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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. African violets are cheery little plants that don’t appreciate a lot of fuss and muss. In other words, they’re the perfect plant for busy (or forgetful) folks. It’s easy to make more African violet plants to share … Read more

One of my missions is to bust the misconception that vegetable gardens aren’t attractive. I really think it is possible to have a vegetable garden that looks great and grows a lot of food. Plant lots and lots of flowers among your vegetables. While annuals are my favorite, I also plant spring bulbs in my … Read more

Most of the time, Purple Top Turnips can handle freezing temperatures, and their roots can be kept in cold storage for a long time. Rutabagas or Swedish Turnips (“Swedes “) tend to be somewhat larger, sweeter and less strongly flavored than Turnips. Also, their flesh is a yellowish creamy color. Turnips have a crisp white … Read more

Would you like some pretty leaves to put on your windowsills? Begonia maculata, which is also called the polka dot Begonia or the spotted Begonia, has become a huge hit in the world of houseplants over the past few years. Not surprising with those elegant, dotted leaves!. Read on to learn how to take care … Read more

The vibrant red, pink, white, or orange blooms of the Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) make it a festive addition to any indoor space during the holidays But did you know these tropical plants also thrive with some time outside in the summer sun? Placing your Christmas cactus outdoors for the warmer months can promote healthy … Read more

Cherry blossom is a true sign of spring. The pretty pink and white flowers bloom for a few weeks and then fall off the branches like colored paper. Ornamental cherry trees are grown for their flowers rather than their fruit. Most are types of the Japanese cherry tree, Prunus cerasus, also known as the sakura … Read more

Aglaonemas, also known as Chinese Evergreens, are graceful indoor plants known for their stunning patterned leaves But did you know these tropical beauties can also grow in water? While aglaonemas thrive in soil, propagating and growing them in water is an intriguing alternative If you’re curious whether aglaonemas can grow in water, you’re in the … Read more

Climbing plants with flowers might be just what you need to make a plain wall or an ugly old fence look better. These vines can completely mask an unwanted site and add loads of beautiful blooms and color. They can also be used as groundcovers to climb up or down slopes, hills, and even rock … Read more

You might think Japanese beetles are cool-looking if they weren’t so bad for your hydrangeas and other plants nearby. These bugs are one of the main reasons you might not want to plant hydrangeas in your garden right now. The metallic green and brown beetle can tear your flowers apart bite by bite, so you … Read more

Q: Can you eat the fruit of a “Yoshino” cherry tree? This year was the first time that my five-year-old tree produced fruit. A: ‘Yoshino’ fruits are edible, but only birds and small animals enjoy consuming them. The pit (seed) is huge in comparison to the flesh. Not all trees produce fruit, and even if … Read more