10 Low-Maintenance Houseplants to Keep Indoor Air Fresh
Can houseplants clean the air inside your home? Learn about the research behind this health benefit and see the low-maintenance plants that will give your home a boost.
How to Get Rid of Whiteflies on Plants
These tiny winged insects can devastate vegetable gardens and ornamental plants. Follow this multipronged approach to eradicate whiteflies without using chemicals.
8 Plants Never to Grow Indoors
A healthy houseplant can bring vibrant color and fresh fragrance to any room. But some indoor greenery collects dust or releases pollen, both of which can trigger symptoms in allergy sufferers. Prevent sniffling and sneezing by avoiding these worst offenders the next time you head out to the nursery.
Dumb Cane Care: Meet the Easy-Growing Houseplant with Full, Flattering Foliage
Despite its common name, dumb cane can be a smart choice for a houseplant. One of the “best dressed” foliage plants, it thrives in even moderately bright light.
Why Planting a Victory Garden This Year Is More Important Than Ever
The wartime solution to food insecurity still has a place in today’s inflation- and pandemic-wary world. However short you are on outdoor space, a victory garden is still within reach.
7 Types of Plant Covers All Home Gardeners Should Know
Do you have frost in the forecast tonight? Cover your plants! These are the best plant covers for protecting your trees, shrubs, and garden veggies.
7 Fertilizer Mistakes Most Home Gardeners Make
These innocent missteps may be working against you. Feed your garden the right way and watch it thrive.
Here’s How Building a Cold Frame Can Extend Your Gardening Season
A cold frame protects your less established plantings in early spring and fall, and helps seeds get an early start. Establish a cold frame in your garden by following these easy steps.
Fall Companion Planting: 7 Keys to Success, According to Experts
Choose the best plants and planting strategy to help your garden thrive as chilly weather arrives.
How To: Grow Basil Year-Round
Follow these instructions to grow sweet, herbaceous basil, whether you’re working with a sizable garden or a tiny apartment windowsill.