Looking to add striking colors and bold textures to your garden or landscape? Consider incorporating beautiful green and yellow agave plants. With their vibrant bicolor foliage and sculptural shapes, these succulents make eye-catching specimens In this complete guide, you’ll learn all about selecting, planting, and caring for stunning variegated agave plants with their mesmerizing swirls … Read more
It’s impossible not to love a plant with shiny, beautiful leaves and a beautiful shape. Schefflera plants are easy to find these days, and I’ve grown a lot of them over the years. This is my favorite, though. Here are some tips on how to take care of and grow Schefflera Amate so that your … Read more
Lipstick plant is a beautiful flowering indoor plant prized for its shiny foliage and interesting flowers. The name comes from the fact that the flower buds stick out of dark tubes that look like little lipstick tubes. In front of a bright window, this tropical houseplant looks beautiful. It’s also a great way to add … Read more
Many of us like to have plants in our homes, but did you know that some common houseplants can be harmful to cats? Yes, cats can get sick, have trouble swallowing, or even die if they eat certain plants. But don’t worry—you can still have plants in your home even if you want to keep … Read more
Question: How do I get rid of gnats? Im pretty sure they are gnats at least. They are really, really tiny and look like black dots. I bought a house spray and have been spraying about 4-6 times a week. They are only in my kitchen at the base of my back door. I cant … Read more
Brown spots on the stems of houseplants and outdoor plants can be alarming to plant parents. But don’t panic – these spots usually indicate a minor issue that can be easily treated with a few adjustments to your care routine. Read on to learn what causes brown spots on plant stems and leaves, how to … Read more
The polka dot plant, also known as hypoestes phyllostachya, is a popular houseplant known for its brightly colored foliage. This tropical plant is native to Madagascar and features oval shaped leaves decorated with pink white or red spots, hence the common name “polka dot.” While polka dot plants add a pop of color to indoor … Read more
As of late, fake plants have come a long way, and olive trees are once again popular in interior design as a plant for decorating homes. I love Olive trees for their subtle look and delicate, silvery leaves. They complement so many home décor styles, think farmhouse, modern and contemporary, you can’t go wrong. Today, … Read more
As long as you follow their rules, eucalyptus trees do very well in containers. A version of this article first appeared in the 2020 issue of “Ramblings of a Gumnut.” Looking for a well-behaved standard eucalyptus for a container? Our 9 litre E. archeri plants look great in pots, but don’t forget to buy them … Read more
As any gardener knows, plants can be expensive to purchase. Starting plants from seeds can take a long time. That’s why learning techniques for plant propagation is a valuable skill for multiplying your garden’s bounty. Propagation allows you to turn one plant into many new plants quickly, easily, and for free. In this guide we’ll … Read more