A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Pieris Japonica Flaming Silver

Japanese pieris, pronounced “pee-eh-ruhs,” is a broadleaf evergreen shrub in the heath family. When used as a landscape plant, it looks beautiful and interesting all year long. Japanese pieris is native to Japan, Taiwan, and east China. Its oblong leaves start out reddish-bronze and turn glossy, leathery green as they age. This plant blooms early, … Read more

Reviving a Drooping Nerve Plant: Troubleshooting Tips for Wilting Fittonias

Discover how to perk up your Nerve Plant and prevent droopy leaves with targeted care tips! The nerve plant, also known as Fittonia albivenis, is a beloved houseplant known for its colorful, veined leaves. However, it’s not unusual to find your Fittonia’s leaves drooping, especially if you’re a new owner. Don’t worry – with the … Read more

Is Goldenrod an Invasive Plant Species?

With its bright yellow flowers blooming along roadsides and fields each fall, goldenrod is a familiar sight across much of North America. But is this attractive wildflower an invasive plant that’s causing harm? There’s no simple yes or no answer. Different goldenrod species vary in their potential to spread aggressively. Goldenrod belongs to the large … Read more