Ornamental Gardens
Ornamental gardens are, first and foremost, gardens that look good. What makes your garden look good is totally up to you, and luckily there are almost countless ornamental plants to grow.
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Ornamental Gardens
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Overwatered Christmas Cactus Care: Save Your Plant With These Simple Steps
Have you overwatered your Christmas cactus? Learn how to revive soggy plants, prevent root rot, and keep them thriving for the holidays and beyond.
By Amy Grant
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How And When To Transplant Lilies, According To Experts
Lilies tend to naturalize in the garden and unlike some other bulb plants, they don't go dormant. Learn how to transplant and divide them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hibiscus Propagation Made Simple: How To Make More Hibiscus For Free
Learning about hibiscus propagation can help you grow even more of these lovely plants. Before buying another one, you may want to try one of these techniques.
By Heather Rhoades
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Why Is Hellebore Changing Color: Hellebore Pink To Green Color Shift
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Up Your Amaryllis Game! 6 Of The Best Giant Amaryllis Varieties
For a dramatic holiday flower, consider a giant amaryllis. They're easy to grow and, the bigger the bulb, the more magnificent flowers it will produce.
By Tonya Barnett
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Common Christmas Cactus Diseases: How To Identify, Treat, And Save Your Plant
Learn how to spot, treat, and prevent the most common Christmas cactus diseases to keep your plant healthy and flowering.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Morning Glories: Grow And Care For Morning Glory Flowers
Growing morning glories couldn’t be easier. In bloom they’re lovely, but be sure to learn about their spreading habits before you choose their new home.
By Nikki Tilley
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Cactus Rot: Common Causes & How To Fix Them
If 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Are Poinsettias Poisonous To Dogs? What You Need To Know To Keep Your Pooch Safe
You may adore their richly hued tones and textures, but are poinsettias poisonous to dogs? Don’t leave it to chance – we reveal how risky they are, and how to keep pets safe
By Amy Grant
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Try These 8 Pink Amaryllis Varieties That Look Stunning Indoors And Out
While 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
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Plants To Prune In January: Brave The Cold For A Better Garden
Discover which plants to prune in the dead of winter to help your garden shape up for a glorious spring and summer.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Why Is My Christmas Cactus Turning Purple? And How To Make It Green Again
If your Christmas cactus leaves are purple or red instead of green, it's telling you that something isn't quite right. Learn the possible causes and solutions.
By Teo Spengler
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8 Flower Seeds To Start In January For The Most Glorious Garden This Year
Spending some time with a few seed packets now will bring joy to dreary winter days and ensure your most vibrant garden in spring and summer.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Christmas Cactus Root Rot: How To Identify, Treat & Prevent This Deadly Disease
Root rot must be treated promptly if plants are to survive. Learn how to spot the signs and save your Christmas cactus from this most dreaded disease.
By Teo Spengler
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Which Indoor Begonia Plants Are Best? 8 Of The Ultimate Begonia Houseplant Varieties
If you just can’t get enough of them, try growing some indoor begonia plants. Many stunning varieties do well indoors and make lovely houseplants.
By Tonya Barnett
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7 High-Maintenance Plants To Banish In 2025: Say Goodbye To These Demanding Divas
Expert 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Wow-Worthy Winter Blooming Shrubs – To Brighten Up A Barren Winter Garden
Don’t settle for a drab winter garden. Plant some winter blooming shrubs that will flower in the cold weather and raise your spirits
By Teo Spengler