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Paige Foley

Paige was born in South Dakota, where she worked at a local greenhouse owned by her family. Growing up, she spent her free time helping in the greenhouse and learning about plants. She attended South Dakota State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Agronomy. She's spent the last 7 years working in the various parts of the agriculture industry.

Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Paddle Plants

Thinking of adding a new succulent to y our garden? Why not give the paddle plant a try? Kalanchoe Thyrsiflora is an easy to care for plant if grown in the proper conditions. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley walks through everything you need to know about paddle plants, includding their maintenance and care.

Houseplants

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Watermelon Peperomia

Are you looking for a new low-maintenance houseplant to add to your indoor plant collection? The Watermelon Peperomia might be the perfect plant for you! This popular variety of peperomia has beautiful variagation and performs quite well in a variety of different indoor growing locations. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley shares everything you need to know about this popular indoor plant, including its maintenance and care needs.

Succulents

18 Cold Hardy Succulents For Cool Climates

Looking to add some succulents to your garden, but aren't sure which plants will tolerate cooler weather? There are a number of different cold-hardy succulents that can handle cooler temperatures. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley shares her favorite succulents that will thrive in colder hardiness zones.

Houseplants properly cared for growing indoors

Houseplants

11 Houseplant Care Tips For Beginners

We all start somewhere when it comes to gardening. Many expert outdoor gardeners struggle to keep indoor plants alive. Not all indoor plants are low-maintenance, and some need to be grown in certain indoor locations. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley shares her top tips to help all beginning indoor gardeners.

Indoor Aloe Vera plant waiting for fertilizer

Succulents

Should You Fertilize Potted Indoor Aloe Vera Plants?

Not sure if you should fertilize indoor aloe vera plants or if it's something you should skip from your plant care routine? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley examines if fertilizing your indoor aloe vera is ever considered a good idea, or if it's something that you can ignore.

Purple petunias growing in a container during the spring

Flowers

9 Tips That Will Keep Your Petunias Blooming All Season

Trying to get the most out of your petunia blooms this season? Petunias can last quite a while if you care for them properly, and it's not uncommon to see them bloom all summer long. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley shares her top tips for longer lasting petunia blooms this season.

Purple and pink petuinas grown from seed in a red plastic pot.

Flowers

How to Grow Petunias from Seed in 7 Simple Steps

Are you trying to grow petunias from seed this season but aren't sure where to start? Whether seeds are started indoors, or winter sown outdoors, these tender perennials are fast-growing and low maintenance. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley share how to grow petunias from seed in a few simple steps.

Desert Rose cactus growing in container with pink blooms

Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Desert Rose Plants

Thinking of adding a desert rose to your garden, but aren't sure where to start? This flowering cacti is quite beautiful, and well known for its stunning pink blooms. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley takes you through all you need to know about Adenium Obesum and their care.

Flowering Jade Plant blooming after growing outdoors

Succulents

Will Jade Plants Flower When Grown Indoors?

Do you have a Jade Plant grown indoors that just won't seem to flower? Can these popular succulents flower at all when grown inside as houseplants? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at what you can expect from your Indoor Jade Plant and their blooming schedule.

Houseleek plant not growing due to plant problem

Problems

10 Common Problems With Hens and Chicks Plants

Like all succulents, hens and chicks plants can run into some common plant problems as they grow. Many of their issues however, can be remedied if they are promptly addressed. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common problems with these popular succulents, and what to do about them.

Aloe vera plant blooming indoors on a windowsill

Succulents

Does Aloe Vera Flower When Grown Indoors?

Trying to figure out if your Aloe Vera plant will flower indoors? Or perhaps you are trying to figure out if you can force your Aloe plant to bloom as a houseplant? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the bloom habits of Aloe, and if they can bloom indoors or not.

petunia companions

Flowers

21 Companion Plants to Grow With Petunias This Season

Are you looking for some companion plants to grow alongside your garden petunias this season? There are many different petunia companions to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at her favirote plants to pair with petunias.

Smelly Aloe Vera plant has been pulled from the pot and rests on cardboard

Problems

7 Reasons Your Indoor Aloe Vera Smells Terrible

Does your indoor Aloe Vera smell awful? There are a number of different reasons this can happen, and many of them are able to be corrected if addressed early. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley examines why your indoor Aloe plant may start to smell, and how to fix the problem once it arises.

Yellowing Christmas Cactus Sitting in pot on table

Problems

11 Reasons Your Christmas Cactus is Turning Yellow

Is your Christmas Cactus turning yellow? There are a few different reasons this can happen, and the good news is that most of them are reversible. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common reasons that your Christmas Cactus has yellowing leaves, and how to fix it.

Hens and chicks plants in full bloom in garden

Succulents

Do Hens and Chicks Plants Die After They Flower?

Did your hens and chicks plant start flowering, and now you aren't sure what will happen to your plant? While their blooms are beautiful, many gardeners do what they can to restrict their blooms. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the life cycle of these popular succulents, and what to expect from them once they start to flower.

Red holiday plant poinsettia sitting in pot on bench

Plants

13 Popular Holiday Plants For Festive Gardens

Are you looking for some plants to spruce up your holiday decor? There are of plenty of beautiful plants that will fit that criteria, no matter where you plant to grow them. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at her favorite plants for a festive holiday season!