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Rebecca Wolken
Rebecca Wolken

Rebecca's has written for Bob Villa and a Cincinnati based remodeling company. When she's not writing about home remodeling, gardening, or pets she is busy being a mother and wife, reading endless amounts of books, and tending to her garden and backyard ducks.

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Tired of roses? Here are 13 flowers to give instead on Valentine’s Day instead

Not a fan of roses? We have 13 flowers you can give instead this Valentine's Day.
Greenhouse in backyard

A beginners guide on what to grow in your greenhouse for a thriving garden

Not sure where to start with your greenhouse garden? Here's everything you need to know about what to grow in a greenhouse.
Lipstick plant

Plant of the week: Aeschynanthus ‘Rasta’ – aka the curly lipstick plant

This week's plant of the week is the unique-looking curly lipstick plant. Find out how to care for the Aeschynanthus.
hanging Scindapsus pictus

Plant of the week: Scindapsus pictus, also known as the silver satin

Learn how to care for the "silver satin" plant, from watering and light needs to how to keep it from getting leggy.
Group of mini cacti

A mini cactus can be an adorable addition to any garden – here’s how to care for it

Here is a comprehensive guide to caring for miniature cacti to make sure yours stay healthy and happy.
Pilea perperomioides

Plant of the week: Pilea peperomioides, aka the ‘UFO plant’

Our plant of the week is the Pilea peperomioides, also known as the UFO plant. Here's everything you need to know about growing this unique beauty.
Climbing pothos

Not sure when and why you should be using plant poles? Here are some tips

Vining plants like monstera, pothos, and philodendrons love to climb. Use this guide to set yours up with a moss pole to help them reach for the sky.
A pothos as a wall vine

Want to make your pothos plant’s vines thicker? Follow this guide

Has your pothos gotten a bit leggy? Try this easy guide to make the vines thicker, the leaves larger, and the plant even more attractive.
Peperomia caperata

Plant of the week: Peperomia caperata – learn how to care for the emerald ripple peperomia

Learn how to take care of the Peperomia caperata, also known as the emerald ripple peperomia
Fiddle-leaf fig on a windowsill

A guide to caring for the fiddle-leaf fig, everyone’s favorite dramatic plant

Here's everything you need to know about caring for the dramatic fiddle-leaf fig.
Ornament on a Christmas tree

What to do with an old Christmas tree: 6 ways to recycle your tree after the holidays

Here are six easy ways to recycle your old Christmas tree so that it doesn't go to waste after the holidays end.
woman outside with plants

A complete guide to caring for your Christmas fern, an attractive ground cover

Here's everything you need to know about caring for a Christmas fern this holiday season.
Christmas tree by the fireplace

How long do Christmas trees last? Here are our tips on keeping them fresh for a long time

Here are tips for keeping your Christmas tree fresh so it doesn't die before you unwrap your presents for the holidays.
Three little fake Christmas trees

Real vs. fake Christmas trees: Which is friendlier to the environment?

If you've ever wondered if real or fake Christmas trees are better for the environment, we have your answers.
Decorating a Christmas tree

The 6 best types of Christmas trees to fill your home with holiday cheer

Here are six Christmas tree varieties to look out for when Christmas tree shopping this holiday season.
Thanksgiving cactus in bloom

The Thanksgiving cactus is a beautiful, low-maintenance holiday staple – Here’s your guide to caring for it

Add a festive houseplant to your collection this holiday season with the Thanksgiving cactus. And learn how to keep it healthy and happy.
Seed starting in cups

Gardening 101: 7 easy seeds to grow in cups for a tiny, adorable, and low-maintenance indoor garden

Whether you want some indoor greenery or you're just short on space, try growing these seeds in cups. Not only will they thrive, but they'll look adorable, too!
A person holding a bowl of air plants

6 air plants that make for the perfect air-purifying indoor plants

These six air plants will make beautiful additions to your indoor garden and will help purify the air in your home.
plants growing in greenhouse

How to protect your plants and keep them warm in the greenhouse for winter

Keep your greenhouse plants safe this winter with some easily sourced materials and a bit of elbow grease. Here's how to protect your plants from the cold.
woman caring for plants

Plant of the week: Darwin’s orchid, a beautiful flower with star-shaped blooms

This week's featured plant is Darwin's orchid, a beautiful flower with star-shaped blooms
Thanksgiving cactus in bloom

Thanksgiving vs. Christmas cactus: How they’re different

Everything you've ever wanted to know about the difference between the Thanksgiving cactus and the Christmas cactus.
Girl in cactus shop

A complete care guide for keeping your rare spiral cactus happy

Keep your spiral cactus happy by following this guide.
Blooming kalanchoe plants

Kalanchoe care indoors: How to keep your kalanchoe plant’s blooms full and colorful

Follow these easy-care tips to keep your kalanchoe's flowers at their biggest and brightest. Here's what you need to know about this lovely succulent.
Binge Netflix garden shows

These are the 10 best gardening shows to stream right now

Get inspired and get outdoors next garden season with these great gardening shows ready for you to binge, available on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV.
English ivy up close

Which plants absorb the most carbon dioxide? Here are 4 air-cleaning plants to add to your home

If you want to clean up the air in your home, here are four carbon dioxide-absorbing plants to consider buying.
Farmers market

What’s in season at the farmers market this November

Shop smart at the farmers market by knowing what produce is in season this November. Here's a list of some of the beauties you'll find.
Jack-o'-lanterns

7 ways to reuse your Halloween pumpkin so it doesn’t go to waste

Don't let your Halloween pumpkins go to waste! From cooking to composting, here are some ideas on how to reuse them.
Ginger

Grow ginger from a store-bought root in 6 easy steps

These simple steps will have you growing ginger at home in no time.
Squash fall harvest

What to do with all the winter squash from your fall harvest

Here's what to do with all the squash you're harvesting this fall
Pears on a pear tree

What to do with all the pears you’ll be harvesting this fall

Here's what to do with all the pears you're harvesting this fall.
Vines growing on a house

How to train climbing vines to climb up a trellis or along a wall

Pothos, climbing roses, and cucumbers are just a few plants that love to climb. Here's a guide to helping them reach for the sky.
Farmers market

What’s in season at the farmers market this fall

At the farmers market this autumn? Shop smart at the farmers market by knowing what produce is in season.
Volunteer with box, of food for the poor

These food waste apps will help you save money – and the planet

Want to save money, avoid food waste, help protect the environment, and help get food to people in need? You can do all that with these food waste apps.
Apple harvest

Have an abundant fall apple harvest? Here’s what to do with a bunch of apples

If you have an abundance of apples, here's what to do with all the fresh fruits you're harvesting this fall.
Retaining wall with plants

How to repair a retaining wall without overspending

Repair the retaining walls in your garden without going over budget with this how-to guide.