Holiday Gift Guide for Gardeners: Seeds and Plants They Will Love

Thoughtful, affordable gift ideas for gardeners of every level — seed collections, easy succulents, herb [...]

Bringing Succulents Indoors for Winter

How to move succulents indoors for winter: when to bring them in, checking for pests, [...]

Fall Sowing Wildflowers for Spring Color

Why autumn is the best time to sow many wildflower seeds, how to prepare the [...]

How to Repot a Cactus Properly

A step-by-step guide to repotting a cactus safely — when to repot, the right soil [...]

Saving Your Own Seeds: Harvest, Dry and Store

Learn how to save seeds from your garden: which plants to choose, when to harvest, [...]

How to Water Succulents in Hot Weather

How often should you water succulents in summer? Learn the soak-and-dry method, how heat and [...]

Lithops 101: Caring for Living Stones During Summer Dormancy

Lithops (living stones) go dormant in summer. Learn how much light and water they need, [...]

Growing Herbs From Seed: Basil, Parsley, Chives and More

A beginner's guide to growing popular kitchen herbs from seed — when to sow, how [...]

Hardening Off Seedlings Without Losing Them

A practical 7–10 day schedule for hardening off seedlings so they survive sun, wind and [...]

Cold Stratification Explained: Which Seeds Need a Winter Chill

What cold stratification is, which seeds need it, and two easy methods — the refrigerator [...]