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With its large, vibrant leaves and tropical look, the Strelitzia nicolai plant, also known as the giant white bird of paradise, makes a stunning houseplant. Native to South Africa, this arching plant can grow up to 20 feet tall in its natural habitat but typically reaches 3-8 feet indoors. Caring for these beauties is straightforward … Read more
As a cool weather crop, peas are a great choice for starting seed saving. With proper drying and storage, pea seeds remain viable for several years, allowing you to grow treasured varieties year after year Harvesting pea seeds at the right time and drying them properly are key steps When to Harvest Pea Seeds Timing … Read more
Mulberry (Morus spp. ) trees are fast-growing, deciduous trees that are known for their different leaf shapes, tasty berries, and the awful stains their berries can leave on the sidewalk if they land on someone’s mouth instead. Some have red fruit while others produce tasty purple or white fruit. A fruitless cultivar exists for those … Read more
Wildflowers are some of the easiest and most rewarding plants to grow. Seeds are a natural wonder because they contain the energy to live and can stay alive for many years, even decades or centuries if they are stored properly. Wildflowers require little water once established, and provide show-stopping color year after year. They also … Read more
As gardeners we have come to think of autumn as the end of the gardening season. It is anything but the end. All of you, fall means the start of gardening season for next year. There’s no better way to start the season than by planting onions, shallots, and elephant garlic. Today, we are going … Read more
Clematis are a perennial garden favorite. People often see them climbing up a trellis or arbor or falling off the edge of a wall or big pot. They are reliable bloomers and are probably best known for their prolific displays of beautiful showy flowers. There are many different types of Clematis. They are mostly perennial … Read more
Many gardeners love to keep Christmas cactus in their home garden because it is one of the most popular holiday succulents. The plant looks better because of the bright flower blooms that come from the tendrils that drape and creep over it. The Christmas cactus is the best plant for people who want to keep … Read more
Forget-me-not is valued for its attractive flowers. While the blooms are usually blue, other colors do exist. The buds that come before the flowers are pink, so you get two colors for the price of one. These plants are herbs historically used as an astringent to treat wounds and some medical conditions. A short plant … Read more
Find out how to tell the difference between male and female plants and which birds help keep holly trees safe. Holly is a common plant in the UK. It is often linked to Christmas, along with ivy and mistletoe. Its bright red berries and shiny green leaves with sharp points that can hurt careless hands … Read more
When I saw my first String of Pearls plant or Senecio rowleyanus, it was love at first sight. I knew I wanted one of my very own. Mine was getting long so it was time for propagating String of Pearls. Here’s what you need and the steps to take. A String of Pearls plant tends … Read more