With its beautiful colors and unique narrow upright shape, this Black TowerTM Elderberry PP23633 (Sambucus nigra Eiffel 1) will be the talk of the town. The large, serrated leaves emerge light green and age to this deep purple, almost black color!. The leaves are just the beginning of the plant’s amazing beauty. In early summer, … Read more
With their huge fronds and sweet fruit, banana trees add a tropical flair to any garden But how long do these fast-growing giants live? Let’s explore the lifespan of banana trees and how to keep them thriving for years. The Basics of Banana Growth First, some background on banana biology Bananas are not trees at … Read more
Lavender is a fragrant herb that is popular for its beautiful flowers and aromatic scent. With its gray-green foliage and tall flowering spikes, lavender makes an excellent addition to any garden. Many gardeners wonder if they can propagate more lavender plants by separating or dividing existing plants. So can you separate lavender plants? Let’s take … Read more
A layered compost bin is easy to use and works well for turning food scraps and yard waste into rich, healthy compost. This step-by-step guide will help you set up and take care of a healthy compost bin in your backyard, no matter how much or how little you know about gardening. Stacking carbon-rich materials … Read more
Moss that is no longer alive but has been chemically preserved and used for art or decoration is called “preserved moss.” Preserved moss brings powerful, natural energy to any setting. You may have seen some displays in high-end restaurants and hotels, spas, gyms, pools, and even some apartments. It is common to spell out simple … Read more
Butterfly bushes are prized for their long blooming period, attractiveness to pollinators and wide adaptability. One of the most popular varieties is Nanho Purple butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii ‘Nanho Purple’). With its arching growth habit lavender-pink flowers, and irresistible fragrance, it’s easy to see why Nanho Purple has become a butterfly bush favorite. An Overview … Read more
Nitrogen is an essential nutrient that all plants need to thrive. While nitrogen is abundant in the air plants can’t use nitrogen in its gaseous form. They can only use nitrogen in its solid form which is why choosing a plant food with high levels of nitrogen is crucial for healthy plant growth. In this … Read more
Let’s say you can’t find a good match for what you see for sale online right now. Like, maybe your piece is bigger or smaller, thicker or thinner, in better or worse shape, and so on. These are reasons to change your asking price a bit based on what other people have sold things for. … Read more
With their plume-like blooms that come in a rainbow of colors, astilbes make a stunning addition to any garden. These easy-care perennials thrive in shade and provide unique texture as well as summer color. If you’re looking to add astilbes to your own landscape, you’ll be happy to know many retailers carry these plants for … Read more
If you live in Europe or North America, you may have encountered a fascinating spider with a unique marking on its abdomen – a fleur de lis pattern resembling a heraldic cross. This distinctive spider is known as the Cross Orbweaver or European Garden Spider with the scientific name Araneus diadematus. Identifying the Cross Orbweaver … Read more