Special Gardens
What are special gardens? These are gardens with something specific in mind. Here you will find tips for the special needs gardener, gardening with children and those just starting out. In addition, you will learn more about growing specific types of gardens like xeriscape designs, color themes, seaside gardens, organic gardening, urban gardening and using containers in the garden. From how to design them to their overall care, these special gardens have something for everyone. So, if you’re looking for something specific, it’s likely here.
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Your Greenhouse Shouldn't Just Grow Plants – It Should Be the Most Atmospheric Room You Own
A viral TikTok of a glowing greenhouse has everyone rethinking their setup. Here's exactly how to transform yours into the most atmospheric space you own.
By Sarah Veldman
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The Best Kids Gardening Supplies for Eager Little Growers
If you have a budding gardener or two in the family, look this way...
By Kayleigh Dray
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This Low-Maintenance Potted Plant Delivers Bold Blooms for Months – No Deadheading Required
Heat tolerant, colorful, and easy as anything to grow? All hail this new container garden star!
By Kayleigh Dray
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How To Grow A Pineapple Top From Store-Bought Fruit – Unlock Tropical Vibes and Grow a Tasty Treat
Learn how to grow a pineapple top from a store-bought fruit. You can grow a pineapple plant in your very own home—no tropical travel required!
By Teo Spengler
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6 Plant-and-Forget Shade Plants that Thrive with Neglect – For Flourishing Perennial Beauty
Looking for the ultimate “set it and forget it” perennial shade garden? These lovely shade garden plants don’t just survive in the gloom, they flourish with minimal care
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Want a Gorgeous Container Garden on a Budget? Here’s Where to Save (and Where to Splurge!)
You absolutely don't have to fork out a fortune on your new container garden, so long as you follow our advice...
By Kayleigh Dray
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These Unique Air Pruning Pots Could Be the Secret to Bigger, Healthier Container Plants
Air pruning pots encourage stronger root systems and faster growth — here’s why gardeners are swapping traditional containers for these clever designs.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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DIY Greenhouse Ideas That Will Take Your Garden to the Next Level – Plus, the Best Kits to Buy Online
A DIY greenhouse takes a bit of planning, but building a place to keep growing during the cold months can take your garden to the next level.
By Amy Grant
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9 Best Hanging Planters for Vertical Displays – Super Stylish Picks That Make Your Plants Pop
If you want containers for dazzling hanging baskets, you don't have to settle for boring plastic tubs. These high-performing hanging planter ideas show that vertical gardening is getting a stylish upgrade
By Janey Goulding
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Want to Add a Greenhouse to a Small Garden? Designers Say This is the Trick That Makes it Work
Even if your yard is on the smaller side, there's ways to make a greenhouse work. Here's the secret, as recommended by garden design experts.
By Ciéra Cree
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My Russian Doll Trick Protects Potted Plants From Winter Freezes – And It Couldn’t Be Easier
Late winter is a lottery no gardener wants to lose. Discover how the ancient magic of nesting Russian dolls offers the perfect thermal defense for vulnerable potted plants
By Janey Goulding
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Gardeners Are Using This DIY Terracotta Pot Hack to Heat Their Greenhouses – But Does It Actually Work?
The viral clay pot heater hack is taking the internet and greenhouses by storm, but does this DIY trick really work? A scientist turned gardener weighs in.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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6 Plants to Add to Your Beauty Routine to Give Yourself a Garden Glow-Up
Make this the year of the “garden glow up” with these 6 key beauty care plants – proof that your backyard is the ultimate beauty counter for a natural glow
By Teo Spengler
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The Winter Watering Mistake Killing Your Container Plants
Don't let your containers die of thirst this January. Look for these crucial windows when watering is essential, and avoid this fatal mistake.
By Tyler Schuster
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When Record Rain Exposed a Drainage Problem in My Yard, These Easy Fixes Made a Big Difference
By Allie Kerkhoff
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This IKEA Hack Turns Cabinets Into Stylish Mini Greenhouses – Here's How to Make Them Work for Your Plants
A mini greenhouse can create a microclimate that will keep your houseplants happy and healthy. Learn how to use a stylish IKEA cabinet to help your plants.
By Kathleen Walters
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How to Stop Your Potted Plants From Freezing – 5 Easy Container Insulation Tricks
Don't leave your potted plants out in the cold. Actually, DO leave them out in the cold, but keep them toasty with these 5 insulation tricks.
By Tyler Schuster

