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Do you prefer your peppers milder instead of fiery? If so, this could be the perfect solution – here’s how to grow shishito peppers

Get large harvests of small, slender, green shishito peppers from each plant

Homes & Gardens · May 9, 2025

How to plant hosta seeds – for lush green leaves in shaded pots and borders

Experts share their top tips on growing these fabulous foliage plants from seed

Homes & Gardens · Apr 10, 2025

How to grow a jujube tree – this stunning exotic fruit is more low-maintenance than you'd think

Planting and care tips from fruit tree experts to have healthy and productive jujube trees

Homes & Gardens · Apr 3, 2025

What to do with a butterfly bush in the winter – experts share tips for these stunning shrubs

Buddleia can benefit from a bit of extra care when temperatures drop – here's how to keep them protected, according to plant-care pros

Homes & Gardens · Dec 29, 2024

How to grow and care for a crested cactus – experts share insights for these curious plants

From watering tips to advice on repotting, this essential advice will keep your crested cactus happy

Homes & Gardens · Dec 29, 2024

How to take artichoke cuttings – a simple method for growing more vegetable plants for free

Plant-care professionals share their advice for this budget-friendly task

Homes & Gardens · Dec 27, 2024

When and how to prune a firecracker plant for compact, healthy shrubs with prolific flowers

The dramatic plant can be kept vibrant and bushy with regular trimming

Homes & Gardens · Dec 16, 2024

When to prune honeysuckle – experts share timing tips, plus advice on how to do it

Pruning honeysuckle keeps it neat, healthy, and flowering well – but the best time to do it depends on the type, as plant-care professionals explain

Homes & Gardens · Dec 7, 2024

Best mulch for roses – 4 natural options for flourishing plants

From bark chippings to homemade compost, these biodegradable mulches will help your roses to thrive

Homes & Gardens · Nov 29, 2024

We've just found the best natural pest control for your yard – meet the Coleus canina plant

Also known as the 'scaredy cat plant', this strong-smelling perennial is known to repel cats, rabbits, and other animals

Homes & Gardens · Nov 13, 2024