Plant Care & Maintenance

It’s possible that cleomes’ lack of popularity comes from the fact that they look like weeds when they are young seedlings. Cleomes don’t usually bloom until they are well established in the garden, unlike pretty marigolds or bright New Guinea impatiens. Some gardeners plant seeds in early spring, but most choose to do it in … Read more

Rubber plants, or Ficus Elastica, are generally very low maintenance plants. With just a little bit of love and care, they’ll live very happily in your home. But sometimes, no matter how good you are at taking care of plants, the following common problems can happen with rubber plants: Luckily, these common rubber plant problems … Read more

With their vibrant cups in bold colors, tulips are a classic flower loved by many But did you know there are other flowers that highly resemble tulips, yet aren’t actually tulips at all? From early spring bloomers to unusual tropical varieties these flowers will fool any casual glance. Read on for 8 stunning flowers that … Read more

With their voluminous blooms and lush foliage, hydrangeas make a bold statement in any garden. But surrounding them with the right companion plants can take your hydrangea display from great to extraordinary! The key is to choose companion plants that complement hydrangeas visually while having similar growing requirements. Here are 15 of our favorite hydrangea … Read more

Cyclamen, or Cyclamen persicum, is a small flowering plant with sweet-smelling small flowers on long stems that rise above the leaves. It’s a tuberous perennial, which means that during the summer it dies back to its thick roots (tubers) and then grows back quickly each fall. Flowers come in shades of pink, purple, red, and … Read more

Aster plant pruning is a must if you want to keep these perennial flowers healthy and blooming abundantly. Pruning is also useful if you have asters that grow too vigorously and are taking over your beds. To do it well you only need a few tips on perennial pruning. Asters are classic fall-blooming perennials that … Read more

You can prune sedums in either the winter or the spring. Learn about the pros and cons of each and when to prune. Sedums that grow along the edges of your garden should be cut down every year when their growing season is over. There are gardeners who think it’s better to wait to cut … Read more

Canna lilies are stunning tropical-looking plants that produce beautiful flowers in shades of red, orange, yellow and pink. Their large, banana-like leaves and height make them stand out in any garden. While cannas are not cold hardy, there are some tricks to help them survive winters in cooler climates. An Overview of Canna Lilies Cannas … Read more

Caladiums are tropical plants which come in a variety of colors and combinations. They are native to the banks of the Amazon River in South America. Caladiums are wonderful in pots, hanging baskets, and in mass plantings in the landscape. There are three main colors: red, pink, and white. Each type of caladium has its … Read more