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Gardening Trends for 2021

What is new for 2021? What’s trending? What can new and experienced gardeners look forward to in the new year? After combing through sales, speaking with industry experts, and talking with customers, we've compiled our top ten trends in gardening for 2021. From single color gardens, to outdoor living spaces, cutting your own bouquets and growing your own food, we can't wait to watch these trends take root and grow.

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Indoor Plant Trends for 2021

After searching through our analytics, reviewing our sales, consulting our botanical experts and industry professionals, and hearing back from you, our customers, here is our top 10 indoor plant trends for 2021 list. From living fountains to baby plants, from unique shapes to symbols of peace, these are the trends that will be growing a lot this year.

Which Houseplants are Safe for Pets?

Here at Garden Goods Direct, our pets are part of our family. Creating a safe place for them in our homes is important. This also applies to plants. But why are some plants unsafe? Why do your pets seem so drawn to your leafy greens? We’ve asked our botanical experts a few of the biggest questions about what makes a plant safe for your pets, and why to avoid others.

The Haunting History of Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees

If you’ve been on social media these past years, you are no stranger to this lifestyle “it” plant. In the wild, Ficus lyrata is known as a banyan fig tree. These trees have a unique, yet haunting growth habit known as epiphyte. Learn more in this blog!

6 Must-Have Plants to Transform Any Outdoor Space

While many are spending the majority of time at home, it’s important to have an outdoor space to escape. Luckily for you - we highlighted six outdoor plants that work well in all patio, balcony, and garden spaces!

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