Plant Care

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What is Cactus Corking?

The term “cactus corking” might initially evoke an image of the latest TikTok challenge. However, in botanical terms, cactus corking refers...
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How to Propagate A Barrel Cactus

Propagate a barrel cactus and enjoy the desert's beauty with this easy-to-follow guide! The golden barrel cactus (Kroenleinia grusonii) is beautiful...
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How to Propagate a Bunny Ear Cactus

The bunny ear cactus (Opuntia microdasys) is incredibly easy to grow and just as easy to propagate. (Fig 1) To propagate...
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How to Care for an Indoor Cactus

How to Care for an Indoor Cactus

Caring for an indoor cactus involves very little effort. Learning how to care for an indoor cactus involves providing enough light...
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How to Cure Olives, Using Salt

If you're reading this, you love olives. Olives, the fruit of the gods, are incredibly easy to cure with salt, albeit...
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How to Protect Plants in a Heatwave - Expert Tips for Combatting Extreme Heat

As temperatures rise due to climate change, learning how to protect plants in a heatwave is essential. Protecting your investment and...
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How to Easily Propagate Prickly Pear Cactus

How to Easily Propagate Prickly Pear Cactus

All that's necessary to propagate prickly pear cactus is a donor plant. The prickly pear cactus (Opuntia) is beautiful and incredibly...
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The Best Time of Year to Add New Plants in Phoenix, Arizona

If you're new to the desert environment or an inexperienced gardener, knowing the best time of year to add new plants...
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The Best Place to Buy Outdoor Desert Plants

Where is the best place to buy outdoor desert plants? That depends on your budget, proximity to your home, and the...
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