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If your flower beds need a little something extra to fill them in, check out these ground covers that can make great ...

You can’t beat bulbs for maximum charm and minimum effort, and there are some floral superstars that are virtually non-fail ...

New “slow flower” farms grow beautiful blooms—without health-harming chemicals used by overseas operations that dominate the ...

Garden beds, borders, containers, and sunny areas where tall plants are desired Hardiness Zones: 6-10 3. Caladium (Caladium x ...

Philodendron remains an excellent house plant as it is air purifying. A winner in 2025, check out the "Orange you Gorgeous" climbing philodendron that is grown for interesting foliage.

We’ll update again in the spring with more info on additional testing. January 2025 Like love itself, flowers are precious and unique. And that is exactly why it’s so tricky to get both right.

Or, if you're looking for a gift that's a little more outside the box, consider this LEGO set: a Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet that reqauires no watering to keep it fresh – just the time to put it ...

The branches are covered with deep pink or red blooms long before the foliage appears. Gorgeous heart-shaped leaves add additional interest to this lovely tree, which works well as a small shade tree ...