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Give Your Garden a Focal Point
Human and animal figures add romance, fun, and fantasy to a garden.
Top 10 Houseplant Care Tips
Our friends at The Sill in New York share their favorite tips for growing gorgeous and beautiful houseplants!
Visit Our Trial Garden!
Come see the Costa Farms Trial Garden!
Visit Our Open House!
On Wednesday, August 12, 2015, we're hosting an open house at our Trial Garden. Come visit us!
Dress Up Your Desk with Desert Gems
Get our tips for decorating your desk with beautiful Desert Gems colored cacti.
Costa Farms Trial Garden Winter Open House
The Costa Farms Trial Garden Open House is Friday, January 22, 2016. Learn more!
Be Inspired by the 2021 Pantone Color of the Year
If you are looking for trendy color combinations in your garden and porch decor, try using Pantone Color(s) of the year for 2021.
What the Common Names of Plants Reveal
Common names may describe a plant's native origin, use, or a similarity to other non-plant objects.
What is Your Plant Personality?
Want to have a little fun? Answer our profile questions to reveal what plants best match your personality.
Two Iconic Plants That Influenced Fashion
Ferns and monstera became revered for more than their beautiful leaves by becoming cultural icons.
Summer Pet Safety Tips
Keep your pets happy and safe this summer with these tips.
New Year: Start Fresh, Start Green, Start Now!
We have five plants that will keep you inspired all year long
Happy Valentine’s Day To Me!
6 ways to treat yourself on the day of love.
Costa Farms Social Media
Did you know we’re also active on social media?
Celebrate Great Teachers with Plants
What's a great way to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week? With plants, of course! Here are some of the best plants for teachers.
Prayer Plant Perfection
Watch the leaves of a prayer plant fold up at night. And unfold in the morning. Just for the fun of it.
Morning Rituals: Coffee and Plants
A cup of coffee and a chat with your plants is a good way to start your day.
Latin for Plant Lovers
It's all in the name: Botanical Latin reveals characteristics about plants.
How to Garden Like a Painter
Using color in the garden is easy when you follow the rules of the color wheel.
How to Celebrate Houseplant Appreciation Day
On January 10 each year, plant aficionados celebrate their love for their houseplants.
Grow Spooky Halloween Plants
In the spirit of having fun with the autumn garden, why not try a few Halloween-themed plants this year?
Holiday Gifts that Last All Year
If you’re looking for the one-size-fits-all holiday gift, think Norfolk Island pine.
Horticultural Therapy
How do you deal with stress? Try gardening.
Houseplant Stems as Cut Flowers
Single stems of tropical plants are so shapely and elegant, you can use them as cut flowers.