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Winter doesn’t necessarily mean a garden without flowers; trees and shrubs are happy to fill the role of seasonal bloomers. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring gems that flower in winter, adding color, fragrance, and visual interest to the frosty landscape.
Every year, stores and nurseries sell poinsettias as the holiday houseplants, but unique alternatives exist. If you’re looking for something different this season, here are nine houseplants for poinsettia alternatives for your seasonal decor.
Anticipating the exotic blooms from our Christmas cactus is part of the joy of the indoor holiday display. This time of year, the tropical succulents may experience changes in their growing environments just as their buds develop. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring why Christmas cacti lose their buds and how to remedy the situation for blooming enjoyment.
Winter jasmine bursts into bloom in the late winter, adding brightness to otherwise drab landscapes. So, if you want winter color, this plant is a great option! Join gardener Briana Yablonski to learn how to grow and care for this unique plant.
It may be chilly now, but spring will be here before you know it, and along with it comes planting time. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss direct sowing seeds in your spring garden.
A flourishing houseplant bursting at the seams is a rewarding experience. It means your grower is in the right spot with the right care. Crowded conditions can indicate it’s time for a larger pot, but hold off before jumping into roomier quarters. Explore tropicals and succulents that perform well in rootbound situations with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Christmas cactus is one of the easiest succulents you can grow in your home. This popular houseplant is known for its colorful seasonal blooms. Are you taking care of yours in the best possible way? Here are 7 common mistakes that can cause problems for your Christmas cactus.
The Alberta spruce is an iconic conifer that adds a touch of elegance to your garden. Although it’s slow-growing and easy to care for, there are a few things to watch out for. In this article, horticulture enthusiast Matt Dursum takes you through common Alberta spruce tree growing problems to watch out for.
You don’t need a giant forest or a big backyard to grow mushrooms. They can thrive right on your countertop or patio! Mycology enthusiast and mushroom expert Logan Hailey explains nine simple steps to growing mushrooms in containers or buckets.
Autumn’s leaf drop presents a renewable resource straight from the garden. Fall leaves make an excellent mulch and soil conditioner full of nutrition, and they also create valuable habitat to foster overwintering pollinators and other beneficial insects. Explore how leaving the leaves is pollinator-friendly with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Douglas asters erupt into bloom from late summer through autumn. Their purple petals and yellow centers decorate landscapes throughout western North America. Why not add them to your garden? Learn how to best care for these wildflowers alongside native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
We wish you a merry Christmas cactus season! It's getting to be that time again, and you might be wondering if there are any ways to boost your plant's blooming power. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the best time and manner of fertilizing to get the best performance from your flowering succulent.