Cayla Leonard
Cayla Leonard is a writer from North Carolina who is passionate about plants. She enjoys reading and writing fiction and poetry of all kinds, playing dungeons and dragons, and putting together jigsaw puzzles.
Plant these stunning flowering shrubs for a showstopping garden display this spring
Flowering shrubs are a great way to add color to your garden. Here are our favorites.
Growing your own vanilla plant doesn’t need to be difficult: Here’s what you need to know
Here's everything you need to know about planting, caring for, and harvesting vanilla at home.
How to get rid of gnats without damaging your plant’s sensitive leaves
A gnat infestation can cause massive damage. Here's how to put an end to it and get rid of gnats in your plants.
What you need to know about growing hedges for privacy
Privacy is important. Here's how to grow hedges to protect yours.
Growing cocoa plants in the U.S. is difficult (but not impossible): What we know
Are you interested in growing a cacao tree for delicious homemade chocolate? Here's what you need to know
The best little flowers to grow when you’re low on space – plant these this spring
No space? No problem! Grow these little flowers in your small garden.
3 incredible reasons why you should be using coffee grounds in your garden
Find out how coffee grounds benefit your garden and why you should start using them in your soil.
Create a cardinal bird sanctuary in your garden: Grow these plants
Cardinal birds love these plants. Add them to your garden to attract them.
How to assemble the best Valentine’s bouquet at home
This Valentine's Day, show your loved ones how much you care by making your own flower bouquet.
The truth about holly leaves – interesting facts you might not know
We've got three interesting facts about holly leaves for you to share with your friends.
Could electrogardening be the way of the future?
If you've heard of electrogardening or electroculture but aren't sure where to start, we have answers.
Add these plants to your garden to provide winter food for your local birds
Add these plants to your yard or garden to attract birds throughout winter.
These plants should be among the first you plant this year
You don't have to wait for spring to start gardening! Here are plants you can start now.
Tired of pesky weeds ruining your garden? Plant living mulch instead!
Weeding by hand can be exhausting. Why not grow living mulch instead?
Start off the year right: How to prepare your garden for the new growing season
You don't have to wait until spring to start preparing your garden. Here's what you need to do to get ready for the new growing season.
How to grow radishes for a bountiful and nutritious harvest
Here is a complete guide to planting and growing your own radishes for a delicious garden harvest.
A complete guide to winter gardening with row covers
Gardening with row covers is a great way to extend your gardening season during the wintertime. Here's how to use them.
A simple guide to growing and harvesting your own zucchini
A guide to growing zucchini at home for a delicious harvest.
How to plant, grow, and care for artichokes, our favorite fleshy green veggies
Artichokes are delicious and nutritious. Here's how to grow your own.
Are your ZZ plant leaves turning yellow? Here’s how to fix it
Has your ZZ plant started turning yellow? Here's what you need to know.
Make sure your spider plant thrives – starting with the soil
Not sure where to start when it comes to making a soil blend for a spider plant? Here's what you need to know.
Plant of the week: Hoya kerrii, the heart succulent
Plant a heart succulent for a cute addition to your home or garden and learn how to care for it.
How to properly store and preserve your harvest vegetables in cold storage
A guide to properly storing and preserving your harvest vegetables in cold storage.
Are these common houseplants safe for your cat? Read this guide to find out the scoop
Do you need to know which common houseplants you can keep around your cat? We have answers.
No space? No problem! Here’s how to create an indoor herb garden in a small space
Are your meals lacking the flavor you crave, but you think you don't have enough space for an indoor herb garden? We've got tips that just might help!
Plant of the week: Dracaena sanderiana – tips for growing the lucky bamboo
Lucky bamboo is a charming, easy-to-care-for plant. Here's how to grow your own.
These are the most popular indoor plants of 2023 – add one or all to your collection
Want to know which plants will be popular in 2023? Here's what we know.
Is your jade plant not blooming? Try this!
Longing to see your jade plant's beautiful flowers? Here's what you can do to help it along.
Have you ever wondered if potatoes are fruits or vegetables? We have answers
Are potatoes fruits or vegetables? Here's what you need to know about this delicious and hearty harvest.
How to cure and store squash for the winter
Don't let your fall squash harvest go to waste! Here's how to cure and store squash for the winter so you can have all the tasty winter soup you want.
Trying to beat the cold? Here are our favorite frost-resistant plants for any climate
When the weather gets chilly, you might wonder if you can grow anything that won't wilt. We have the tips you need to keep your plants alive through the frost.
Everything you need to know about growing healthy ferns indoors
Ferns can add a touch of green to any shady corner. Make sure your ferns are at their healthiest by following these tips.
How to grow potatoes this winter for a delicious harvest
Potatoes are surprisingly easy to grow over winter. Here's what you need to know for a successful and delicious harvest.
Here’s how often you should be fertilizing your indoor plants
Here's how often you should fertilize your indoor plants and how to set up a schedule.
A complete guide to growing delicious Brussels sprouts in the winter
Brussels sprouts are the perfect savory side. Here's how to grow them this winter.