Robby Hostas are a quintessential shade garden plant, prized for their wide variety of leaf shapes, sizes, and colors. But just how many different types of hostas are there? The answer may surprise you – there are over 3,000 registered hosta cultivars! A Brief Overview of Hostas Hostas are herbaceous perennials that originate from northeast Asia … Read more
Many people are used to growing tulips in their flower beds and landscaping, but to grow them as cut flowers to put in a vase, you need to use a whole different set of tools and techniques. One of the most delightful surprises of tulips is that they continue growing even after being cut! Unlike … Read more
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One of the healthiest vegetables in the world is heart-healthy spinach. It’s also fun to grow in the garden. Certain plants can even boost the growth of spinach to maximize your yields and minimize crop problems. Known for its high iron content and versatile uses in the kitchen, spinach thrives in cool-weather gardens. It’s known … Read more
Good question. Some plants will grow bigger in the ground than in pots if the soil is really good, unless the potting soil is really great. If the potting soil is less than perfect, the plants in pots will be slower growing. (My Potting Soil Recipe). I’ve said for years that plants in beds will … Read more
What you need to know to successfully grow agaves. Gallery of 50+ garden agaves, all IDd Most agaves are unfazed by harsh sun, high heat and minimal water. Their statuesque, fountainlike forms lend a sculptural element to any garden, and contrast beautifully with fine-textured plants. They also make good firebreak plants and security fences. Bigger … Read more
Colocasia Royal Hawaiian ‘Waikiki,’ also known as taro or elephant ear, is a gorgeous tropical plant known for its dramatic, heart-shaped leaves in hues of pink, white, and green. This eye-catching plant is easy to grow both indoors and outdoors with the right care Follow this complete guide to successfully grow Colocasia ‘Waikiki’ in your … Read more
When should I plant apple trees? For bare root trees, the short answer is early spring. The longer answer is that it depends on where you live, the weather, and whether the tree is bare root or in a pot. Fall is one of the best times of the year to plant apple trees The … Read more
Roses seem to suffer from more than their fair share of problems. It’s likely partly because this popular plant is grown so widely, and often in formal rose gardens or borders, where any problems are easy to spot. That said, some of the older cultivars in particular can be very prone to foliar diseases. Growing … Read more
The coffee tree, Polyscia guilfoylei, is an attractive species that makes an excellent potted indoor plant. Keep in mind that it has nothing to do with the plants like Coffea arabica that are used to make coffee beans. The plant blooms in the spring with tiny white flowers and berries, though indoor plants rarely flower. … Read more