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How to Make Super-Mini Bonsai

Published on January 13, 2020Last updated October 23, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Miniature bonsai plants.

Love bonsai gardening? How about super-mini bonsai just a few inches tall? Itโ€™s the charm of bonsai crossed with a love of miniature gardens. In the new book, Miniature Bonsai: The Complete Guide … [Read more...]

How To Plant a Pineapple Top (Tutorial With Pictures)

Published on January 12, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pulling the top off a pineapple fruit for propagation.

Yes, you can propagate a pineapple plant from the top of the fruit using a pineapple from the grocery store. This shows you how to prepare the fruit, take the right cutting, and root it in water for a … [Read more...]

7 Fruits & Veggies to Regrow: Kitchen Propagation Handbook

Published on August 21, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Kitchen Propagation Handbook cover

Want to grow houseplants from kitchen scraps? Learn how to grow avocado, mango, orange, lemon, lime, ginger, pineapple, tomato and more using seeds and cuttings. Itโ€™s an excellent way to get … [Read more...]

Do Houseplants Really Purify the Air? Spoiler Alert: No

Published on March 18, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collage showing two common houseplants.

Weโ€™ve been told for years that houseplants purify the air in our homes but this claim started with a misinterpreted NASA study. Yes, they make us happy but don't expect cleaner indoor air. Keep … [Read more...]

Orchid Care for Beginners (Tips From a Lifelong Grower)

Published on January 11, 2019Last updated November 2, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Small orchid growing in blue glass jar.

Learn how to grow orchids indoors with these expert tips from a lifelong grower. With the right growing conditions, orchids will reward you with beautiful, long-lasting flowers year after year. If … [Read more...]

Does Talking to Plants Really Help Them Grow?

Published on November 2, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Talking to a flower.

Does talking or singing to plants really help them grow? Lots of people do it, and some insist that it helps, but is there evidence to support this? Letโ€™s have a look. This is part of a new series … [Read more...]

Wilted Plants? You Could Be Overwatering

Published on October 31, 2018Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Houseplant wilted from overwatering

How do you know if youโ€™re overwatering your plants? Itโ€™s easy to focus on watering and forget too much can harm them. Hereโ€™s how to tell when to water or wait. For indoor plants and containers, … [Read more...]

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