August 2025

Yes, you can grow an oak tree from an acorn.   Acorns are the seeds of oak trees, and when given the right conditions, they can sprout and develop into strong oak seedlings that eventually grow into the towering trees we admire in parks, forests, and backyards.   If you’ve been asking yourself whether you … Read more

No, you can’t grow an avocado tree outdoors year-round in Ohio because the climate is too cold for this tropical plant to survive.   Avocado trees thrive in USDA zones 9 through 11, which means they need warm weather, mild winters, and no risk of prolonged frost.   Since Ohio has cold winters with freezing … Read more

Yes, you can grow amaryllis in water, and it’s one of the most popular ways to enjoy their giant, dramatic blooms indoors during the winter months.   Unlike planting in soil, growing amaryllis in water focuses on supporting the bulb with just enough hydration to encourage growth while keeping the base dry enough to prevent … Read more

Yes, you can grow aloe from a leaf, but it’s not the most reliable way to propagate this hardy succulent.   While aloe vera leaves can sometimes root when planted in soil, they often rot before developing into a full plant.   The more dependable way to grow aloe is through “pups” or offsets, which … Read more

Yes, you can grow aloe from a cutting, but it’s not as straightforward as it might sound.   Unlike many houseplants that root easily from a stem cutting, aloe vera and its relatives are succulents that usually propagate best from offsets, also called pups.   Still, if you’ve been asking whether you can grow aloe … Read more