At first glance, mullein (Verbascum thapsus) and lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) look strikingly similar. Both sport broad, fuzzy leaves that feel like velvet to the touch. But don’t be fooled – these two plants are distinctly different despite their nearly identical foliage. So how do you tell mullein and lamb’s ear apart? Let’s examine the … Read more
Honeysuckles are known for their sweetly scented, colorful tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. If you love the look of honeysuckle blooms but want to explore similar options, there are a number of pink flowering vines and shrubs that resemble honeysuckle. When identifying pink blooms that look like honeysuckle examine the flower structure and … Read more
As a raspberry grower, one of the most frustrating things is seeing your raspberry canes look like they’re dying when you’ve put in all that hard work to tend to them It can be hard to tell sometimes if your raspberry plant is dead or still alive Raspberries go dormant in the winter, so it’s … Read more
Gardenias, with their beautiful white flowers and lush leaves, really like coffee grounds. This is because the grounds can improve the structure and quality of the soil. To appreciate this relationship, its vital to explore the nature of gardenias. These plants come from tropical and subtropical parts of Africa and Asia. They are loved for … Read more
Add a glow to your garden this autumn. Heres our pick of 11 of the best UK native trees suitable for smaller spaces. Theyll give you a splash of seasonal colour, from fiery foliage to bright, bold berries. The pretty, round leaves of this tree, which is also called quaking aspen, shimmer and shake in … Read more
Nurse your snake plant back to health by tackling these typical troubles with our savvy survival tips! Snake plants, also known as mother-in-law’s tongue, are resilient and low-maintenance houseplants. However, they can still develop issues like yellowing, curling, or drooping leaves. If you notice something seems off with your snake plant, don’t panic! This guide … Read more
The rose of Sharon is a popular flowering shrub grown for its abundant blooms that appear in late summer. But one downside of this plant is that it readily self-seeds, resulting in sometimes hundreds of volunteer seedlings emerging all around the garden. As fast growing and adaptable plants, these rose of Sharon seedlings can quickly … Read more
Blooming daffodils signal the arrival of spring, but these flowers require attention in other seasons, too. No spring garden is complete without daffodils. Too many of them are also not a good idea because they are often the only plants in the garden that bloom in early spring. Some of the easiest spring flowering bulbs … Read more
The American sweetgum tree, with its instantly recognizable star-shaped leaves, is truly one of nature’s wonders. As soon as you spot those five-pointed leaves shimmering in the breeze, you know you’re looking at a sweetgum. I’m absolutely fascinated by this beautiful tree and its magical star leaves. Let me tell you all about it! A … Read more
The fiddle leaf fig is pretty easy to take care of, but the leaves will probably get brown spots at some point. There are many things that can cause brown spots on fiddle leaf fig leaves, but the most common one is not giving the plant enough water. Before you start watering your fiddle leaf … Read more