by Delaney Lynch | Apr 3, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: The Gardener’s Dilemma: Cut or Keep? Stand in front of an overgrown shrub or a leggy houseplant, and you’ll feel it—the hesitation before the first cut. What if I remove too much? What if I ruin it? Most people think of pruning as taking something...
by Delaney Lynch | Mar 20, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: Smart Watering Tips for Healthy Houseplants One of the most important parts of indoor plant care is watering – and it’s also where many plant owners struggle. The key is simple: water when your plants need it, not on a fixed schedule. By checking soil...
by Delaney Lynch | Mar 13, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: How to Transplant Houseplants Easy Repotting Tips for Healthier Indoor Plants Most houseplants benefit from a new pot every one to two years, especially once they begin showing signs of stress. Common indicators it’s time to transplant include roots...
by Delaney Lynch | Feb 20, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: How to Propagate a Houseplant Easy Plant Propagation Tips for Growing New Plants at Home Learning how to propagate a houseplant is one of the most rewarding ways to grow your plant collection. With just a small cutting—or a division from a healthy...
by Delaney Lynch | Feb 6, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: How to Plant an Amaryllis Bulb Easy Amaryllis Care Tips for Stunning Indoor Blooms Planting an amaryllis bulb is simple—and incredibly rewarding. This popular indoor winter flower brings bold color and life to your home when you need it most. With the...
by Delaney Lynch | Nov 4, 2025 | Horticulture
Excerpted from a Substack Post by Christie Vilsack Read the full article on Christie’s Substack channel—subscribe below There’s a ghost in the Des Moines Botanical Garden, all year round, not just at Halloween. Once a week as volunteer Garden Host and...
