Latest articles by Jacky Parker
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How to propagate mistletoe cactus
Doubling this unique plant is easier than you might think, and here's how you can do it
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What to do with Amaryllis after it blooms–5 steps you should take
Treat your amaryllis bulbs right once the blooms die, and you needn't start over, they will blossom year after year with these expert tips
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Mistletoe and Magic — This Delightful Winter Plant Can Be Grown Close to Home, Here's How
Cultivating this wild plant is easy with this expert-led advice
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Why is my Jade plant drooping? 7 common causes and solutions for a sickly Crassula
It's time to follow this simple expert advice to help your sickly succulent come back to health
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How Often Should I Fertilize My Snake Plant? Avoid Over-Fertilizing by Following These Rules
This low-maintenance houseplant needs some love...just not too much, so be sure to follow its care needs properly
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The DIY Recipe for Orchid Potting Mix Everyone Who Owns One of These "Difficult" Plants Should Know
Ensure your orchid has the growing medium it needs with this simple-to-make potting mix
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10 Clever Patio Lighting Ideas — Because a Pitch-Black Yard All Winter Is Depressing
Introduce a cozy glow to your exterior on dark evenings with these expert-approved ideas to improve your landscaping
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Cold Nights and Cozy Drinks With a View — 8 Ways to Make Your Patio Look Expensive From Indoors
Improve your home's outlook with these clever ideas from designers
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Did You Know That You Should Also Winterize Your Pool? Here Are the 9 Tasks You'll Need to Do
Here's how you can protect your pool and prevent damage before freezing temperatures arrive
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How to Make Dying Succulents Thrive Again — 7 Expert Ways to Rescue Your Plants
Whether they're overwatered, under-watered or otherwise unwell, succulents can recover with these simple steps
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Why is My Christmas Cactus Not Blooming? 4 Reasons Stopping This Winter Beauty From Flowering
If your joyful houseplant is struggling, there may be a few reasons, and here's what you should know
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5 Ways to Winterize a Lawn — How to Protect Your Yard From the Cold, Winter Frost
As the seasons change, so do our gardening tasks. It's time to tend to your lawn following these expert tips for a heavenly season next year
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How Often Should I Water an Aloe Plant? Secrets to a Healthy Succulent
Help this medicinal marvel thrive with these easy watering techniques by the experts
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Should You Use Hard or Soft Water on Plants? Here's What You Need to Know About Watering
Experts offer simple solutions if your plants are suffering from a mineral overload
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How to Water Orchids Correctly — Do This if You Want Beautiful, Healthy Blooms
Follow these expert tips and tricks to save your delicate flowering blooms from wilting away
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How Much Drainage Do Indoor Plants Need? Here is Your Ultimate Guide to Houseplants and Their Needs
We've spoken to the expert to gather the dos and don'ts of plant drainage and how it can impact your leafy greens
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How to Fix Overwatered Plants — 5 Tips You Need to Follow for Rescuing Your Wilting Leafy Greens
Yellowing leaves and soggy soil needn't be a problem anymore, as there is always a solution, according to the experts
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5 Things You Need to Know to Avoid Overwatering Your Houseplants
Too much water can damage your beloved plants, so here's what you need to do to stop that from happening
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10 Indoor Climbing Plants That Will Take Your Blooms to New Heights — And Make Your Home Look Lush
These vines will add visual interest to your indoor garden and enhance the way your space looks and feels
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What You Need to Know About Watering Houseplants — The Rules for a Healthy Indoor Garden
Here is some expert advice on how to water houseplants (properly) and stop them from withering away
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How Often Should You Water Houseplants? Expert Advice on What to Do to Keep Plants Healthy
How often should you water houseplants? Here's a quick guide to different plants' watering needs and upkeep tips from the pros
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What is the Best Wood for Outdoor Furniture? This is the Type to Buy, Whatever Your Budget
Wooden outdoor furniture is an investment — but which is the best for durability meets good looks?
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How to Clean Teak Outdoor Furniture — Ahead of Storing It Away for Fall
Ensure your expensive teak furniture is in its best shape before it goes into storage or under-cover
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How to Restore Weathered Teak Outdoor Furniture — Tricks to Keep It Looking Better for Longer
Bring weather-beaten furniture back to glory with this expert advice–plus what not to do
