Plants & Growing

Discover 10 aphrodisiac plants you can actually grow at home — the history, the honest science, and how to cultivate your own secret garden of desire.

Full sun doesn't have to mean scorched petals. These 45 full-sun flowers, from marigolds to panicle hydrangeas, thrive in heat and keep blooming all summer.

Discover the best full sun plants: heat-tolerant perennials, annuals, shrubs, and container picks that survive hot afternoons and support pollinators.

No plant is 100% deer proof. Discover 25 deer-resistant plants rated by Rutgers research, plus design strategies, shade picks, and native pollinator-friendly options.

Discover 25 shade-loving plants for deep, partial, and dry shade. Expert tips on hostas, ferns, astilbe, and more for a thriving low-light garden.

Discover 45+ full sun flowers that thrive in direct sunlight, including perennials, annuals, and container plants. Expert care tips for heat and drought.

French marigolds and tomatoes can be good neighbors in the vegetable garden - here is what I have learned about how to make the combination work, and what not to expect.

Discover the science-backed best companion plants for tomatoes – from basil and marigolds to trap crops – plus 5 plants to avoid. Includes container tips and layouts.

Discover the 11 best companion plants for cucumbers that repel pests, fix nitrogen, and boost yield. Includes a printable checklist, spacing guide, and plants to avoid.

Discover how strategic companion planting can slash pest damage, boost yields, and create a self-sustaining garden. Science-backed pairings, myth-busting, and a step-by-step plan.