Set in Southern California, my HO scale layout includes a Southern Pacific train order office surrounded by a desert scene. Although this arid landscape has sparse vegetation, my scene needed two ...

Children always seem to be attracted to cacti. The great variety of shapes and sizes makes them fun to collect. Planting them together like this is a fun way to display them. And the good news is that ...

I potted four colors of Christmas cactus in the same pot. They are starting to flower, but they are all the same color! I wanted multiple colors. Is that possible? When several colors of a plant are ...

A Christmas cactus thrives when its soil mimics its natural rainforest home—moist, airy, and fast-draining to keep roots healthy. Experts say the best mix uses regular potting soil blended with ...

Cactus plants are perfect for balcony gardens because they need very little care, thrive in bright light, and look beautiful all year round. Their unique shapes and textures make them great decorative ...