When planning a flower garden, we often choose plants based on color, bloom time, fragrance, or simply because we fell in love with them at the garden center. But there is another question worth asking: Should you plant native flowers, exotic plants—or a little of both? Native and exotic plants can both create beautiful gardenContinue reading “Native vs. Exotic Plants: Which Belongs in Your Flower Garden?”
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Helping Your Aloe Thrive Through Fall & Winter
Aloe vera is one of those wonderfully easygoing plants that doesn’t ask for much—but as the seasons change, your aloe’s care routine should change, too. 🍂☀️ As fall arrives and daylight hours become shorter, aloe vera naturally slows its growth. During winter, it may enter a period of dormancy, meaning it uses less water andContinue reading “Helping Your Aloe Thrive Through Fall & Winter”
🌿 The Easiest Air Plants to Grow: Harrisii & Xerographica Care Guide
If you’re new to air plants, you may be wondering, “Which air plant is easiest to care for?” 🌱 Around here, one of our favorite answers is Tillandsia harrisii. This beautiful little air plant is hardy, forgiving, and a wonderful choice for beginners. In fact, with the exception of the impressive Tillandsia xerographica, Harrisii isContinue reading “🌿 The Easiest Air Plants to Grow: Harrisii & Xerographica Care Guide”
🌿 Top 10 Fairy Garden Plants for a Magical Mini Garden
There’s something so special about creating a fairy garden—it’s like building a tiny world full of wonder right in your own backyard or on your porch. The secret to making it truly magical? Choosing the right plants. Fairy garden plants should stay small, have interesting textures, and be easy to care for. Whether you’re creatingContinue reading “🌿 Top 10 Fairy Garden Plants for a Magical Mini Garden”
A Beginner’s Guide to Succulents: Types & Care
How Many Succulents Are There in the U.S.? Succulents aren’t just one plant—they’re a whole category of water-storing beauties. Across the United States, you can find over 1,000 species of succulents growing naturally or cultivated in gardens and homes. Globally, there are 10,000+ species, and many thrive in dry regions like the Southwest (think desertsContinue reading “A Beginner’s Guide to Succulents: Types & Care”
