ferns in your home.
This unique zigzag striped aloe plant is perfect for containers and small areas but isn’t exactly the same as its Aloe vera cousin. Former organic farmer and garden expert Logan Hailey details the best practices for a thriving variegated tiger aloe.
Proteas are lovely plants with unique and beautiful flowers, but they can be particular about their environment. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through the care and keeping of these interesting plants.
Leggy growth is one of the most common houseplant problems, caused largely by incorrect sunlight levels. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton explains the causes behind leggy growth and what you can do to fix and prevent the problem.
Interested in working some Calanthe orchids into your landscape or container garden next season? Want to know how to care for the Christmas orchid houseplant you received as a gift? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros offers a detailed look at the novice-friendly Calanthe orchid genus.
With winter aconite in your garden, you’ll always have something to look forward to in late winter to welcome the spring season. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains everything you need to know about growing these wonderful winter plants.
Is your orchid skipping over blooming season? There could be a problem at play. In this article, orchid enthusiast Melissa Strauss will go over some tips for making that orchid bloom on the double.
Pruning is an important part of plant care and can increase a plant’s blooming abilities. But what about orchids? Do these exotic plants need to be pruned regularly? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss will explain how and when to prune your orchids to keep them looking their best.
Have you heard of Miltonia orchids? These pretty flowering plants are easy to care for and produce wonderful-smelling flowers. Orchid enthusiast Melissa Strauss explains everything you need to know to take care of Miltonia orchids in this article.
Does your Christmas cactus look a little tired? While these succulents do not need to be repotted too frequently, it does need to be done from time to time. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago will list 11 signs that it may be time to give your Christmas cactus a new pot!
Hoya kerrii is a popular succulent known for its pretty, heart-shaped leaves and star-shaped flowers. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss tells you all you need to know to care for one of these fun plants successfully.