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Yes, cats can’t eat snake plants because they contain a chemical called saponin that is bad for their stomachs. Snake plants also known as mother-in-law’s tongue or Sansevieria are a popular houseplant known for their sword-like leaves and hardy nature. However, snake plants contain saponins, compounds that are toxic to cats and can cause unpleasant … Read more

Tuberous begonias come in both upright and trailing varieties, with single and double flowers and a wide range of bright colors and flower shapes. They are a gardener’s favorite for quickly brightening up a shady spot in the yard. They won’t last through harsh winter weather outside, so they have to be dug up in … Read more

The question, “When do hydrangeas bloom?” is trickier to answer than it seems. Different types of hydrangeas bloom at different times, and some flower much earlier than others. Most hydrangeas flower between late spring and early fall. Climate, weather patterns, pruning, and how you care for plants can also affect when hydrangeas bloom and make … Read more

Lilies are prized for their fragrant blooms and often giant, trumpet-shaped flowers. You can plant lily bulbs in flower beds and containers, and lily plants are the best summer flowers to make your garden bright and colorful. There are two main types of lily to grow: Oriental lily and Asiatic lily. Oriental lilies typically have … Read more

Neat, crisp edges can transform an ordinary flower bed into a showstopping garden focal point. While you can edge beds with basic tools like a spade, specialized edging tools make the task simpler. The right edging tool delivers clean lines with less work. When selecting the best edging tool, consider your budget bed material and … Read more

The Mighty Oak Grows from a Humble Acorn Unpacking the Meaning of This Insightful Metaphor The old adage “the acorn contains the oak” is a thought-provoking metaphor about potential. This idea that even the largest, sturdiest oak tree starts as a tiny, fragile acorn seed contains profound lessons about growth, patience, and seeing latent possibilities. … Read more

Unless you live in the Mediterranean region, rosemary is not native to your area. So your main job is to give your rosemary plant a place that feels like home by growing it in the best way possible. I also want to say that rosemary is not as stable as the other perennial herbs in … Read more

It is most likely that your tomato crop will do well if you grow varieties that have done well in organic gardens in your area. We asked our readers about the best tomato varieties for their areas in an online poll last fall, and we got even more great answers than we thought! In addition … Read more

Sunflowers are one of the most well-loved flowers of late summer and early fall. Their large blooms and bright colors distinguish them from other flowers of the season. They are additionally recognized by their tall stature, growing from 1 foot to 16 feet tall. Also known by their scientific name, helianthus annuus, the sunflower is … Read more

Display one large or several smaller sunflower head inside the shadow box, depending on its dimensions. Gardeners grow sunflowers for their beauty and their sweet-tasting seeds. Do not eat the seeds or destroy the flower. Instead, make these beautiful summer reminders a family heirloom. Shadow boxes, which are closed cases that people often use to … Read more