Don Kinzler writes: "We can help our wintered plants prepare for another outdoor growing season with a few simple tips." ...

If gardening isn't your forte, these pot plants that thrive on neglect are a must-have addition to your garden ...

The plant is in a fixed medium. The soilless mix will quickly run out of nutrients, even with regular fertilization. Also, salts tend to build up in the soil, which harms the plant over the long run.

And the best part? Each potted plant is under $4 each. Sure, you may not need another houseplant, but it would be criminal to not take advantage of this outrageously good deal. "I told myself not to ...