Sansevierias (Snake Plants) are some of the toughest plants you can find. Whether indoors, in your garden or on your …
Gardening 101
Gardening is a fun and rewarding recreational activity for many people. Here, you'll learn more about growing wonderful plants and flowers to make your world a better place.
Gardening 101 for All Gardening Levels
You'll find tips, tutorials, care information and DIYs to help the beginning gardener. For the more experienced gardener, you might learn something new.
Houseplants, bromeliads, succulents and home gardening are the focus.
How To Grow Cat Grass Indoors: So Easy To Do From Seed
Here's how to grow cat grass indoors including the mix to use, the steps to take, how to maintain it and how long it …
Hydrangea Color Change: How to Turn the Flowers Blue
Have you ever had a blue hydrangea turn pink? Here are some things you need to know on how to keep or change the color …
Repotting Jade Plants: How To Do It & Soil The Mix To Use
Jade Plants are tough and attractive succulents that thrive in containers. I've grown them both indoors and outdoors and …
Repotting Plants: Basics Beginning Gardeners Need To Know
I have a lot of repotting to do in the coming months - how about you? Many of you are new to gardening and may be …
Seed Starting Mix: A Recipe To Make Your Own
Starting your own plants from seed, whether edible or ornamental, is 1 of the most satisfying things a gardener can do. …
Bougainvillea Pruning Tips: What You Need to Know
If you share my passion for gardening and live in a warmer climate, you’ll love bougainvillea. Here, you’ll learn plenty …
Philodendron Imperial Red: How To Grow This Beautiful Tropical Houseplant
Any other philodendron fans out there? There's nothing like them, with their large showy leaves, to give a tropical …
Essential Gardening Tools You Can Buy On Amazon
"The best investment is in the tools of one's own trade." Benjamin Franklin, who penned that quote, certainly knew what …
Peperomia Obtusifolia: How To Grow the Easy Care Baby Rubber Plant
If you want an easy-care, attractive and fast-growing houseplant, then take a closer look here. The Baby Rubber Plant, …
Bougainvillea Winter Care Tips; Plus Answers To Your Questions
Bougainvillea is one of those plants that is unforgettable. You don’t want to miss this one when it's in full bloom—the …
Cleaning Houseplants: How & Why I Do It
Clean houseplants are happy houseplants. I keep my indoor plants clean because they breathe better and look better too. …
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, …
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 …
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 …