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Calathea Beauty Star Care and Growing Guide

Calathea Gardening Guides How To Grow Plants
/ By Mabel Vasquez

Beauty Star is a gorgeous calathea with a bright pointed leaf that has retained its title within the genus Calathea despite many of its more iconic brothers and sisters being reclassified as Goeppertia. This true calathea is really easy to grow, and resilient to a lot of the common problems found in other calathea species.In […]

Pet Friendly Plants for Your Garden

Extra Gardening Tips
/ By Ann Katelyn

Are you looking for pet friendly plants to grow in your garden? Believe it or not, it’s nice to have a garden that you can call your own. In fact, it’s a great place for your pet to roam about.However, it’s still important to make sure that your pet can roam around safely in your garden. […]

Philodendron Xanadu | How to Grow and Care Guide

Gardening Guides How To Grow Plants
/ By Mabel Vasquez

Philodendrons are the unofficial kings of the houseplant world. They come in so many shapes, sizes, and even colors. There are vining varieties like a Philodendron Brasil, large tree varieties like Philodendron Selloum, and colorful varieties like Pink Splash Philodendron. They are low maintenance, easy to care for houseplants that all plant lovers are drawn to. […]

10 Best Design Tips for Your Courtyard Garden

It’s hard to resist the idea of a partly enclosed private space with elegant plants and an eye-catching water fountain. Right? Well, if your garden looks unkempt, dark, damp, and uninviting, it’s time to make some changes. And we’re here to help you.Converting your courtyard garden into a functional outdoor space requires extra creativity and […]

Cat Palms Care – Everything You Need to Know

Cat Palms (Chamaedorea cataractarum) are a beautiful addition to any home! A tropical plant with lush, green foliage, this palm will do well in any bright, sunny spot.To ensure your plant thrives, we’ve written a complete guide to Cat Palms care, including tips on how often to water a Cat Palm, and using the right Cat […]

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes – Best Tips, Zappers and Traps

14 Best Mosquito Killers, Traps, and Repellents for 2025

Mosquitos aren’t just irritating, they’re dangerous. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for encouraging wildlife in the garden, insects included, but mosquitoes spread viruses and parasites (West Nile virus being the most common in the US).In this article, we’re going to talk through the best mosquito killers and the best mosquito repellents, and dispel some […]