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All week, we’re revisiting the most popular stories of 2025, including this one from March. The humble hummingbird has always ...

Succulents are often labeled low maintenance, yet many popular varieties benefit from occasional pruning to stay healthy, balanced, and visually appealing.

You've been smart with your fuchsia plant. You didn't let this flowering perennial beauty die, because you brought it indoors for the freezin' season. Part of prepping this pollinator-magnet for ...

A Frigidaire upright freezer is currently on sale at Walmart for 50% off. The freezer offers 6.5 cubic feet of storage with a space-saving vertical design. Features include six wire shelves, a ...

Plant hardy fall bloomers like violas and asters to keep your garden blooming into cooler months. Choose blooming fuchsia for instant color that lasts through October or longer. These low-maintenance ...

It’s humbling to think how many of the different varieties of plants growing in our gardens, allotments, parks and public outdoor spaces are the legacy of previous generations. That much-loved variety ...

We reveal some top money-saving gardening tips below... SHOPPERS are flocking to stock their trolleys with bargain plants – and prices start from just 20p. A host of retailers are offering discounts ...

lively fuschia plant with bright pink and red blossoms - Wut_Moppie/Shutterstock The fuchsia plant (Fuchsia magellanica) is a long-lasting, vibrant flower with a low-maintenance growth habit. Pop ...

I have picked out a couple of hanging plants to grow from your suggestions. Now I’m bold enough to try some upright plants, if you will give me some suggestions. I commend your efforts. Indoor plants ...

Question: I have picked out a couple of hanging plants to grow from your suggestions. Now I’m bold enough to try some upright plants, if you will give me some suggestions. Answer: I commend your ...

Which upright exercise bikes are best? Cardiovascular workouts are essential for a healthy life, but running and similar activities can be hard on your joints. Cycling is pretty easy on your knees and ...