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Having a north east facing window in your home provides the perfect opportunity to grow a wide variety of beautiful and easy care houseplants. While north east light is lower and more indirect than a southern or western exposure, many houseplants actually prefer lower light conditions, making a north east window an ideal location. In … Read more
A neatly trimmed privet hedge is the quintessential way to create a living fence for privacy in your yard. This classic shrub has remained a go-to hedge plant for good reason – it’s fast growing, dense, and highly shapable. If you’ve decided that a privet privacy hedge is right for your landscape, your next step … Read more
Spring has arrived and all of my trees have new growth, except the little blue spruce. Last year it started with new growth but stopped. This year there is none. It isnt a rich green color, but it isnt dead, either. Does anyone know if there is any hope for this little tree?. When you … Read more
You may also hear this tree called a yellow tulip tree. It is a hybrid species that was created by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) in 1981. This flowering tree is the result of a backcross of M. acuminata var. subcordata and another hybrid developed by BBG, Magnolia × brooklynensis ‘Evamaria. ’ Genetics aside, what … Read more
The beautiful peace lily is a popular tropical houseplant that gives off an air of peace and beauty. It has wispy white flowers that grow against bright, shiny green leaves. But sometimes, the leaves can turn yellow or brown, or they may also start to curl or droop. These peace lily leaf issues can occur … Read more
If you’re looking to add vertical interest and gorgeous blue blooms to your garden, picotee blue morning glory is an excellent choice. This heirloom climbing vine features stunning double flowers in deep violet blue edged in white. With proper care, picotee blue morning glories will cover fences, trellises and more with abundant summer color. An … Read more
Have you ever admired the rustic look of grass walls and wished you could have one in your own home? With a bit of DIY spirit and some basic supplies, you can easily create a beautiful, natural grass wall that brings the essence of the outdoors inside. Not only are grass walls an elegant, eco-friendly … Read more
With its dense foliage, yellow blooms, and adaptability, the shrubby St. John’s wort plant (Hypericum prolificum) is a fabulous addition to gardens across North America. This medium-sized woody shrub brightens borders and foundation plantings while also attracting pollinators and serving as a larval host. Whether you’re a beginning or experienced gardener the shrubby St. John’s … Read more
The croton (Codiaeum variegatum) is a popular houseplant. This leafy, ornamental plant is native to tropical areas but adapts well indoors. But if you have a cat, this isn’t a plant you want in your home. All croton varieties—including evening embers, gold dust, and Zanzibar—are toxic to cats. You can have pet-safe plants in your … Read more
With their bright, showy blooms, dahlias are a popular addition to home gardens. But are these stunning flowers safe to have around dogs? Unfortunately, dahlias contain substances that can cause toxicity if eaten by dogs. However, the level of toxicity is generally mild if ingestion is limited. In this article, we’ll cover the key things … Read more