plantmorphology

Photo: Claire LowerFor some reason, I have a Moon Pie-branded tin that is absolutely stuffed with old wine corks I’ve collected over the years. I don’t know what I’m saving them for; all they do is remind me that I’ve spent a fair amount of money of mid-priced wine, yet I cannot let them go.…

Photo: Satyrenko (Shutterstock)Mother’s Day can be a particularly tough holiday for some people, for a variety of different reasons. But if your family does celebrate, and wants to spend at least part of the day at a large home improvement chain store, you could get some free flowers out of it. Here’s what to know.How…

Having a beautiful outdoor space is a spring and summer aspiration for many, but keeping up with all the weeding, watering, trimming, and mowing can be hard. Lots of gardeners enjoy working in their yards, but many people want the look without all the hassle. Luckily, there are plenty of plants you can successfully grow…

Growing your own food is supposed to be a hedge against inflation, but rising prices are in evidence at the garden center too. The price of vegetable and flower starts is up almost 40% at many spots I’ve visited across the country this spring. When six packs started going for over $7, I knew it…

Photo: Sarycheva Evgeniia (Shutterstock)Even with the best of planning, the weather doesn’t always cooperate with our gardening ambitions. With lots of unusually cold weather hitting parts of North America, protecting your plants can become a priority. There are some simple steps you can take to help your garden through a cold snap or a winter…

Photo: Luoxi (Shutterstock)Cacti and other succulents have been popular houseplants for years now—and given how easy they are to care for, that’s hardly surprising. The downside? They can also be pricey. But the good news is that if you have at least one succulent, there’s an easy way to propagate new plants, so you can…

Photo: Sergey Mikheev (Shutterstock)Looking to save money on holiday decorations this year? Along with reusing (or repurposing) pieces you have from previous years, you can freshen up your festive decor with a little help from nature. Here’s what to know.How to decorate for the holidays using pieces from natureFirst, a few ground rules. If you’re…

Photo: Wanderlust Media (Shutterstock)Some folks keep a few houseplants in their home just to have a splash of color or a bit of nature in their interior spaces. But houseplants can have a huge impact on the look and feel of your home, and incorporating them into your interior design is a great way to…

Photo: New Africa (Shutterstock)If you have fall allergies, the time is nearly upon us for sneezing and itching. (Depending on where you live, it may have already begun.) Here are some tips for how to deal with the pollen and manage your symptoms.Know what ragweed actually looks likeRagweed irritates our eyes and noses because of…