Robby Mayapple is a unique native wildflower that emerges in wooded areas and shady garden beds across much of North America With its umbrella-like leaves and solitary white flower, mayapple can lend an exotic touch when allowed to grow as a garden accent However, left unchecked, mayapple can multiply quickly and aggressively via underground rhizomes, becoming … Read more
As a lover of botany and nature, I’m always delighted to come across trees graced with ornamental green spheres. These verdant globes come in an array of shapes and serve diverse purposes, from housing seeds to attracting wildlife. When borne on evergreens, they provide year-round intrigue. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most … Read more
I just brought my Boston Fern in from its summer outdoors and it is really too large now. I need to divide it and put it in 2 smaller containers. I thought about cutting it all down to the ground and letting it grow back inside while I was at it. Mostly because some of … Read more
With dazzling flowers and evergreen foliage, loropetalum adds year-round interest to the landscape. This witch hazel family member, which is also called Chinese fringe flower, has clusters of pretty flowers from mid-winter to early spring, when the garden is just starting to wake up. Chinese fringe flower is easy to grow, even for novice gardeners. … Read more
One of the joys of growing potatoes is the multitude of varieties available, from russets to reds and purples to yellows. With so many tempting choices, it’s natural to want to plant several different types in the same garden bed. But is combining multiple potato varieties in close proximity a good idea? The short answer … Read more
Sundance Choisya Ternata is a relatively small evergreen shrub that grows in a round shape and can get as tall as 8 feet and wide as 4 feet. Prune back flowers after they have passed to encourage more flowering possibly later in the year. Sundance has glossy, light green or golden leaves that will add … Read more
Cabbage is a cool season vegetable that prefers sunny locations and fertile, well-drained soil. Incorporate some organic matter and a complete fertilizer into the area before planting. Plant seeds ¼-½ inch deep, 2-3 weeks before the last frost in the spring. Thin seedlings or transplant cabbage 12-18 inches apart in the row with rows 2-3 … Read more
Golden Ticket privet (Ligustrum x vicaryi ‘NCLX1’) is a gorgeous semi-evergreen shrub prized for its bright yellow foliage that emerges in spring. While most privets are highly invasive, Golden Ticket is sterile so it stays neatly where you plant it without spreading. If you added this eye-catching privet to your garden, proper winter care will … Read more
Is Heart Fern Toxic to Cats? Heart fern, with its lovely green fronds, is a popular houseplant But is it safe to have around your feline friends or should you avoid this plant if you have a cat at home? What is Heart Fern? Heart fern, scientifically known as Hemionitis arifolia, is a true fern … Read more
With its bright golden daisy blooms and dark central cones, Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’ lights up gardens in late summer. This popular coneflower provides a bold pop of color when many other perennials are fading. But just how tall does this stellar performer grow? Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’ earns its stellar reputation with abundant long-lasting flowers and easy care. … Read more