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African Mask Plant Care: Growing The Stunning Houseplant Alocasia
My African Mask Plant sits on a long table in my dining room along with 8 or 9 other plants. I must say, with its …
Let’s Go On A Tour Of My Container Plants. Merry Christmas!
Another year is drawing to an end and you know what that means here at Joy Us garden—another garden tour is coming up. …
Things You Need to Know About Bougainvillea Plant Care
Bougainvillea is one of those plants that you just have to see to believe. With its gorgeous flowers and bold shape, you …
How to Grow a Kitchen Herb Garden
If you've got a balcony, terrace, patio, or porch in your urban home, you can grow food there, in containers. Moreover, …
How to Pick the Perfect Poinsettia & Make It Last
There are a wide variety of poinsettias out there, with the colors of shapes of the leaves, and the fullness of the …
Christmas Succulent Arrangements In Pots: A Festive Succulent Garden DIY
Need some Christmas succulent ideas? If you're like me, you have lots of glittery, sparkling decorations but love to …
Air Plant Care In A Dry Climate
Air plants have been a hot ticket for more than 15 years and are showing no signs of slowing down in popularity. They …
Easy-Care Office Plants for Your Desk
Do you work at an office? If so, you probably have your own desk and want to make it feel like your own space. Here is …
How Bougainvillea Comes Back After A Freeze
Have you ever wondered if and how bougainvillea would come back after a freeze? I found out first hand the answer to …
DIY Glitter Pinecones: 4 Ways
The holiday season is almost here - how can that be?! If you're like me, I'm sure you're galloping off to the craft …
Repotting Rubber Plants (Ficus Elastica): The Soil to Use and How to Do It
Rubber Plants are almost foolproof if you're in the market for a large indoor plant. They grow fast (quicker than most …
Growing Aloe Vera Indoors: 5 Reasons Why You May Be Having Problems
Aloe vera not only looks good, but it's a succulent plant with many beneficial properties. Why wouldn't you want one in …
Planting Bougainvillea in Pots: The Mix to Use & the Key Thing to Know
Bougainvillea is quite a popular topic on this blog. I've done multiple posts and videos on all aspects of growing it. …
Monstera Deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant) Care: A Tropical Beauty
Hello flip flops, coconuts and fruity drinks with umbrellas! If you want your home to have a tropical feel then plan on …
A Guide To Watering Indoor Plants
Here's the million-dollar question I get asked quite a bit: how often should you water indoor plants? There's no …
Inspiring Quotes About Plants and Flowers
Inspirational quotes are amazing daily reminders to live our best lives. We enjoy gardening quotes and sayings, which …
Repotting Portulacaria Afra (Elephant Bush): A Beautiful Hanging Succulent
My once-thriving Spider Plant, hanging in a bright yellow pot near the front door, was looking stressed and in need of …
Ponytail Palm Care Outdoors: Answering Questions
I've grown Ponytail Palms outdoors in 2 very different climates for years now. Both with mild winters but that's where …
Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea Recurvata) Care: A Fun & Unique Houseplant
Hello Ponytail Palms; what fun plants you are! I got my 1st, in a 6" pot standing about 10-12" tall, when I lived in San …
Autumn Decorating Ideas for a Festive Fall Season
It's that time of year already! Are you ready for the changing colors in the leaves? The smell of fresh autumn in the …