Learn How To Garden Like a Pro With These Gardening Tips and Tutorials

Cryptanthus bivittatus, also called Red Star Bromeliad or Earth Star Plant, features a striking star-shaped rosette with colorful leaves and small blooms. This terrestrial bromeliad is native to Brazil, where it often grows as an epiphyte on host trees in tropical rainforests. Easy to grow, the Earth Stars plant makes a beautiful indoor plant for …

Kalanchoe propagation is an easy way to grow more of these popular, long-lasting succulent plants at home. With the right techniques, you can successfully root new plants from stems, leaves, or offsets when working with Kalanchoe blossfeldiana—also known as florist kalanchoe, Flaming Katy, or Holiday kalanchoe. These methods also work with other types of kalanchoe …

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana care is easy once you know what this winter-blooming plant needs to thrive indoors. With the right light, watering, and timing, florist kalanchoe can keep blooming for weeks—even through the colder months. Often sold as a holiday plant and featured among many popular Christmas plants, Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is also known as Flaming Katy, …

These tips for poinsettia plant care will ensure your beautiful holiday plant continues to delight you all through the holiday season and into next year.  More poinsettia plants are sold during November and December than the yearly sales of all the other potted plants, other than orchids. There is a good reason for this popularity …

Would you like a list of winter spices to use in Christmas recipes? This Christmas spices list is for you! Whether your tastes run to prime rib or a home-cooked turkey, knowing which Christmas herbs and spices to use is a must. The smell of a typical holiday dinner is a yearly happening that most of …

Christmas cactus care is easy when you provide the right light, water, and soil. This winter-blooming succulent thrives indoors, adding festive color to your home when most plants are dormant. Botanically known as Schlumbergera x buckleyi (formerly S. bridgesii), this holiday cactus features vibrant tubular-shaped flowers. In the Northern Hemisphere, blooms appear in December and January, …

Christmas cactus propagation is easy with stem cuttings. They root quickly in soil, giving you new plants in just weeks. These step-by-step instructions show how to expand your indoor plant collection or share with friends this holiday season. This guide focuses on soil propagation, the most dependable method for Schlumbergera x buckleyi (formerly Schlumbergera bridgesii). …

Ornamental Indian corn is found in many homes as a rustic Thanksgiving decoration. But what is Indian corn? Another name for Indian corn is flint corn because the kernels are so hard. It is also called calico corn because of its colors. It is one of the oldest varieties of corn and has been grown by …

Would you like to know the best herbs for roasting turkey? Thanksgiving is coming soon, and a roasted turkey is on many menus. If you are cooking turkey for the first time, you may find yourself asking, “What herbs and spices go with turkey?” You can place a turkey in your oven and roast it …

This no-carve sunflower pumpkin uses the heads of silk sunflowers or any other colorful daisy-like flower to cover the outside of a faux pumpkin. This is a great idea for those of you who do not like the mess of a carved pumpkin. It’s also one that gardeners will love!  Fall is my time of …

It’s easy to propagate Thanksgiving cactus using stem cuttings in soil or water. Schlumbergera truncata roots quickly when given the right light, moisture, and humidity. These steps help you grow healthy new plants for your home this holiday season. Start with firm, healthy cuttings and choose a well-draining soil mix or a clean container of …

Schlumbergera truncata care is easy when you provide the right light, water, and soil conditions. This winter-blooming houseplant thrives indoors, bringing a splash of color even when snow blankets the garden outside. Also called Thanksgiving cactus, winter cactus, or crab cactus, this succulent plant produces vibrant flowers during the holiday season. Following the practical care …

It’s time for Halloween, which means that we get to enjoy all of the Halloween plants this season has to offer. The list includes black plants, creepy flowers, and even smelly and carnivorous plants! The plants associated with Halloween don’t have pretty flowers or foliage. Instead, these evil plants are dark and dreary. They have …

Knowing how to preserve herbs is the key to keeping your garden’s fresh flavors ready to use during the winter months. With a few simple methods, you can dry, freeze, or store herbs to use in recipes long after harvest. The process is quick, practical, and prevents waste when frost hits. Drying, freezing, or turning …

Creating a fall door swag is a simple way to update your front door for autumn, especially for doors with oval glass centers. This project uses basic craft supplies and minimal tools, making it easy to put together. The DIY tutorial breaks the process into clear steps, from selecting materials to assembling the swag. You …

Knowing when to harvest pumpkins is essential for both flavor and storage. Picking pumpkins too early can result in soft, bland fruit, while leaving them on the vine too long increases the risk of rot or frost damage. Understanding the signs of ripeness ensures your pumpkins are ready for cooking, carving,  decoration, or storage. By …

When is a watermelon ripe?  Knowing the answer to this question ensures that you enjoy the sweetest, juiciest fruit from your garden. By learning the key signs of watermelon ripeness, you can avoid picking too early or leaving melons on the vine too long, and instead harvest them at peak flavor. Look at the tendrils …

Knucklehead pumpkins stand out because of their unusual, bumpy skin. This makes them a favorite for fall displays and Halloween decorating. Many people wonder why some pumpkins grow with warts while others stay smooth. The answer depends on both genetics and growing conditions. Some pumpkins, like the knucklehead variety, are bred to develop those wart-like …

Clay pots are a favorite among gardeners, but they require regular care to maintain their good condition. Learning how to clean clay pots will extend their life, prevent disease, and keep them looking fresh for the next growing season. Over time, minerals, salts, and residue can build up. This can affect both the appearance of …

Natural foliage is perfect to use when decorating with greenery for fall.  It’s bold in color, rustic in texture, and gives a calming look to any home decor project. It may appear that there is nothing of interest out there in the garden right now, but to someone looking for items to use for decorating, …

 Planning a vegetable garden doesn’t have to stop when the summer ends. There are plenty of vegetables to plant for fall harvests that thrive in cooler weather and even improve in flavor after a light frost. By choosing the right crops, you can keep your harvest going well beyond the summer season. Fall gardens are …

The Chinese lantern plant is a unique and attractive addition to any fall garden. If you’re new to gardening, you’ll be happy to know that these plants are quite easy to grow.  This hardy perennial is primarily grown for its distinctively shaped and vibrantly colored orange or red pods, which resemble tiny lanterns. These brightly colored …

Heirloom pumpkins are an exciting choice for beginning gardeners. Unlike the typical orange pumpkins that we all love to carve, heirlooms offer a fascinating variety of new pumpkins to choose from. These pumpkins are often prized for their unique shapes, colors, flavors, and historical significance. Keep reading to discover what makes heirloom pumpkins so special. …

Do you love getting new plants for free? This project is for you! It is super easy to propagate spider plants from the babies that the mother plant sends out on the ends of its long, arching stems. The offsets of Chlorophytum comosum – AKA spider plant, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and St. Bernard’s lily, can …

A small-space vegetable garden lets you grow fresh produce when you don’t have room for a traditional vegetable garden. With the right setup, patios, balconies, and decks can all be spaces to grow vegetables. You’ll need containers with good drainage and a quality potting mix. Your area should receive at least 6 hours of sunlight each …

Try growing Astilbe for beautiful, showy flowers that majestically sit above fern-like leaves. This perennial plant thrives in partial to full shade, making it a favorite plant for shade gardens. Its ability to grow where other plants struggle makes it the perfect choice for low-light areas. Pair astible with other shade plants such as hostas …