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Growing Tips

Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just beginning your gardening journey, our comprehensive guides to growing and caring for flowers and plants are here to help you cultivate a thriving garden display.

Winter Flower Garden in Bloom

10 Winter-Ready Flowers to Brighten the Coldest Days

If you’re not ready to let go of gardening during the colder months, you’re in luck! Here are ten resilient…

What to Grow in Your Garden to Save the Most Money

What to Grow in Your Garden to Save the Most Money

Growing your own food is one of the easiest ways to cut down on grocery bills, but some crops are…

Flower Gardener's Winter Checklist

A Flower Gardener’s Winter Checklist: What to Do in the Off-Season

Just because the flowers are resting doesn’t mean you get to! Winter is a great time to clean up the…

Plants That Will Wreak Havoc on Your Lawn

9 Plants That Will Wreak Havoc on Your Lawn

We’ve all been there. You plant something that seems like a good idea at the time, only to find out…

The true cost of gardening

The True Cost of Gardening: It’s Harder and More Expensive Than You’d Guess

A lot of folks think gardening is an easy way to save cash on groceries. But here’s the kicker—it’s not…

How My Garden Helped Me Slow Down

How My Garden Helped Me Slow Down and Savor Life’s Simple Joys

Gardening has this sneaky way of teaching us important life lessons, often when we’re not even looking for them. For…

Best Garden Makeovers

5 Stunning Before and After Garden Makeovers

In my experience, transforming your garden and backyard spaces can be one of the most worthwhile and rewarding activities for…

Proven Benefits of Gardening

27 Benefits of Gardening Backed by Science

In this guide, I’ll take you through 27 proven benefits of gardening backed by leading research studies worldwide. Gardening offers…

30 Native French Flowers

30 Native French Flowers and Wildflowers to Admire

Known for its beautiful cities and famous works of art, you might not realize that France is also home to…

Deer Resistant Flowers and Plants (+ My Essential Deer Proofing Garden Tips)

50 Best Deer-Resistant Flowers and Plants for Your Garden

Throughout the year, your garden provides color, fragrance, and enjoyment. Unfortunately, many plants also offer grazing deer an easy banquet,…

Best Mosquito Repellent Plants for Your Garden and Patio

40 Amazing Mosquito-Repelling Flowers and Plants

When the weather is nice outdoors, the last thing you want is a cloud of mosquitoes swarming your backyard BBQ…

Where to Plant Crape Myrtle for Optimal Growth

Where to Plant Crape Myrtles for Optimal Growth in Your Garden

In my experience, crape myrtles thrive best when planted in bright, sunny garden spots in slightly acidic soils. These beauties…

Camellia Care in Winter: How to Protect Your Plants from Frost and Cold Temperatures

Winter Camellia Plant Care From Cold and Frost

Camellia flowers add some welcome color and structure to the garden during the winter months. These evergreen shrubs thrive in…

How to Amend Your Soil: Building Better Garden Soil 101

How to Amend Your Soil: Building Better Garden Soil 101

Unlike the many elements of your garden you can’t control: The weather, the weeds that never quit, etc.— the quality of…

What's Soil pH & How Is It Affecting My Garden & Houseplants?

What’s Soil pH & How Is It Affecting My Garden & Houseplants?

For anyone who isn’t a chemistry buff, the term “soil pH” can be intimidating. And while it’s helpful to learn…

8 Common Garden Pests & Diseases: How To Treat Them Naturally

8 Common Garden Pests and Diseases (and How to Deal With Them)

Nothing’s worse than taking a stroll through your garden to admire your flourishing plants and all your hard work only…

20 Botany Terms That Will Make You A Better Gardener

20 Botany Terms Every Gardener Should Know

Like everything, there’s a lingo that goes with gardening. And if you’ve ever walked into a nursery feeling completely overwhelmed…

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