Robby Caesalpinia pulcherrima, also known as “Red Bird of Paradise,” is an upright, evergreen, thorny shrub or small tree that blooms with showy clusters of up to 40 brilliant gold-to-orange flowers from spring to fall (or all year in tropical climates). Borne at the branch tips, the bowl-shaped flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), feature long … Read more
Amaryllis flowers (Hippeastrum spp. People love them because they bring big, bright color inside in the middle of winter, when not much else may be blooming. Commonly grown as houseplants, they are also hardy outdoors in USDA plant hardiness zones 8 through 10. When their blooms have died, well-tended bulbs can produce more flowers for … Read more
You might want to grow potatoes and tomatoes together as companion plants. Before you start a vegetable garden, you should make a list of what you want to grow and where you want to grow it. That’s because the plants you place side by side can influence each other’s growth, either positively or negatively. You … Read more
As an organic fertilizer, bone powder is good for tomato plants and other vegetable plants. Tomato plants do best in natural, organic soils that are full of nutrients. They also need a lot of phosphorus to make good fruit. When utilized correctly, bone powder can aid sustain strenuous tomato plants. But using bone powder could … Read more
H. coccineus and H. moscheutos are two types of hardy hibiscus plants that die back to the ground every winter and grow new leaves in the spring. They are hardy in zones 4 or 5 through 9 and slow to emerge in spring. I had to wait until early July one season, so be patient. … Read more
Planting an amaryllis bulb in a pot is easy. All you need is a bulb, potting mix, and a container with a drainage hole in the bottom. You will also need a saucer and maybe a coaster to keep furniture and window sills from getting scratched or stained by water. Amaryllis bulbs produce stunning blooms … Read more
As a homeowner, I love having a thick, emerald green lawn that makes my property look well-maintained and inviting But patience is crucial when it comes to growing grass from seed Depending on conditions, it can take 7-14 days for new grass seedlings to sprout. When you’re eager to establish a new lawn or repair … Read more
Creeping thyme makes a pretty and fragrant ground cover carpet, as well as a great spiller in pots. It likes a little grit in the soil and is easy to grow. Few plants provide the ease of maintenance, beautiful coverage, and bright spring blooms, as Mother of thyme. This herbaceous plant, which is also called … Read more
Forget Me Not flowers are believed to originate from Eurasia and North America and symbolize remembrance. Once upon a time, two lovers were walking along the river and saw the bright blue blossoms. As he picked up the flowers and gave them to his lover, the man was swept away by the water and told … Read more
Transplanting Rose of Sharon in Spring – A Detailed Guide Rose of Sharon is a popular summer-blooming shrub valued for its long season of color. Its resilience makes transplanting rose of sharon possible in both spring and fall. But is spring the optimal time to move this flowering woody plant? Let’s dig into the pros, … Read more