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The magnolia grandiflora, commonly known as the southern magnolia, is one of the most iconic flowering trees in the southern United States. With its large, fragrant white blooms and glossy evergreen foliage, it’s easy to see why the southern magnolia tree holds such appeal for gardeners and landscapers If you’ve decided to add a magnolia … Read more
The catalpa tree (Catalpa spp. is loved and known for its height, huge heart-shaped leaves that can be up to 12″ long and 8″ wide, twisted, spreading branches, clusters of creamy white, fragrant flowers, and long, dark brown seed pods. People sometimes call it a “weed tree” because it grows quickly and pops up in … Read more
Salvias are popular perennial flowers known for their spiky blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. However, these plants can fall victim to various chewing pests that damage their foliage. If you’ve noticed ragged holes or skeletonized leaves on your salvias, here are some likely culprits and how to stop them from eating your plants Common … Read more
The bold, dramatic leaves of elephant ear plants provide serious tropical flair in gardens and containers. While most varieties sport all green leaves, a few special cultivars showcase eye-catching multicolored foliage. One of the most popular is the Royal Hawaiian Aloha elephant ear, prized for its vibrant purplish-black leaves marked with electric green veins. In … Read more
You can plant crocosmia in pots or use a barrier to stop their spread if you don’t want them to spread too far in your garden. Alternatively, you can deadhead the flowers before they can set seed. As a passionate gardener, I adore crocosmia. Their vibrant spikes of color livening up my garden beds in … Read more
As a foodie living in Los Angeles, I’m always on the lookout for new and exciting restaurants to try. Recently, I came across The Garden at Horses, located on the iconic Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood. After hearing great things about their seasonal California cuisine and intimate garden patio I knew I had to check out … Read more
So you’re looking for plants that like the shade, but you’re worried about how much light they need. Your house is dark and you know some indoor plants are more demanding of light than others. We’ve put together a list of houseplants that do well in shade and low light because of this. Why not … Read more
So why do some of the bees in the hive run into trees, get lost, walk around in circles, or just can’t fly? Why do bees act like they’re drunk? As a beekeeper, you may have noticed your bees acting a bit strange after gorging on pollen. They seem to stumble and stagger back to … Read more
Transform your indoor space into a green sanctuary with our selection of the 20 best tall indoor plants. These towering beauties do more than just enhance the aesthetics of a room; they. Share this article. Transform your indoor space into a green sanctuary with our selection of the 20 best tall indoor plants. The beauty … Read more
A compact plant which is an excellent choice for the front of a perennial border. The lavender-rose flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Petite Delight bee balm (Monarda ‘Petite Delight’) is a compact, floriferous perennial that brings color and fragrance to gardens. Its rose-purple flower heads attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees while remaining resistant to deer … Read more