What Is The Best Parsley Variety In A Kitchen Garden?
If you want to add some flavor to your indoor kitchen garden, you'll need the right kind of plants. Here's what our in-house Master Gardener recommends.
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Help Your Houseplants Thrive All Winter With A Simple Lighting Tip
Don't let your houseplants fall victim to the dark, cold hours of the winter season. Keep them alive and thriving by installing this indoor lighting fix.
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The First Thing To Do When You Get Home With A Christmas Tree For Fuller Branches (& A Cleaner House)
Before you drag that tree inside, there's an important step you need to take — your floors (and those future fluffier branches) will thank you.
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Take Cuttings From This Plant In The Winter To Attract More Hummingbirds Next Spring
Although cuttings for propagation are most often taken during the growing season, some plants can be grown from hardwood cuttings taken over the winter.
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8 Types Of Planters That Can Survive Outdoors In The Winter
Keeping your plants in the wrong kind of planter can spell disaster in the winter months. These types, however, should be able to withstand the colder weather.
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Bypass Pruning Shears: How To Determine If They Are Right For Your Plants
Bypass pruners work like scissors, whereas other tools use leverage or make crushing cuts. Learn how these tools work to find the best option for your garden.
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The Indoor Plant That Thrives Even In Windowless Rooms
If you live in a small city apartment with few windows or are looking for a plant for an interior home office, look no further than this stately tropical plant.
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The Simple DIY That Keeps Your Christmas Tree Watered While You're Away (No Pumps Needed)
Going away over the holidays? Don't leave your Christmas tree to dry out. This DIY uses items you probably already have at home to keep your tree hydrated.
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The Vase Placement Mistake That's Shortening The Life Of Your Cut Flowers
Many people overlook location when trying to find ways to keep cut flowers fresh. This vase placement mistake is all too common and will shorten flowers' life.
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The Clear Sign You're Giving Your Christmas Cactus Way Too Much Sun
Christmas Cactus definitely need sunlight, but if you give them too much they could weaken and even die. Here are the signs to watch for as you care for them.
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Does This Ancient Winter Root Cellar Trick Really Preserve Your Homegrown Vegetables?
Preserving homegrown vegetables over the winter is a great way to eat sustainably. So, does this ancient winter root cellar trick really keep produce fresh?
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Propagate This Festive Tree In December For Years Of Evergreen Beauty
If you take hardwood cuttings from this Christmassy native tree in December, you'll have hardy saplings ready for planting in your garden in the spring.
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The Truth About How The Christmas Cactus Got Its Name
The Christmas cactus is a popular holiday houseplant, on par with poinsettias and sprigs of holly. Find out the history of these fascinating plant.
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8 New Plants Coming To Garden Centers Next Year You'll Want To Add To Your Yard
If you're planning your garden for next year, you might want to find out what stunning new plant varieties garden centers will showcase in 2026.
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The Best Time To Buy A Real Christmas Tree So That It Lasts The Whole Holiday Season
If you like to celebrate Christmas with a real evergreen tree, you should look out for these characteristics to know whether or not it's a good buy.
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8 Things To Put In Your Bird Bath To Prevent It From Freezing
If you have a bird bath that you want to be used year-round, we put together some tips that will help keep the water from freezing during colder months.
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The Budget-Friendly Winter Craft To Help You Save Money On Your Spring Garden
This winter craft costs nearly nothing when you use the resources in your garden. Put your DIY skills to work to prep for your spring garden.
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The Common Snow Blower Mistake That's Making Your Winter Cleanup Harder
Snow blowers are designed to make the freezing season easier to handle, but you could be making a crucial flub that's causing you and your machine extra stress.
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Forget Poinsettias: This Long-Blooming Flower Brings A Splash Of Color Year After Year
Poinsettias have certainly earned a reputation as a gorgeous winter plant, but this beautiful flower requires less work and can bloom multiple times.
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Want A Shade Tree That Won't Leave A Mess? Here Are The Best Options
Shade trees are wonderful specimens to have around your landscape, but if you don't like cleaning up messes, these trees may be perfect for your space.
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8 Winter Yard Tasks That Will Prep Your Yard For Spring Birds
While spring bird migration starts at different times in different regions, winter prep is always a good idea — otherwise you risk missing out.
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How Houseplants Are Making Your Home Smell Bad (& How To Prevent It)
Where is that musty, foul stench coming from? Well, if you have houseplants, they could be the cause. Luckily, it's an easy issue to prevent and treat.
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The Winter Garden Watering Tip You Need For Healthier Plants Next Spring
Snow on the ground doesn't always mean your plants are getting enough water. Instead, you should be following this winter watering tip to help them thrive.
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The Easy Way To Propagate A Bay Leaf Plant For An Endless Harvest
Bay leaves are aromatic herbs that can add flavor to soups, stews, and teas. Instead of buying them from the store, why not propagate them yourself? Here's how.
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10 Green Materials That Give Your Compost Pile A Serious Nitrogen Boost
Compost is made up of "brown" materials rich in carbon and "green" materials rich in nitrogen. Here are some key green materials to help your garden flourish.
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Two Simple Ways To Test Your Soil Before Planting
These DIY tests uncover your soil's texture and drainage rate. Then you'll know which plants will grow best in your garden and if you need to amend the soil.
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Can I Leave Leaves In A Succulent, Or Is It Harming The Plant?
When succulent leaves die, it may be tempting to just leave them be, but should you remove them instead? Could it cause problems for the plant?
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