Robby $4. 95 Family: Lily (Liliaceae) Zones 3 to 9 (Giant Solomon’s Seal, Polygonatum biflorum var. commutatum) Herbaceous perennial forest dweller that can be told apart from similar plants by its huge size and flowers that hang in pairs from the leaf axils below the plant’s sweeping arm. Native to the eastern hardwood forest biome. Traditional … Read more
You don’t need a large garden to feed birds. With a stick-on window bird feeder you can enjoy watching them from the comfort of your own home. It’s fun for the whole family, but kids love seeing wild animals up close, like birds swooping in to eat high-energy snacks. When it comes to window feeders, … Read more
Perennials are the stalwarts of our garden borders, providing colourful garden flowers, year after year. There are many different types, including herbaceous perennial, short-lived perennial, woody perennial and hardy perennial. Strictly speaking, trees and shrubs are perennials, but we tend to think of perennials as long-lived plants. Most perennials flower in spring, summer, or fall, … Read more
For a lot of dog owners, the morning routine revolves around their dog. Many dog owners will help get this process rolling by brewing a cup of coffee in the morning. Has your dog been a part of this routine with you? What if they decide to open the bag of coffee beans on their … Read more
Even if you live in an apartment or condo without any outdoor space, you can grow herbs indoors. The ideal setting for an indoor herb garden is the kitchen. Herbs grown in the kitchen are very useful for many people, and what could be more useful than an indoor herb garden? You can grow herbs … Read more
Salvias are popular flowering perennials prized for their long bloom times and bright colorful flowers that attract pollinators. However their tall, slender stems make them prone to flopping over, especially in windy or rainy conditions. Flopped over plants look unsightly and don’t bloom their best. Follow this guide to keep your salvias standing tall all … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you already like plants and grow a lot of different kinds, you may know that there are many reasons to grow succulents. It’s easy to become fond of this kind of plant. Yet, you might not … Read more
In the United Kingdom, “marigolds” is synonymous with rubber washing up gloves. The vibrant yellow gloves are a staple in British homes and deeply ingrained in the nation’s cultural identity. But why are rubber gloves named after a flower? The history behind this peculiar brand name reveals an interesting story of innovation and entrepreneurship. The … Read more
Magnolia trees are very hardy for flowering trees, and in quite a wide range of climate zones. With varieties that can live in zones 3-12, they are a very wide-ranging family of plants. A mature magnolia can almost never be hurt because it can heal from all the different kinds of damage that bugs and … Read more
Have you ever looked at your fence and thought, “This could be so much more?” One of the hottest trends in outdoor decor right now is hanging plants from the fence. They help you bring life and color to even the smallest spaces. Hanging planters, flower baskets, and wall-mounted planters are all great ways to … Read more