Plants

Plants are the backbone of any garden, providing both beauty and function. Growing vegetables, flowers, and houseplants can be a great way to add life to your home, and our tips and tricks will help you get started. Whether you're looking for guidance on plant care or ideas for DIY projects, we've got you covered.

succulents

SUCCULENTS

Succulents may require less water than most plants but that doesn't mean they are easier to care for. Find out what it takes to grow succulents and explore the vast array of different species available in this category for indoor and outdoor use.

vegetables

VEGETABLES

Planting your own vegetables is a great way to cut down on grocery costs and take control over what your family eats. It's also a great way to spend more time playing in the dirt. Let our guides get you started with your backyard garden and help you troubleshoot issues along the way.

Greenhouse

Greenhouses

Greenhouses are a great way to grow healthier produce and extend your growing season. But learning the ins and outs of using a greenhouse is not as straightforward as you might think. Whether you have a small hot house or a large indoor garden, we've got the greenhouse tricks, tips, and product reviews you need.

garden pests

Garden Pests

Whether you've got snails chewing up your strawberries or mosquitoes chasing you out of your own backyard, we've got solutions. Whatever creepy-crawly pest you're dealing with, let our how-to guides and product recommendations help you find the solution.

Weed Control

Weed Control

No garden is impervious to weeds. How you choose to tackle this common nuisance will determine how much time you spend enjoying your garden and how much time you spend cursing it. Whatever weed problems you have, we've got your answers.

Recent Plants Articles

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How To Grow and Care For Fishbone Cactus (Zigzag Cactus)

The Fishbone Cactus (also known as the Zigzag Cactus) originates in the jungle unlike the cacti you are probably used to, and it’s care needs are quite unique when compared to its desert dwelling cousins.

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Emily Cordo

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How To Care for Tiger Tooth Aloe (Aloe juvenna)

Don’t let its name, its tooth-shaped leaves, or the row of tiny tooth-like spines running along the edge of each leaf fool you. Tiger tooth aloe is a real pussycat of a plant. Its spikes are softer than they look, and as far as daily care is concerned, this plant is as independent as a … Read more

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Emily Cordo

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How To Grow and Care For The Paddle Plant (Kalanchoe Thyrsiflora)

Healthy paddle plant looks a bit like a head of red romaine lettuce in succulent form. Also known by the nickname “flapjacks,” due to its orderly layers of flat fleshy leaves, this succulent is easy to grow indoors or outdoors. If you have a sunny spot and want to fill it with a resilient, low-maintenance, … Read more

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Emily Cordo

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The Best Indoor Succulents – 12 Varieties That Will Thrive in Your Home

Succulents are an amazingly diverse category of plants. The word “succulent” doesn’t refer to a particular family of plants; it refers to a wide variety of different families of plants that evolved to have fleshy leaves that store a lot of water, to help them survive droughts and other harsh environmental conditions. That adaptation also … Read more

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Emily Cordo

Sedum Varieties You Can Grow As Ground Cover

10 Sedum Varieties You Can Grow As Ground Cover

Succulents might not be the first plants that come to mind when you’re considering ground cover options, but regardless of your specific needs there’s a good chance there’s a Sedum that will work for you. Sedums come in a wide variety of attractive colors, often produce flowers, have a good spreading habit, require minimal maintenance, … Read more

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Emily Cordo

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