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The most comprehensive place for all things plants. Written with the love of plants in mind, our team covers planty topics that we are ridiculously passionate about as we obsess with your succes!
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Easiest Houseplants to Grow
Posted by Megan Nichols on Oct 5th 2019
Growing plants indoors is highly rewarding. But, as any plant parent knows, some are easier to grow than others. Whether you’re a new or experienced plant parent, it’s always worth knowing which pl...
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Pumpkins and Squash and Gourds, Oh My!
Posted by Megan Nichols on Sep 28th 2019
Pumpkin spice season wouldn’t even exist without the delicious, sweet cucurbits that grow throughout summer and are just hitting their prime right now. This produce is perfect for hearty soups and o...
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Top 7 Plants for Dorm Rooms, Apartments, and Classrooms
Posted by Megan Nichols on Sep 7th 2019
It’s time for all things back-to-school! The change in seasons brings cooler weather and a greater focus on our indoor spaces as we find ourselves inside more and more. Though we still have time to en...
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Gardening in Fall
Posted by Megan Nichols on Sep 6th 2019
They’re here! The sunny (but not sweltering) days and cool (but not freezing) nights that we love so much have finally arrived. This is THE BEST gardening weather! So, is it still OK to plant? Sure...
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The Basics of Potting Soil
Posted by Megan Nichols on Aug 22nd 2019
When it’s time to repot an indoor plant, often the easiest decision is which new container to pot it in while the most difficult can be which soil to choose. Any basic potting mix will be OK for mos...
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New Plant Parent Primer
Posted by Megan Nichols on Aug 10th 2019
How to successfully do this houseplant thing that’s all over Instagram Settle Down, Start Simple You’ve seen their posts, the plant parents who make it look so easy. They are surrounded by be...
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The Best Zucchini Recipes
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Aug 5th 2019
Casey, commonly refereed to as Auntie Cakie (like cake with a -y) or Auntie Grandma is as Julia Child once said, "...the butter to my bread, and the breath to my life." She is the adventure queen,...
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A Remedy for Japanese Beetles
Posted by Val Thies on Jul 25th 2019
The Japanese beetle is an unwanted garden pest causing massive damage to our beloved plants in its adult form and our lawns in its larval/grub form. The Japanese beetle is not native to Minnesota and...
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Plant styling and staging
Posted by Jessie Jacobson on Jul 20th 2019
Plants are an essential part of your home décor. They add life, freshness, layers, structure, and elegance. And in case you haven’t heard, plants are good for you. Plants freshen the air we breathe, s...
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