15 Summer Vegetables That Just Love The Heat
When the summer sun turns up the heat, some veggies seem to take it in stride while others struggle to keep up. Knowing which plants …
Zoe Merritt
18 Flowers Everyone Used To Grow Back In The Day (But You Rarely See Them Now)
Remember walking through your grandparents’ garden and seeing those cheerful, familiar flowers that seemed to pop up in every corner? I still remember the scent …
18 Fast-Growing Fruits You Should Plant Now (And When They’ll Be Ready To Harvest)
Growing your own fruit always felt like something for the patient gardener—until I discovered how many varieties don’t take years to produce. Some fruits actually …
17 Indoor Plants Perfect For Growing In Vases (And 3 That Aren’t)
I never thought I’d be the kind of person who grows plants in water, but once I tried it, I was hooked. There’s something calming …
Should You Cut The Stem Of Your Roses If The Flowers Die? 15 Things Every Gardener Should Know
When the petals start falling off your roses, it’s easy to wonder if you should just leave them be or grab the pruners. I used …
17 Fire-Resistant Plants For A Safer Summer Landscape (And 3 You Should Avoid)
With wildfire seasons becoming more intense where I live, I’ve started rethinking what I plant around the house. It turns out, some plants can actually …
16 Simple Steps To Pinch Dahlias The Right Way (For Bigger And Better Blooms)
Pinching dahlias was one of those gardening tricks I ignored for years—until I saw the difference it made in a neighbor’s garden. One quick snip, …
15 Common Reasons Your Indoor Inch Plant Is Dying (And How To Bring It Back To Life)
Inch plants are some of the easiest houseplants to grow—at least that’s what I thought when I first brought one home. With those shimmering purple …
16 Proven Tips For Growing Lavender And Salvia Side By Side Without Issues
Growing lavender and salvia together has become one of my favorite garden pairings. Their colors blend beautifully—soft purples and vibrant blues—and the bees seem to …
19 Indoor Vines And Climbers No One Thinks To Grow (But Should)
Looking to add a little drama to your indoor jungle? Climbing plants are a great way to breathe life into bare walls or awkward corners …