Gardening

Make the backyard garden of your dreams a reality with these gardening tips and ideas from our experts.

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Why Do Mushrooms Grow in Your Lawn and Garden?

Gardening expert Melinda Myers explains why mushrooms sprout on your lawn and trees and what to do about them.


A Norfolk Island Pine Is an Adorable Mini Christmas Tree

If you've ever wanted a tiny Christmas tree, a Norfolk Island pine is the perfect pick. Learn how to care...


The Top 10 Best Houseplants for Beginners to Grow

Try your hand at houseplants with these beginner-friendly picks. We found the best houseplants that even beginners can keep alive.


9 Gardening Subscription Boxes You’ll Love to Unbox

Looking for a perfect gift for plant parents? Gardening subscription boxes deliver seeds, indoor plants, flowers and more to your...


Is Mistletoe Poisonous for People and Pets?

It's a staple of the holidays—but is mistletoe poisonous? Learn about mistletoe poisoning symptoms and how they differ in people...


Does Your Birth Month Flower Have Special Meaning?

Did you know the month you were born in has a birth month flower? Discover yours, as well as the...


How to Grow and Care for Amaryllis (and Make the Bulbs Rebloom!)

If your green thumb is itching to dig in the dirt this winter, grow amaryllis! Learn how to care for...


Are Poinsettias Poisonous to Cats and Dogs?

Make sure the holidays are magical for everyone—including your four-legged friends. If you decorate with poinsettias, here's what to know.

20 Air-Purifying Plants for Your Home

These plants will spruce up your home and help to make your space—and you—healthier in a number of ways.


How to Care for Poinsettias Now and After the Holidays

Learn how to care for poinsettias even after Christmas, including how often to water poinsettias and how to get poinsettias...


7 Surprising Facts About Holiday Flowers and Plants

Get in a festive mood with these surprising facts about your favorite holiday plants, like Christmas cactus, amaryllis and poinsettia.


How Does a Butterfly Survive Winter?

When the weather turns cold, you may wonder what happens to a winter butterfly. Find out where different butterflies go...


Attract Spicebush Swallowtail Butterflies and Caterpillars

Learn how to identify a spicebush swallowtail butterfly and caterpillar. Plus get tips to attract these pretty pollinators to your...


Plant Gin Fizz Juniper for a Bush Bursting With Berries

Plant a Gin Fizz juniper bush for low-maintenance greenery that looks great in every season. Plus, you'll attract flocks of...


Are Tulip Flowers and Bulbs Toxic to Cats?

Can you keep a bouquet of tulips in the house with your curious cat? Find out if tulips are toxic...


How to Grow an Indoor Lemon Tree

Grow a fragrant reminder of summer with an indoor lemon tree. It's easier than you think to get homegrown lemons.


Carnivorous Plant Facts and Growing Tips

Carnivorous plants consume other living creatures for their food. Learn facts about growing Venus flytraps, pitcher plants and more.

10 Small Evergreen Shrubs to Grow for Year-Round Curb Appeal

Small evergreen shrubs make your yard look great in every season. Dwarf evergreens also provide benefits for birds and wildlife.


How to Grow a Carnivorous Pitcher Plant

Carnivorous plants aren't for everyone, but if you can provide the right growing conditions, pitcher plants are fascinating and fun.


How to Grow a Carnivorous Sundew Plant

Interested in growing carnivorous plants? Start with a sundew plant, which is an easier option for home gardeners to care...


20 Pretty Winter Plants for Backyard Cheer

These trees, shrubs, grasses and even flowers shine bright in winter. Add height and texture to your yard with our...


12 Winter Garden Ideas to Keep Growing While It’s Snowing

Don't worry, you can keep gardening in winter. These winter garden ideas and activities will keep plant lovers happy until...


10 of the Prettiest Pink Tulips for Your Garden

From adorable to dazzling, here are the best choices for pink tulips you can plant now for a gorgeous spring...

Tulip Meaning: Discover What Tulip Colors Symbolize

Ready to celebrate spring with this classic flower? Learn about the long history of tulips, what they've represented, and what...


How to Grow a Tulip Poplar Tree

With unique leaves and showy flowers, a tulip tree offers superb wildlife value.


5 Pretty Pink Daffodil Varieties to Plant Right Now

Not all daffodils are yellow. We found the prettiest pink daffodil varieties to grow.


20 Golden Plants to Make Your Garden Glow

Strike it rich with bright foliage that lights up a garden with our list of golden plants. Some of our...


Expert Tips for Growing Grape Hyacinth Flowers

Grape hyacinth bulbs produce purple flower clusters in spring. Learn how to grow them and find out if these blooms...


Grow a Gorgeous Fall Garden Your Birds Will Love

Plan a fall garden that flourishes beyond spring and summer. Follow these tips to create a landscape you and visiting...