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Frosty Days, Green Thumbs: Indoor Gardening Inspiration for Winter

November 4, 2024  |  Gardening Guide, Indoor Plants, Terrarium, Winter

Winter may bring frosty air and shorter days, but it doesn’t have to put a stop to your green thumb! Indoor gardening projects can bring color, flavor, and fun to your home all season long.

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Know Your Grow Zones in the USA for Gardeners

September 3, 2024  |  Gardening Guide, Growing Zones, Plant Hardiness

Gardening is more than just a hobby, it's a way of life. However, many new and amateur gardeners do not know that what you can grow in your garden depends on the growing zone in which you reside.

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Flowers You Can Plant in July and Grow Through Fall

Mid-summer may already be here, but that doesn't mean you can't add to (or start) your garden. There are plenty of beautiful flowers that don't bloom until July, August, or later, meaning now is the perfect time to make some last-minute changes.

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A Beginner's Guide to Gardening

From young children helping their parents pat down the dirt in their backyard garden, to retirees basking in a lush backyard oasis, gardening is a hobby that is accessible and fun for people of all ages and abilities. The best part is that gardeners can match the intensity of their hobby with their level of commitment. 

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A Beginner’s Guide to Gardening: Why Do My Houseplants Keep Dying?

You dream of a vibrant home full of lush green plants and blooming flowers. There's just one problem: your houseplants keep dying! 

Keeping houseplants alive can be a serious challenge. People often forget that they are completely reliant on their owners for life, and if you are new to growing indoor plants it can be easy to underestimate the difference that something seemingly trivial like pot size or proximity to a window can make.  

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