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These Houseplants Love North-Facing Windows (11 photos)

June 13, 2017 Marianne Lipanovich 0
North-facing windows can be a challenge when it comes to growing houseplants. Fortunately, some longtime favorites, and one up-and-comer, are happy with less-than-bright sunlight. They also generally have a tough nature and are easy to care for, especially if you’re new to houseplant care.
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How to Get More Plants for Free (27 photos)

May 21, 2017 Marianne Lipanovich 0
It’s amazing how quickly buying a few plants can add up to a fairly big monetary outlay. Fortunately, there are time- and gardener-honored ways of getting plants for little or no cost. You can get offsprings of your (or your friends’) plants for free, whether it’s by gathering seeds, getting divisions…

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How to Grow a Happy Ficus (5 photos)

May 11, 2017 Marianne Lipanovich 0
There’s a reason that ficus, or weeping fig (Ficus benjamina) is one of the most common houseplants around. When it has settled into place, and you’ve figured out what it wants, it’s a fairly low-maintenance yet stunning houseplant. It’ll thrive for years, given the right conditions.
But…