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Both the Thanksgiving and Christmas cactus are species of Schlumbergera, a leaf cactus. The leaves are segments of the plant stem called pads. These plants are very different from what gardeners think ...

These fruit trees are simple to grow on a deck, patio, balcony, or in a sunny spot in a greenhouse, conservatory, or porch ...

“There’s so much history in just this small town, but there’s also a large market in the area, cute restaurants with live music, and unique tours in old dungeons and through gardens that are really ...