Perennials
Plants to Grow in Each Season
Best Plants to Grow in Each Season for a Thriving Desert Garden
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Propagate Orchids From a Leaf
Can You Propagate Orchids From a Leaf? (Yes… But Also No.) And how to actually do it without losing your sanity. Propagate orchids from a leaf. If you’ve ever grown orchids, you already know two things: They’re beautiful. They enjoy making you question every gardening skill you thought you had. So naturally, when you see […]
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Planting the Sotol Plant
If you want a stunning, low-maintenance focal point for your desert yard, the Sotol plant (Dasylirion wheeleri) is one of the best choices you can make. Native to New Mexico, Arizona, and northern Mexico, this hardy succulent thrives in arid climates and adds dramatic Southwest character to any xeriscape landscape.
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How to Make Snake Plants Bloom
How to Make Snake Plants Bloom Indoors Did you know snake plants will bloom? It was surprising to me when I first saw one bloom. The snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)—also known as mother-in-law’s tongue—is one of the most popular and forgiving houseplants you can grow. It thrives on neglect, tolerates low light, and cleans the […]
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How to Collect Seeds from Flowers
Collect Seeds Simple Steps for Every Gardener How to Collect Seeds from Flowers. You don’t have to keep buying seeds every season. When you collect seeds from your favorite flowers, you can save money, grow reliable plants, and keep special varieties going in your garden. Gardeners of all ages find it fun and rewarding, plus […]
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Homestead Red Verbena
Homestead Red Verbena: Bring a Burst of Color to Your Garden Homestead Red Verbena grabs your attention fast. Its brilliant red blooms brighten any homestead, and it keeps coloring up the landscape long after most flowers fade away. I love how it fills empty garden space with energy, and it’s no wonder more people are […]
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What Is Cochineal
The Surprising Insect Shaping Desert Gardens and Cactus Health What Is Cochineal? Pronounced (koch-uh-neel). If you’ve spent any time caring for cacti, you’ve likely heard about cochineal. These tiny bugs hide under a fluffy white coating and suck the juices out of prickly pear pads. Most people don’t realize cochineal’s impact reaches far beyond a […]
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How to Care for Cosmos Plants
Simple Steps for Brilliant Blooms How to Care for Cosmos Plants. If you love bright, cheerful flowers that bloom for months, you’ll be impressed with the cosmos plant. These airy, daisy-like flowers bring a wild touch to any garden bed and invite pollinators like bees and butterflies. What’s even better? Cosmos are easy to care […]
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Ways to boost drainage in clay soil
Ways to boost drainage in clay soil. Planting in clay soils isn’t for the faint of heart. If you’ve ever dug in sticky, heavy earth after a rainstorm, you already know the struggle. Roots suffocate, water pools, and plants sulk or just give up. Boosting drainage fast is key if you want lush, healthy plants […]
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Easy Ways to Control Aphids on Outdoor Plants [2025 Guide]
The easy way to control Aphids outdoor plants. Aphids are tiny bugs that love to suck the juice from my plants. They show up in bunches and can spread fast, leaving leaves curled, sticky, or covered in little green or black dots. If I don’t control aphids, they can weaken plants and even pass along […]
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