Garden Tips

The ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a plant that loves to surprise people. With its bulb-like base and cascade of strappy green leaves, it looks whimsical on a shelf. But...

If you’re like most plant lovers, you’ve probably slipped a saucer under every pot in your home or garden. They seem like a no-brainer, catch the extra water, protect your...

If your lemon tree has stopped flowering or its harvests have become fewer each season, you’re not alone. Many gardeners face the same frustration. However, you can bring those blooms...

If you’ve ever walked out on a frosty morning, axe in hand, ready to break through a sheet of ice just so your animals can drink, you know how exhausting...

Philodendrons are natural statement-makers. Their lush, bold foliage can transform any space into a tropical retreat, and the larger the leaves, the more dramatic the effect. But getting those oversized,...

The fishbone cactus, also called Zigzag or Ric Rac Cactus, is a conversation starter with its striking, jagged foliage. But what many plant lovers don’t realize is that this quirky...

English Ivy (Hedera helix) is a timeless plant with a reputation for being hardy and low-maintenance outdoors. Its graceful vines and lush foliage make it just as desirable indoors, but...

Vinegar is one of those pantry staples that gardeners often hear about as a natural solution. Some swear it’s the best homemade weed killer, while others warn that it can...

Hydrangeas have a way of stealing the show in any garden. Their big, cloud-like blooms shift through dreamy shades of blue, pink, or purple depending on the soil they’re planted...

If you are heading out on vacation and worried about your plants, don’t stress as there’s a simple trick that can keep them watered the whole time you’re gone. All...