Spring and Summer time are a welcome change for just about everyone. As the days get longer and warmer, we can do more things outside, and of course, everything turns green again. The only bad thing about this great time of year is that the bugs are back, which means more problems with pest control. … Read more
When most people think of orange, they picture the bright, vivid fruit that is synonymous with sunny climates. However, orange can also be found in nature in the form of seed pods from certain tree species. Though not as common as green or brown seed pods, orange pods stand out vibrantly against the trees and … Read more
Peruvian lilies, also known as alstroemeria, are absolutely gorgeous flowers that can brighten up any space. With 100 blooms of these beauties, you’ll have plenty to decorate your home or give as gifts. I’m excited to share some key details about Peruvian lilies so you can decide if a bouquet of 100 is right for … Read more
It is important to keep your aquarium in good shape if you want to enjoy its beauty to the fullest. Read on to find out more about why these kinds of plants are also great for paludariums and ripariums. There are also good things about them, the best kinds for your aquarium, and how to … Read more
Tobacco (Nicotiana spp. ) is a large group of plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae). A few species are quite attractive and have been used as garden ornamentals for a long time. N. is one of these species. It has big, showy leaves and fragrant clusters of white flowers that hang down and look like … Read more
Cardinal climber or cardinal vine is an annual vine with bright red tubular flowers and cut foliage. It is very attractive to hummingbirds. Is Cardinal Climber an Annual or Perennial? Cardinal climber is one of those eye-catching vines that gardeners love to grow for its bright red flowers that attract hummingbirds. But before you plant … Read more
Dancing is a wonderful way to express yourself and get active. Over the decades, many iconic dance moves have emerged and captured the public’s imagination One such move is the worm, a funky contortion performed horizontally along the ground Let’s unravel the origins and technique of this quirky floor routine. Grooving Face Down: The Basics … Read more
The African spear plant, which is also called the cylindrical snake plant, is a succulent houseplant with spear-shaped, pointy, gray-green leaves that are slightly striped. African spear plants do best in hot, dry places with sandy, well-draining soil. They also like it warmer in the morning than in the afternoon. This plant is toxic to … Read more
A beautiful tropical tree called the jacaranda has fragrant purple panicle-shaped flowers and branches that arch to make a canopy that looks like an upside-down umbrella. In a tropical setting, the jacaranda tree grows quickly, adding about 10 feet to its height each year in its first few years. It grows at different rates depending … Read more
I recently got an email from an Epic Gardening reader with a familiar question. When I first started gardening and didn’t know how to start seeds, I had the same question: Sally, that’s a great question! Knowing the answer will help you learn more about gardening and starting seeds in general, because it depends on … Read more