When the weather outside is too cold for gardening, flowering houseplants bring a touch of the garden indoors. From cheerful African violets and orchids to unusual plants with colorful or fragrant flowers, there are plenty of indoor plants that bloom to brighten your home. Some flowering houseplants bloom repeatedly, while others put on a spectacular…
Gloxinia (Sinningia speciosa) is one of those flowering houseplants that can stop you in your tracks. With velvety green leaves and large, colorful, trumpet-shaped flowers, it makes a beautiful addition to any sunny windowsill. Good gloxinia care will help keep those flowers looking their best, whether you’ve purchased the plant for yourself or received one…
Choosing your first houseplant can feel a little overwhelming, especially when every plant at the garden center looks like it would be easy to grow. These easy houseplants are forgiving, adaptable, and great choices for beginners just starting to grow indoor plants. I’ve chosen these 24 plants because they are genuinely good choices for new…
These 21 low-light houseplants include easy-care foliage plants, flowering varieties, and colorful favorites that thrive in rooms with little natural light. This guide compares their care requirements to help you choose the best low-light plants for your home. Whether you’re decorating a dim living room, brightening a bedroom, or adding greenery to an office, you’ll…
Purple passion plant propagation is one of the easiest ways to grow new houseplants for free. If your plant (Gynura aurantiaca) is getting leggy or you simply want more indoor plants, stem cuttings root quickly with very little effort. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to propagate a purple passion plant using stem…
Rosemary is one of the easiest herbs to grow, but without occasional pruning, it can become woody, leggy, and overgrown. Knowing how to prune rosemary, when to do this, and how much to cut back, helps keep plants compact, vibrant, and producing fresh growth. Whether you are shaping a mature rosemary bush, trimming a container…
If you find that lirope is taking over parts of your garden, these practical tips for controlling monkey grass will help. Monkey grass (liriope) is often planted as a low-maintenance ground cover, but it can quickly become a problem when it spreads beyond the area where it was originally planted. Runners can creep into flower…
Dieffenbachia poisoning is a significant concern for pet owners and parents, as this popular houseplant is toxic to humans, cats, and dogs. In most cases, exposure causes painful mouth irritation, swelling, drooling, or skin irritation rather than life-threatening poisoning, but symptoms can still be serious and should not be ignored. Also known as dumb cane,…
Learning how to regrow spring onions in water is one of the simplest kitchen hacks for turning scraps into fresh greens. By placing the white base of spring onions (also called green onions or scallions) in a glass of water, you can quickly trigger new shoot growth within days. This easy onion growing method works…
Spring is here! Let’s get ready by going through some tasks to prepare your garden for spring. Winter is hard on your garden, and spring brings a host of things that need attention. The good news? After a winter of no gardening, they don’t seem like chores at all! Whether you’re getting your vegetable garden…
Many beginning vegetable gardeners make the common mistake of starting too large. If you don’t have a large yard with room for a traditional garden, growing a vegetable garden on a deck is a simple and surprisingly productive alternative. You don’t need acres of space to grow your own food. Choose the right containers, add…
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…
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)….
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…
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…
Growing herbs indoors is a great way to keep their fresh flavor at your fingertips all year long. With the right setup, many popular herbs will grow inside, providing a constant supply to use in your recipes. It’s important to choose varieties that adapt well to indoor conditions. Basil, rosemary, parsley, and chives are popular…
Kalanchoe houghtonii, also known as “mother of thousands,’ along with other common names, is a tender succulent that is very easy to grow. In fact, left to its own devices and uncultivated, the plant can be quite invasive. These growing tips for mother of thousands succulent will show you how to easily grow this interesting…
Growing herbs for kitchen gardens is so easy to do that any home cook can have a supply of them on hand all the time. Why pay retail prices for herbs? There is nothing quite like growing herbs to add tons of flavor to recipes. They add a fullness of flavor that dried herbs just…
Spathiphyllum (AKA peace lilies) with their elegant white blooms and lush foliage, are beautiful additions to any indoor space. Peace lily care indoors is relatively straightforward, making them a popular choice for homes and offices alike. These easy-care plants thrive in the home, even in low-light conditions. Their pristine white flowers, which resemble delicate trumpets…
Chives grow well with a variety herbs and vegetables. The list of chive companion plants below will help you decide how to design your vegetable garden in the most efficient way. Growing chives can help protect your crops. Their strong aroma acts as a natural pest control, deterring predatory insects. The flowers of chives will attract pollinators…
Learn everything you need to know about growing chives in pots, including planting instructions, care tips, and pest control. Although you can grow chives in the soil of a vegetable garden, growing potted chives is a great option if you live in an apartment, want to grow herbs indoors, or prefer having an outdoor deck garden….
Arrowhead plants have lush, arrow-shaped leaves and a trailing growth habit. Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or a beginner with indoor plants, arrowhead plant care is simple and rewarding. This indoor plant starts out as a compact, bushy plant, but over time, it will develop long vines, making it ideal for hanging baskets. Arrowhead plants…
This patriotic small porch decor will greet your guests for the 4th of July in a cheery red white and blue way. It’s easy to put together, cost just $20 and is very cheerful and natural looking. Decorating a small front porch for the 4th of July can be a challenge. If you add too…
This list of flowers that don’t need deadheading is a helpful tool for gardeners interested in reducing time spent on garden maintenance. Deadheading is the process of pinching off faded or spent flowers. It makes the plants look better and encourages them to rebloom. Many plants like to be deadheaded, but there are also plenty…