Water And Sun
Founder & Editor
I’ve been obsessed with plants since I was a kid, sneaking seeds from my mom’s garden to grow in old tin cans by the back porch. There’s something about watching something small turn into something alive that never gets old.
This site is where I share the lessons I’ve learned—from the triumphs (that first tomato!) to the disasters (the time the squash vines took over the whole yard). I aim to make gardening approachable, whether you’re a beginner with a windowsill or a veteran with a full plot.
More from Marguerite Gilmore
Advice10 articles
Aphids6 articles
Blooming8 articles
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Container Gardens4 articles
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Flowers76 articles
How To6 articles
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Lawn2 articles
Light Requirements7 articles
Neem Oil1 article
Orchid Care42 articles
Pests8 articles
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Size1 article
Tools4 articles
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💥 Quick Answer Deciding whether a coleus plant is annual or perennial depends on your climate: it thrives as a perennial in warm, tropical regions but behaves like an annual in colder areas where frost kills its…
💥 Quick Answer Yes, thyme is a perennial herb that thrives year after year by relying on its hardy root system to regrow after winter dieback. While most varieties handle cold climates well, some may require winter…
💥 Quick Answer Begonias are perennial flowers in warm climates (USDA Zones 10-12) but die back in cold weather, requiring replanting each year in colder regions. Some varieties, like tuberous begonias, survive winter…
💥 Quick Answer Coleus plants are not true perennials in cold climates, dying back to the ground in frost but often regrowing from roots if protected or overwintered indoors. In warmer zones (9-11), they thrive…
💥 Quick Answer Daffodils are perennials that return year after year with vibrant spring blooms thanks to their resilient underground bulbs, which store nutrients and energy for regrowth—making them low-maintenance…
💥 Quick Answer Hollyhocks are perennials in USDA zones 3-8, but their lifespan often mimics biennials or short-lived perennials because fungal diseases like rust attack stems and weaken cold hardiness over time…
