Some of my favorite easy-to-care-for outdoor plants are hens and chicks. The hens and chicks have a beautiful, unique shape that adds texture to the garden, and they’re hardy enough to survive the cold winters here in Michigan. I’m also a sucker for plants that spread quickly, and hens and chicks certainly fit into that
Here’s a quick, easy, and detailed guide on how to repot succulents the right way. Often times you may damage your cactus if you don’t know how to repot a cactus safely. Whether you are an avid gardener or new to plant-care, succulents and cacti are a great plant choice. These plants are beautiful and
In this snake plant care guide we teach you how to grow snake plants. If ever there was a perfect ‘beginner’s plant’ for those new to gardening, the snake plant would probably be it. Tougher than the proverbial old boots, this super-strong succulent (also known as Sansevieria) is not only a breeze to plant, but
In this Christmas Cactus care guide we teach you how to grow Christmas Cactus. Christmas Cactus plants are a popular choice for gifts and houseplant collectors. Their bright, tubular flowers adorn numerous windowsills and shelves. Like some other houseplants, the Christmas Cactus is largely easy to care for. However, many people wrongly assume, partly because
In this Aloe Vera plant care guide we teach you how to care for the Aloe plant like an expert. As well as making an attractive addition to the home or garden, an aloe vera plant offers numerous medicinal and therapeutic benefits. Is there any plant that proves such a worthy addition to the home
Thinking about growing aloe vera plant? I still remember when I was a clumsy little girl, practicing gymnastics in the backyard, all those times I scraped my knee or cut my hand on a sharp blade of grass. I’d go running to my mom, who would give me a hug and then head straight for
Adding a few plants is a great way to add color and interest to both outdoor and indoor spaces. While many are grown for their attractive foliage or delicate flowers others are cultivated for their medicinal or culinary benefits. However if you want to add something a little bit different to your home or garden