Latest articles by Bonnie L. Grant
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Overwatered Christmas Cactus Care: Save Your Plant With These Simple StepsHave you overwatered your Christmas cactus? Learn how to revive soggy plants, prevent root rot, and keep them thriving for the holidays and beyond.
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How and When to Transplant Lilies: A Complete Guide for SuccessLilies tend to naturalize in the garden, and unlike some other bulb plants, they don't go dormant. Learn how to transplant and divide them.
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11 Ingenious Uses For Old Garden Hoses – That Actually Solve Real ProblemsThere are so many uses for old garden hoses you may not have thought of. Don't throw them in the recycle bin, think outside the box to extend their usefulness.
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10 Snake Plant Varieties To Elevate Your Indoor Plant CollectionDon’t let the name fool you - snake plants are friendly, beautiful, and easy to grow. Here are 10 of my favorites you may not have heard of.
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Common Christmas Cactus Diseases: How To Identify, Treat, And Save Your PlantLearn how to spot, treat, and prevent the most common Christmas cactus diseases to keep your plant healthy and flowering.
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bay laurel tree leaves and blossomsBay laurel leaves are a delicious seasoning from the bay leaf tree, a lovely addition to your container garden or yard.
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Cactus Rot: Common Causes & How To Fix ThemIf your favorite plant shows signs of cactus rot or soft cactus spots, it may be suffering from pests or fungal diseases. Learn what to do.
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7 Best Bonsai Trees For Beginners: Easy Options That Are Simply StunningDiscover the easiest bonsai trees to grow that bring beauty and serenity to your space. Perfect for beginners ready to start their bonsai journey!
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Winterizing Chicken Coop Pens And Boxes: 5 Steps To Keep Chickens Safe & WarmWinterizing chicken coop pens and boxes is a crucial way to keep your chickens safe and warm in the cold season. Follow our five steps for happier, healthier chucks
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When To Start Seeds Indoors For Bigger Harvests & More Beautiful BloomsBoost your garden's productivity by learning the best times to start seeds indoors – including a month-by-month guide for crops and flowers.
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10 Fabulous Flower Festivals To Visit – Enjoy The Ultimate Inspiration For Your GardenStuck for garden inspiration and looking for more ideas on making your backyard notions a reality? Here are 10 flower festivals to help you unlock your growing potential
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Try These 8 Pink Amaryllis Varieties That Look Stunning Indoors And OutWhile not quite as prevalent as the traditional red flowering type, the pink amaryllis is a beautiful addition to the home – and here are eight of the best
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7 High-Maintenance Plants To Banish In 2025: Say Goodbye To These Demanding DivasExpert Bonnie Grant has learned the hard way that some plants are more effort than they're worth. She wants gardeners to think twice before committing to these popular varieties.
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These Fake-Looking Plants Aren’t AI-Generated – They’re Real & You Can Grow Them!Sometimes Nature creates strangely beautiful fake looking plants that don’t always appear to seem exactly real. Check out some of the amazing specimens.
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Winter Garden Ideas - Grow A Stunning Garden Even In The SnowThink about some winter garden ideas that can provide showy textures, shapes, and even a cheery bit of color when the weather is cold and dreary.
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Fast Growing Flowers – Learn About Flowers That Bloom QuicklyPlants take time to grow and fill in, so instant gratification is not a hallmark of gardening. However, fast growing flowers can give you that much needed boost of landscaping satisfaction while you wait for other parts of the garden to mature. Learn more here.
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Philodendron Tortum: How To Grow This Totally Unique Type Of PhilodendronThe delicate look of the philodendron Tortum makes it a lovely accent in the home. It’s especially happy in a bathroom where there’s plenty of humidity. Enjoy.
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Can You Replant A Christmas Tree After The Holidays? Here’s How To Do It SuccessfullyChristmas is a time to create fond memories and what better way to keep a memento of Christmas than by planting a Christmas tree out in your yard? Here's how.
