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Planters that serve a purpose help ensure your planters don’t look awkward or out of place. A walkway or stairs is a great way to use potted plants so they serve a purpose and look good. You can frame stairs with planters on both sides. Even flat paths can be …

  Soil NeedsWell-drainedSunlight NeedsFull Sun/Partial ShadeGrowing Zones4 – 8Flower TipDo not plant these too deeply. Make sure the crown is only just covered by soil. Marigold Tagetes Marigolds are popular annuals. Their popularity likely comes from their bright colors and ability to bloom all summer long. They have carnation-like flower heads …

African violets are usually grown under fluorescent lights placed 12 to 15 inches above the leaves. If the leaves start to turn light green, your plant is getting too much light, while thin and dark green leaves or a leggy plant indicate too little light. Soil A well-drained potting mix …

If you just came home from a sea voyage with lots of beautiful seashells but have no ideas to work with them. You are in the right place to find answers. Here are 17 DIY seashell planters you can make at home. Not only are they perfect to place in …

Before delving into the details of the flowering of the Christmas cactus, it is necessary to understand the properties of this plant. Christmas cactus, also called Thanksgiving or holiday cactus. Although the Christmas cactus is classified as a “cactus,” it has very different care needs than its desert relatives. As …

Water features can transform your garden. The rush and splash of a waterfall, the calming surface of a pond, or the play of light in a fountain can take your garden from pretty to wonderful.   Planting flowers, digging the ground for vegetables, maybe planting a tree or two – …

A lattice fence or privacy screen is the perfect way to add a sense of privacy and structure to your garden. Whether the design is wood or metal, a garden trellis creates a beautiful backdrop for outdoor living spaces. Ranging from simple structures to intricate designs, these trellis ideas will …

The lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) is not a true lily; It actually belongs to the asparagus family, although its foliage is reminiscent of some lilies. Medium green leaves, about 5 to 10 inches long and 1 to 3 inches wide, arch from the center of a clump. Dainty, …

The giving and receiving of flowering plants on holidays is a time-honoured tradition, but one fraught with fears. Unlike a box of chocolates or a pair of gloves, a living plant needs care to stay healthy. Holiday houseplants, like cyclamen, are of particular concern to most people, as their flowering …

So the days are getting shorter and the temperature is dropping, and you’ve been watching your brightly beautiful and happy Caladium slowly wither and die. You watered carefully and made sure the plant had enough light and fertilizer. So what did you do wrong? If temperatures fall below 15 degrees, …