Viveka Neveln

Virginia

Garden Editor at Better Homes and Gardens

garden communicator, plant geek, tree hugger, trowel-wielder, solution seeker. Assoc. Dir of Comm/Assoc. Editor for American Horticultural Soc. @AHS_Gardening

Articles

10 Best New Flower Varieties to Grow This Year, According to Our Test Garden

4 weeks ago | bhg.com | Viveka Neveln

Photo: Grant Webster Each year, the Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden grows new plants coming onto the market. Why? So we can help gardeners figure out which varieties are truly outstanding, based on their real world performance. And we mean real world—we don't baby these plants other than perhaps a little more diligent weeding than a home gardener might do. Our plants have to contend with rabbits, bugs, hail, heat, humidity, floods, and other less than ideal urban conditions.
Waxed Amaryllis Bulbs Are a Must-Have Holiday Plant—Here's How to Grow Them

Dec 7, 2024 | bhg.com | Viveka Neveln

Photo: Carson Downing Amaryllis bulbs are often grown around the winter holidays for their big, colorful flowers. But perhaps you've never seen a waxed amaryllis bulb before. They're already trendy holiday decorations in Europe, but are becoming increasingly popular in the U.S., popping up everywhere from Trader Joe's to Costco to various online retailers. As if by magic, these waxed bulbs grow and bloom almost anywhere you put them without needing any watering.
Waxed Amaryllis Bulbs Are a Must-Have Holiday Plant—Here's How to Grow Them | Flipboard

Dec 7, 2024 | flipboard.com | Viveka Neveln

1 day agoFrom the heartfelt to the hilarious, from the budget-friendly to the splurge-worthy, from the kids to the grownups, from the impersonal gift exchange to the "wow, I feel seen" — we've got all the gifts for you. 1. A Lego "Tiny Plants" set — one of the iterations from their much beloved Botanical …
Living Space: Create beautiful fall window boxes

Sep 19, 2024 | chronicleonline.com | Viveka Neveln

Colorful fall window boxes in front of the house make for a warm welcome, especially in autumn when the rest of the landscaping might look a little tired. If you've had summer annuals in your window box, fall is a good time to rotate them out for something more seasonal. One of the best ways to do this is to mix seasonal favorites, such as kale and mums, with other plants that look showy in autumn, such as grasses.
Our best tips for creating beautiful fall window boxes - Tribune Content Agency

Sep 17, 2024 | tribunecontentagency.com | Viveka Neveln

Colorful fall window boxes in front of the house make for a warm welcome, especially in autumn when the rest of the landscaping might look a little tired. If you’ve had summer annuals in your window box, fall is a good time to rotate them out for something more seasonal. One of the best ways to do this is to mix seasonal favorites, such as kale and mums, with other plants that look showy in autumn, such as grasses.
Our best tips for creating beautiful fall window boxes

Sep 16, 2024 | prostoknow.com | Viveka Neveln

Colorful fall window boxes in front of the house make for a warm welcome, especially in autumn when the rest of the landscaping might look a little tired. If you've had summer annuals in your window box, fall is a good time to rotate them out for something more seasonal. One of the best ways to do this is to mix seasonal favorites, such as kale and mums, with other plants that look showy in autumn, such as grasses.
7 Must-Know Tips for Growing Pumpkins Like a Pro

Aug 24, 2024 | bhg.com | Viveka Neveln

Whether you want Halloween jack-o'-lanterns or a tasty homemade pie, these are 7 essential tips for growing pumpkins in your backtyard.
4 Must-Follow Steps to Keep Your Potted Plants Watered While You’re on Vacation

Jun 26, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Viveka Neveln

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4 Must-Follow Steps to Keep Your Potted Plants Watered While You’re on Vacation, So You Don’t Come Home to a Wilted Mess

Jun 26, 2024 | bhg.com | Viveka Neveln

There are always lots of details to take care of around the house when you're preparing for a vacation. Your list might include tasks such as reprogramming the thermostat and holding the mail, but what about your garden? Your plants in the ground will usually be fine for a week or so without watering, especially if there's some rain in the forecast. But because containers have limited space for holding water and are more exposed to warm temperatures, they tend to dry out much faster.
4 Must-Follow Steps to Keep Your Potted Plants Watered While You’re on Vacation

Jun 25, 2024 | flipboard.com | Viveka Neveln

2 hours ago"Homes don't have actual color anymore. These muted, gray homes are drab and void of imagination and style. I want to see patterns, bright colors, and other accents that I've never thought of — interior design is art, and I feel like we forgot that." We recently asked the BuzzFeed Community to tell …