Succulents are more known for their low maintenance than their showy petals, but this pretty succulent will benefit from some ...

Cacti are tolerant to drought and hard to kill, making them ideal for aspiring gardeners whose thumbs are more black than green. But for them to thrive, they require a special kind of soil. Cactus ...

Also, a succulent swap and bargain plants from a local school nursery. For naturally healthy plants and soil remember to add compost. Learn how to make your own rich compost for use as mulch or a soil ...

In this week's Ask the Gardener, we also tackle the thorny question of pruning hydrangeas. And if you've got a 'Live Forever' plant, we've got some tips to help that live up to its name. The ...

A well-draining soil mix is crucial for succulent propagation as it prevents waterlogging and root rot. A cactus soil and ...

If you're one of the many people who are into succulents, then you know that they are a great plant to have around. They're beautiful, they don't take up much space, and they're relatively easy to ...

Bear grass (aka Adam’s needle) is a native evergreen perennial that’s as tough as its name implies. Unrelated to grasses, bear grass is a diminutive yucca (Y. filamentosa) that grows about two feet ...