Smelly but Effective

During my recent music room makeover, I found myself looking for ways to incorporate some extra seating. My sights settled on an old cedar-lined storage chest, which was the right height for seating but didn't present the most inviting surface. I considered simply upholstering it, but one day while listening to The White Stripes' song «The Hardest Button to Button,» I thought, why just wrap the lid in fabric when I could do something WAY more complicated? Wouldn't that be FUN?? And so, the plan for the diamond-tufted storage ottoman was born.

There are some 160,000 unique moth species, and many have colorful characteristics that rival those of their close relative, the butterfly.

Are you wondering – Should I Cut My Butterfly Bush to the Ground? Confused whether giving it a drastic makeover by cutting it all the way down would be a good idea or not? Well, time to find out!

Coming in a wide variety of shapes and colors, calathea is a great plant to add a dash of color to any part of the room. Here are some Fussy But Fabulous Calatheas You Need To See!

Even the most insect-wary gardeners have a special place in their hearts for butterflies. They bring a touch of whimsy and serendipity to our yards, flitting along like fairies and pollinating flowers. Unfortunately, after decades of habitat loss and the decline in biodiversity across the United States, gardening for butterflies has taken on a dire tone. The good news is that gardeners like us can help save them. It all starts with feeding their caterpillars, and for that you need butterfly host plants.

By Stacey Kelleher

As a gardener, you must have seen elephant ears plants, known for their mammoth leaves. You will be surprised to know tha there are specimens that look almost the same! This article will take you through various Plants that Look like Elephant Ears But are Not.

Japanese beetles are invasive little creatures with an insane appetite. If you’re a gardener, you are bound to encounter them sooner or later. A simple way to prevent them from attacking your flower and vegetable garden is to sprinkle a baby powder on the plant leaves. This will repel the offenders and keep them off for some time or at least till the next downpour. Learn more here!

From living stones to cascading vines, here are some beatiful Plants That Are Succulent but You Never Knew! Explore a hidden realm of unique textures, shapes, and colors that will transform your perception of these remarkable plants.

You gotta love a plant that makes you do a double-take. One that really makes you pull your shades down for a second, unobstructed eyeful. Take the buttonbush, for example.At first glance, your gaze may pass over a buttonbush’s ro

The Strawberry Tree, also known as Arbutus unedo, is a small evergreen tree or shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. This tree is widely grown for its ornamental value and its edible fruit. If you fancy having it in your garden, then here are all the details!

If you want something unique and beautiful in your home, you may consider adding Plants that Look like Monstera but are Not! Follow our post to learn about these incredible alternatives.