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Encore azaleas are prized for their ability to bloom in spring summer and fall when many other azaleas drop their flowers until the next season. The Autumn Lily variety stands out for its pristine white blooms accented with occasional soft purple stripes. But how well does it really perform in home landscapes? Here’s an in-depth … Read more
Vivariums are enclosed, miniature ecosystems that allow you to recreate a small slice of the natural world right in your own home With the right elements in place, a vivarium becomes a self-sustaining habitat filled with live plants, microfauna, and your chosen animal species Building a successful vivarium does take some specialized knowledge, but it’s … Read more
The Japanese fern tree, also known as Filicium decipiens, is an unusual and exotic specimen tree gaining popularity in landscapes. Its graceful form and delicate, fern-like foliage create striking visual interest. If you’re considering adding a Japanese fern tree to your outdoor space, this guide will provide useful information and tips to help you find … Read more
Christmas cactuses are one of the few plants that bloom in the winter and add a splash of color to your home. But are they safe for pets? Many of the flowers and plants we keep in our gardens and homes are pretty to look at but can kill our pets if they eat them. … Read more
Snake plant, also called mother-in-laws tongue, is a popular and hardy houseplant with stiff, sword-like leaves. It comes in many types, and many of them have leaves with green bands or stripes and a yellow or cream edge. This attractive, easy-to-grow houseplant tolerates drought and low light, making it the go-to option for spaces like … Read more
I love used coffee grounds and save them. As Tony the Tiger says, they are GREAT in the garden. In fact, I bet you didn’t know that I often followed people around Starbucks while they put their used coffee grounds in the gardener bin for pickup. Unfortunately, I was up against super-gardener athletes who always … Read more
Alstroemeria is a fantastic flower that is also called the Peruvian lily. It combines the charm of lilies and orchids. It makes the flower unique and attracts everyones attention. In most cases, this flower means devotion. So it is often included in romantic and wedding bouquets. And also, flowers can be friendly gift compositions that … Read more
This group of about 1,000 perennial plants comes from Central America, northern South America, and the Caribbean. The plants can be grown outside in warm climates, but most people keep them inside or in greenhouses because they need special care. Growth rate is slow or moderate and dependent on ample light but susceptible to sunburn. … Read more
Black and blue salvia (Salvia guaranitica ‘Black and Blue’) is a show-stopping flower loved for its rich saturated colors and towering height. The flower spikes are a vivid iridescent blue while the bud sepals are a deep midnight black. Combined together, it creates a gorgeous two-tone effect. This tropical-looking salvia makes a dramatic statement planted … Read more
Red is the color of love, danger, and beauty. It comes in many shades, from ruby to strawberry, port to merlot, blood to fire, scarlet to vermillion. What better color could you choose for an exciting garden than red?. Red flowers make a dramatic statement in any garden. If you’re looking for big bold splashes … Read more