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New Plant Parent Shopping List
Congratulations! You’ve decided to add a new plant (or more) to your home. But before you shop, do some research first.
Moving Succulents Indoors for Winter
Most succulents and cacti can't handle frost and should be moved to a protected spot for winter.
Making Scents with Lavender
Lavender is a fragrant perennial for cool and warm climates.
Monstera: A Cool Plant With Many Names
Everyone recognizes the distinct leaf form of fabulous monstera, but this iconic plant goes by many different names.
Monstera Magnetism
Monstera has a big fan base on Instagram. Why? Start with big exotic leaves and easy-care personality.
Morning Rituals: Coffee and Plants
A cup of coffee and a chat with your plants is a good way to start your day.
Mixing Perennials with Annuals to Make Colorful Combos
Perennials and annuals can make beautiful (and colorful) partners in the garden.
Lesson Plan: Benefits of Indoor Plants
Costa Farms' partner, the Green Education Foundation, has a curriculum section loaded with fun, innovative and hands-on environmental les...
Indoor Design Inspiration -- Using Vines
Vining plants add vertical beauty to any room. Philodendron, pothos, and other plants excel at luxuriously hanging as well as climbing wi...
Is it Time to Repot Your Snake Plant?
If the roots are escaping from your pot, it's time to repot! (Actually, it's past time...)
Ivy for Holiday (and Everyday) Decor
Ivy is a classic plant for long-lasting holiday cheer.
Loving the Color Red
If you love the color red, then we have the perfect houseplant for you.
Long-Blooming Florida Perennials
These five Florida perennials bloom and bloom and bloom.
Kokedama and Your Houseplants
Learn about kokedama -- the art of growing houseplants in moss balls.
Interiorscaping with Ficus
Ficus alii is a gorgeous indoor plant that features long, slender, dark green leaves.
In Praise of Green
Green in the garden changes the tone, dialing down the volume to a gentle melody.
Impatiens News
Whenever a plant problem makes the news, gardeners tend to have a lot of questions. So what does impatiens downy mildew mean to you and y...
Kentucky Gardening Guide
Dig into our Kentucky Gardening Guide and get tips and ideas to keep your yard looking its best.
Is My Plant Alive?
Not sure whether plants in your yard have survived the winter? Check out our handy guide! By Doug Jimerson
Instant Impact: Mandevilla + Hibiscus in Containers
When you plant mandevilla and hibiscus in containers, you get instant impact. Here are 10 colorful ideas for patios and decks.
Lay Down a Carpet of Color
Get easy, full-flower coverage in gardens, patios, and containers with Drop and Grow® plants. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
Little Houseplants With Big Impact
Exotic Angel plants come in an almost dizzying array of shapes and colors. Here are some great ways to mix and match some of the most pop...
Landscape Design Tips from the Costa Farms Trial Garden
Want to make your yard more beautiful but don't know where to start? Dig into these landscape design tips shared by the gardening experts...
How to Use Indicator Plants
Have you ever forgotten to water a houseplant? An indicator plant in your collection might be the solution.