Plant Care & Maintenance

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

One of the most commonly asked questions about hydrangeas is when and how they should be pruned. Let’s delve into that question here using three simple steps. Itching to prune your hydrangeas? Follow these 3 steps to ensure your success. Hydrangeas are popular flowering shrubs that bloom in showy mounds of color during the summer. … Read more

Tropical hibiscus plants, with their big, brightly colored flowers, are beloved additions to gardens and landscapes in warm climates. But what happens when the weather turns chilly? Just how cold tolerant are these tropical beauties? Let’s take a look at the lowest temperatures hibiscus can handle and tips to help them thrive even when the … Read more

Hydrangeas are one of the most nostalgic garden plants. They make people think of their grandmother’s garden and the long summers they spent as a child. And because their leaves are so lush and their flowers last so long, not many plants deserve a place in the garden more. People often think of all hydrangeas … Read more