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    Design

    Growing Aloe Vera in Southern California

    Aloe vera (Aloe vera syn. Aloe barbadensis, Zones 10–11) is only one of many species in the Aloe genus. It is likely native to parts of North Africa where conditions…

  • Rabbits foot fern growing in a hanging basket inside
    Design

    Some Houseplant Successes This Winter

    This is Joe in northern Indiana. I’m a confident gardener outside, but I often struggle with houseplants. They are, however, a pretty essential aspect of getting through our long, cold,…

  • sun shining into sunroom full of plants
    Design

    Dede’s Sunroom Garden

    Today we’re in Brewster, New York, visiting Dede Lifgren’s beautiful sunroom. We’ve visited Dede's outdoor garden before (An Artist's Garden), but here is what is happening inside. Several years ago…

  • close up of yellow and pink orchid
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    Nicki’s Indoor Garden

    Today’s photos are from Nicki Snoblin in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Since there’s not much going on outside right now, I thought I’d share some indoor photos. To keep away the…

  • growing herbs inside
    How-To

    6 Tips to Successfully Grow Herbs Inside Year-Round

    If you want to enjoy regular flavor in your kitchen anytime and at a moment’s notice, you can grow herbs inside all year long. Here are a few tips for…

  • Maranta leuconera in a hanging planter with ornaments
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    Collecting Plants in Southern California

    Today we’re visiting with Nez, a plant lover who is building her own backyard botanical garden in Los Angeles. I think of this Monstera pinnatipartita as my “soul plant.” My…

  • close up of two different pink and white amaryllis
    Design

    Cherry’s Amaryllis

    Today Cherry Ong in British Columbia is sharing some of her amaryllis (Hippeastrum hybrids, Zones 8–10 or as houseplants) from last winter. This is perfect inspiration for buying some to…

  • propagating houseplant from cuttings
    How-To

    Learn 5 Ways to Propagate Houseplants Through Cuttings

    There’s nothing more satisfying to a gardener than growing more of the plants you love and doing it from scratch. Whether you’re growing new specimens from a houseplant you already…

  • centennial park conservatory
    Design

    GPOD on the Road: Centennial Park Conservatory

    Barry Severn is taking us along on a trip to Centennial Park Conservatory in Toronto. As you’ll see, these greenhouses are packed with all kinds of beautiful plants. I’m sure…

  • Petite Houseplants for Any Home
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    Petite Houseplants for Any Home

    Admitting you are addicted to collecting houseplants is the first step. The second step? Finding more space for new plants! Plants that stay small are the perfect solution for indoor…