Robby 
The writing’s on the wall, they say. Now the plants are, too. In recent years, green walls, also known as living walls or vertical gardens, have become more popular, especially in cities. They are everywhere, from front yards to corporate offices to art museums. It’s never been easier to learn how to create a living … Read more
Lavender, Lavandula spp. , can be a little tricky to grow and finicky about its care. But this versatile herb with a strong scent is grown for more than just the perfume, soap, and fragrance industries. Gardeners all over the world love it for its sweet-smelling, delicate flowers that grow in herb gardens, flower gardens, … Read more
Houseplants can add some some color and life to an otherwise dull space. Even if you give your plants lots of water and sunlight, you may notice that some of them start to look a little off-center every once in a while. If that’s the case, you probably need to start rotating your houseplants. Here’s … Read more
Irises are one of the easiest flowers to grow. They stem from rhizomes, which quickly multiply over the years, producing bigger, wider stands of these appealing blooms. If you see that your iris plants aren’t flowering, it could be because of the weather, poor soil fertility, too many plants, unhealthy rhizomes, insect or disease attack, … Read more
Hydrangea roots typically go about 2 to 3 feet deep. Their roots may go deeper sometimes, but most of the time they stay in the first two to three feet of soil. Understanding their depth is crucial for proper care. As a passionate gardener, I’ve always been fascinated by the world beneath the soil. It’s … Read more
Q: I bought a mandevilla vine last spring and put it in my southeast-facing apartment. It’s doing well there, but some of the leaves get spots and then turn yellow and fall off after a day or so. Even with a magnifying glass, I can’t make out anything on the leaves. However, my fingers get … Read more
Pink is such a cheery, uplifting color in the garden When it comes to shrubs, small pink flowers have a delicate charm that large blooms can’t match Luckily, many compact shrubs produce dainty pink blooms perfect for beds, borders, and containers. If you’re seeking petite plants that pack color into small spaces, keep reading. We’ll … Read more
With their striking steel-blue needles and towering pyramidal form blue spruce trees are a regal addition to landscapes. Starting these evergreen beauties yourself from seed may seem daunting. But with a few simple steps and a bit of patience you can grow your own blue spruce tree from a tiny seed into an imposing, graceful … Read more
This is the aloe vera plant, also called Aloe barbadensis. It is a beautiful houseplant that is known for the aloe vera gel that it makes. We’ll explore the process of repotting aloe vera in each case. We’ll also discuss four best practices when repotting. Aloe vera is well-known for its healing gel and versatility … Read more
A compact hardy perennial with green/pink flowers above green foliage from late summer to autumn. Best in full sun or part shade in well drained but moist soil or compost. 3 Year Plant Guarantee! Be sure to shop with us because all of our hardy plants are covered by our 3 year plant guarantee. Stock. … Read more