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A shot of two developing flowers of the lantana plant

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Lantana

Lantana is a popular pick for its bright clusters of stunning flowers and trailing foliage. They are often grown to encourage pollinators to the garden. Learn to grow them with Kelli Klein, in this guide.

Flower blooming in the winter in a garden

Flowers

25 Beautiful Flowering Plants That Bloom in Winter

Are you looking for some flowers that will bloom in the winter? Believe it or not, there are actually a number of plants that bloom during the colder months, rather than in the spring. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss creates a list of her favorites, with names and pictures of each!

Flowers

Blue Tulips: Do They Exist Naturally?

Are you thinking of planting some blue tulips this season, but want to know if they exist naturally or if they are dyed? The answer to this question is fairly simple, but can depend on your view of color. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines if Blue Tulips exist in nature, or dyed.

Gardener watering poinstettia plants with green watering can

Ornamental Gardens

How Much and How Often Should You Water Poinsettias?

Are your poinsettias getting enough water? These beautiful holiday plants make a beautiful addition to your home through the dreary winter months, but not without adequate moisture. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood examines how much water poinsettias need, and how often you should be watering them.

A shot of red colored leaves of the rhus glabra during autumn

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Rhus Glabra

Rhus glabra, known as smooth sumac, is a deciduous shrub with berries that make up the spice we call sumac. It is known specifically for its bright red foliage in the fall. Kendra Meador will go through the growing guide for this native shrub.

Gardener misting indoor orchids that are sitting on a wooden countertop

Houseplants

Should You Regularly Mist Your Indoor Orchids?

Are you thinking of misting your orchids as the sole source of providing them enough water for their growth? Orchid watering is sometimes considered more art, than science. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines if misting alone is enough water to keep your indoor orchids healthy, and thriving.

Yellowing Christmas Cactus Sitting in pot on table

Plant Problems

11 Reasons Your Christmas Cactus is Turning Yellow

Is your Christmas Cactus turning yellow? There are a few different reasons this can happen, and the good news is that most of them are reversible. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common reasons that your Christmas Cactus has yellowing leaves, and how to fix it.

spider plants

Houseplants

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Spider Plants

Are you thinking of adding a spider plant to your indoor or outdoor garden? These popular plants are easy to care for, and are well known for their tolerance of a little neglect. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through everything you need to know about Spider Plants and their care.

Hens and chicks plants in full bloom in garden

Cacti & Succulents

Do Hens and Chicks Plants Die After They Flower?

Did your hens and chicks plant start flowering, and now you aren't sure what will happen to your plant? While their blooms are beautiful, many gardeners do what they can to restrict their blooms. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the life cycle of these popular succulents, and what to expect from them once they start to flower.

A shot of a withered stem of a plant that showcases how blueberry plant dying

Plant Problems

Is Your Blueberry Plant Dying? Here’s Why and How To Fix it

Do you have a blueberry plant in your garden that looks like it's at the end of it's life? There are actually many reasons your blueberry plant may be dying. Not all of those reasons mean your plant can't rebound and survive. In this article, we look at each reason individually, as well as what you can do if there's still a chance to salvage your plant.

purple lilies

Flowers

12 Different Types of Purple Lily Cultivars For Your Flowerbeds

Are you looking for some purple lilies to add to your flowerbeds this season? Lilies can bloom in many different shades of purple, from light lavender, to deep purple hues. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at some of her favorite purple lilies you can grow in your garden.