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9 Plants For Bringing Color To Dry Shade Gardens

There are so many perks to having a cool, dry shade landscape that’s shielded from rain—it’s comfortable to lounge around in, especially during scorching hot summer afternoons, and we’re protected from UV rays that can damage our skin. The thing is, [...]

3 terrariums created by filling jars with dirt, moss, rocks and plants and placed on a wooden table next to a bag of moss

Create a Terrarium Inspired by Nature

Terrariums are a little bit magical; they capture a scene in nature within a tiny space, transporting you to another place whenever you peek inside. While any store-bought model is sure to look pretty good, a homemade terrarium can be made to remind you of the places that mean the [...]

Which Succulent Are You?

Just like people, no two succulents are truly the same. This incredibly diverse family of plants is full of different personalities—so there’s definitely one out there that can relate to yours! Which succulent are you most like? Take our quiz to find out! (function(d, [...]

Ladybug crawling up a stem eating an aphid and a second image of a woman with a spray bottle spritzing the green leaves on branches of a tree

The Best Eco-Friendly Pest Fighters For Your Garden

Gardeners across California are making the switch to eco-friendly pest control products, as it’s becoming more apparent that chemical pesticide use is hurting the bugs we want to keep around, like bees and butterflies. We rely on those pollinating insects to help our plants produce [...]

How to Attract Bees to Your Garden

Bees are one of the most important insects in the world; they are responsible for just about all of our natural food, crops and even jobs. Why Do We Need Bees? Here are some fast facts about honey bees courtesy of HoneyLove : [...]