How to grow snake plant
Snake plants are famous around the world for their ease of care. Take a look at any plant pushed into a low-light corner in an office or shopping mall, and it’s probably a snake plant. Because learning how to grow…
Madison Moulton
Madison Moulton is an esteemed gardening writer and editor with a profound affection for plants that took root in her childhood. As a life-long plant enthusiast, Madison’s early captivation with indoor gardening blossomed into a full-fledged profession. Her dedication and expertise in the field have seen her words grace the pages of several national gardening magazines, as well as some of the most popular online platforms.
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Planting a pollinator garden
Pollinator gardens are continuously rising in popularity thanks to interest in sustainability and a global push to make gardens more environmentally friendly. If you want to join this movement and start one of your own, there are a few easy…
How to grow succulents
Wondering how to grow succulents? If you’re looking for beginner-friendly and low-maintenance plants to start your gardening journey, succulents are often the first recommendation. These easy-care beauties are not only tolerant of neglect, but look great doing it. The most…
Blue passion flower
The blue passion flower, part of the Passiflora genus commonly known as passion fruit, is an exotic vine with almost alien-like blooms that you can’t help but stare at. Although they can be invasive if not controlled, their quick growth…
Shamrock plant
Shamrock plants, scientifically members of the Oxalis genus, are known for their clover-like, colorful leaves. These plants have become associated with luck and are particularly popular around St. Patrick’s Day, often grown indoors as houseplants. Despite their delicate look, caring…
How to grow rosemary
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is a great beginner-friendly herb with many uses in the garden and the kitchen. Its tolerance of neglect and stunning foliage and flowers make this plant a must-have for any warm perennial garden. Rosemary grows best in…
How to grow pothos
An easy-care indoor plant collection is incomplete without a pothos. These tropical vines, known for their flecked foliage and tolerance of neglect, are great for both beginners and experienced plant parents. If you don’t yet know how to grow pothos,…
How to grow basil
When you think about starting a herb garden, one of the first plants to come to mind is basil. This versatile herb is famous around the world for its wonderful flavor and ease of use in the kitchen. And fortunately,…
How to grow dahlias
Dahlias are the darlings of the cut flower world, with unique flowers that draw attention and look stunning in a vase. You may think this complex look makes them difficult to grow, but you would thankfully be wrong. If you’re…
How to grow cast iron plant
Is there anything better than a plant that is low-maintenance, handles neglect well, and looks good while doing it? It sounds too good to be true, but these characteristics all apply to one garden essential – the cast iron plant.…
How to plant moonflower seeds
Moonflowers are incredibly rewarding flowering plants to grow, producing large white blooms that light up a garden at night time. They are incredibly low maintenance too, ideal for beginner gardeners that want some extra fragrance in their backyard. So let’s…
How to propagate coleus
In the wonderful world of foliage plants, you can’t miss coleus. These plants feature stunning leaves in a wide range of colors and patterns, turning your garden into a riot of color. Coleus can be propagated from seeds or cuttings,…