Gardening

If you’re not sure how to design a container garden, feel free to dive right in. Much of the fun of playing with containers is that there are so many different ways to use them. And the pot’s portability makes it easy to correct poor placement. No matter where you …

Succulent plants offer something very special to the garden. The fleshy, evergreen leaves are often glaucous and as a group they add another very different texture to a garden scene. Succulents fall into many different genera and come from many parts of the world. What unites them is their ability …

This is the easiest houseplant you’ll ever have because it’s impossible to kill, never needs feeding, and isn’t overly sensitive to light. And aside from its low maintenance content, rooted plants in water are well-suited to pretty much any setting, from minimalist aesthetics to eclectic spaces. We show you how …

Dahlias require a fertile, moist but well-drained soil, and a sunny, sheltered spot. The taller varieties need staking. In autumn, dig up the tubers and overwinter them in a frost-free place, such as a greenhouse or a shed. Bring them back into growth in early April, then plant out in …

What is it about tree roses that makes them so special, what is the story behind them, why are they tree roses? A tree rose is a rose bush that is essentially elevated on top of a “tree trunk” which puts the beauty closer to eye level. Tree roses add …

Anthurium prefers bright but indirect light. In direct sun they can dry out too much and the leaves can develop brown, burnt tips. The plant prefers a location with temperatures between 60° and 85°F How to care for anthurium Anthurium likes moist conditions. Store the pot on a tray of …

Whether you barely have room for a loveseat or regularly host dozens of movie nights, the living room is one of the busiest spaces in your home. It’s where you sit down with family, entertain guests, read a book and more, so it’s only natural that you want it to …

Kitchen designs are constantly changing and evolving – from upgrading the appliances and equipment to ensuring there is enough space for the person working in the kitchen to move around comfortably. Kitchens are used for cooking, dining, and entertaining – so let’s get down to figuring out how you can …

There are five varieties of true Desert Rose, and all are native to arid or semi-arid climates, but they can all adapt well to tropical and semi-tropical environments. In fact, these hardy desert dwellers adapt to almost any situation as long as they have plenty of sun and heat and …

Although a true book lover can curl up almost anywhere for hours on end, there’s a reason why certain places—like a hammock between two trees or a plush armchair by the fire—are ripe for reading. These areas are comfortable and feel special – as if they were put on this …