Orchids grow differently from other houseplants. Knowing how and when to prune them will give you healthier, happier plants ...

The Christmas cactus prefers a little humidity — unlike other cacti and succulents —as well as bright, indirect sunlight.

Growing lemon trees in containers isn't hard if you give them light, water, and good soil. Here are some tips for growing and ...

Often, lavender can grow leggy and spindly if not properly cared for. However, there is one simple switch you can make to ...

Desert rose plants need at least six hours of bright, direct sunlight daily to thrive indoors. Position your plant in a south ...

Lavender remains a beloved choice amongst UK gardeners, cherished for its delightful fragrance and attractive purple blooms - ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesi) is quite a charming plant. It's easy to grow and sprouts bright, cheery blossoms in the midst of ...

Prune hostas in fall after frost for tidy beds, but waiting until spring protects crowns and roots. In summer, remove dead or damaged leaves and spent flowers to keep plants healthy. Always cut with ...

After a summer of growth, you may be ready to bring out those loppers and that new handheld tiny chainsaw pruner this fall and give your shrubs a haircut. But if you want healthy shrubs and some ...

Pinching or cutting back bee balm early in the season can promote branching and flowering. Late season pruning is best for disease prevention. Diseased plant material should be thrown in the trash or ...

After a tall tree in my garden developed a split, I had it removed last May (with city approval), revealing a large overgrown ...

When temperatures finally drop, working in the garden is so much more pleasant. Fall is the perfect time to deadhead annuals to get a few more blooms, plant cool-season flowers and herbs like pansies ...