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5 Reasons Why I Love Lucky Bamboo

Lucky bamboo, a twisty-turny draceana, is like a living piece of art. Oh, and it's super easy to grow, too. 

5 Reasons Why I Love Jade Plant

Beauty, toughness, and longevity are just a few reasons to own a jade plant.  Oh, and there's more. 

5 Reasons to Love Pentas

When you think of summer annuals, pentas may not be the first flower that comes to mind. So, see five reasons it's at the top of our shop...

5 Reasons to Love Lantana

Are you looking for a reliable bloomer for containers or the landscape? You can't go wrong with lantana!

5 Reasons to Love Mandevilla

Give your garden a colorful facelift with mandevilla. This gorgeous plant blooms nonstop and is super easy to care for. Here are 5 reason...

5 Reasons a Real Plant Is for You

Real vs. fake plants -- is it a question? If so, dig in! 

5 Reasons to Grow Hostas in Your Yard

Have a shady spot where you'd like to add more interest? Hostas may be your answer!

5 Reasons to Grow Hibiscus

Tropical hibiscus are ideal garden plants. Here are five of our favorite reasons to grow them.

5 Reasons Why I Love Anthurium

Exotic, colorful, and long lasting: oh, and there's so much more to this gorgeous plant.

5 Reasons Why I Love Bromeliads

Bromeliads are stunning tropicals that are ideal for holiday decorating; they offer bold colors, fanciful foliage, and a tough constitution.

Mantlescape with Houseplants

A fireplace mantle is a dramatic stage to highlight seasonal houseplant decor. Mantlescaping is fun and easy. Check out colorful options ...

5 Interesting Ways to Use Succulents

Succulents are fascinating in their own right: textural, sculptural, colorful. Here are some interesting ways to use them alone or in gro...

5 Fabulous Annual Flowers for Beginners

Discover five fabulous annual flowers that are super easy to grow! We share our favorites -- along with some helpful tips to ensure you e...

5 Fab Reasons to Grow Succulents

Haven't tried easy-care succulents before? Been curious about them? Here are some reasons to try them out. 

Add Drama to Your Garden with Clematis

Add a trellis, arbor, or screen and then cover it with a gorgeous flowering vine.

A Growing Obsession

Meet a houseplant lover whose collection has grown to nearly 200 plants.

A Mandevilla Tradition

Tropical mandevilla grows happily in Midwestern summers, reminding me of home.  

12 Things You Did Not Know About Houseplants

In honor of Indoor Plant Week, Tovah Martin, author of the newly published book, The Indestructible Houseplant (Timber Press, 2015) and c...

10 Plants Kids Can't Resist

Kids find plants fascinating. They sport fuzzy leaves, prickly spines, surprising scents, and flowers that do magical things. By Karen We...

10 Perennials That Add Colorful Style to Decks

Turn a drab deck or patio into a festival of flowers with containers packed with easy-care perennials. It’s a snap to mix and match diffe...

12 Beautiful Annuals You’ll Love for Their Leaves

Get an upscale look in your plantings this season with beautiful annuals you’ll love for their leaves. By Justin Hancock

10 Perennials for Dazzling Curb Appeal

Give your home a front-yard makeover with perennial flowers. Here are 10 top picks that will add interest and value to your home. By Doug...

Poinsettias in Every Shape and Size

There's more to poinsettias than meets the eye. Check out our tips for choosing the best for you!

Poinsettias: Fact and Fiction

Poinsettias are a classic holiday plant, but there's a lot of misinformation about these beauties. Get the straight scoop.