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Potatoes are in the Solanaceae family, also known as the Nightshade family. Potato plants have pretty purple flowers that remind us that potatoes are related to peppers, tomatoes, and eggplants. You probably already knew this, but the part of the potato plant we want to eat grows below the ground. It’s the spud, also called … Read more
Plenty of people love spider plants, in part because they are known for being simple to take care of. These striped green friends seem to reproduce and grow at the speed of light. They even do well with very little care. However, they still deserve a little care and attention. Seeing the tips of your … Read more
Mandevilla vine is known for its showy blooms. This tropical vine is usually kept inside, especially in cooler areas, where it is grown in pots or hanging baskets. In southern climates, it can be set outdoors in spring but returned inside prior to winter. Learning how to propagate mandevilla is easy. Mandevilla propagation is accomplished … Read more
A thick, green, lush lawn is a dream for many homeowners. But often, patience is required to achieve an established, enviable yard. If you’re wondering how to accelerate grass growth for a perfect lawn fast, there are several effective techniques you can use. Let’s explore the top methods for rapid grass growth so you can … Read more
Seeds of Castor Bean (Ricinus Communis Gibsonii) can be grown quickly and easily. This is a very pretty annual plant. The Castor Oil plant is a very useful tropical foliage plant. It is grown from seed annually, easily reaching 5 feet plus in one season. Gibsonii produces a tall and dramatic plant with huge dark … Read more
Ranunculus are one of the most delightful spring flowers you can grow. Their lush, ruffled blooms in shades of pink, red, yellow, white and purple look almost like miniature roses. While ranunculus thrive in garden beds, they also do very well in containers. Planting ranunculus bulbs in pots allows you to display these beauties on … Read more
It’s true, just because you’re moving doesn’t mean you have to say farewell to your garden. There is actually a myriad of reasons you might want to move your garden. You might have bought a new greenhouse and want to move your tomatoes and other vegetables inside before it gets cold. Perhaps you just bought … Read more
When to Plant Love-Lies-Bleeding Seeds Love-lies-bleeding thrives in warm weather and cannot tolerate frost. It can be started indoors or direct sown outside after all danger of frost has passed. Starting Indoors Get a head start on the season by beginning love-lies-bleeding seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before your last expected spring frost date. Provide strong … Read more
The regal pink princess philodendron is already loved for its stunning foliage, but a distinctive variegated variety called the half moon pink princess philodendron is gaining popularity among plant collectors This unique morph shows off color variations that make it stand out from the classic green-and-pink leaves. In this article, we’ll explore what defines the … Read more
If you don’t have a garden outside your igloo, your lettuce crop will probably be over by late June, or maybe even earlier. As the weather gets warmer in the summer, these cool-weather plants are often the first in my garden to send up flower stalks. I’ve always thought it was unfair that Mother Nature … Read more