Plant Care & Maintenance

From small projects to corporations our API powers over 10,000 integrations. Get started with the API thats built for business and trusted by developers. With their lush green leaves, hanging fruit, and twisting vines, kiwi fruit trees emanate a tropical beauty. For gardeners and nature lovers, images of these iconic trees capture their vigor and … Read more

Thyme is a popular herb grown in many home gardens for its culinary and ornamental value. However, several common weeds resemble thyme and can be easily mistaken for the real thing. Knowing how to distinguish thyme from lookalike weeds is important for proper plant identification and effective weed management. Why Identifying Thyme Lookalikes Matters Properly … Read more

African violets are cherished for their colorful blooms and attractive foliage. Among the thousands of varieties, some stand out as exceptional. One such variety is the African violet ‘Frozen in Time’, a stunning plant known for its captivating flowers and variegated leaves. In this article, we’ll explore why this variety has earned its poetic name … Read more

With its brilliant crimson blooms resembling parrot beaks, Alstroemeria psittacina, also known as parrot lily, makes a stunning addition to cottage gardens. However, this South American native requires some specific care and growing conditions to thrive. Here is a comprehensive guide to successfully caring for Alstroemeria psittacina. Sun and Soil Requirements Parrot lily thrives in … Read more

Gardening and houseplants bring immense joy and satisfaction to millions of people. There’s something magical about nurturing a tiny seedling into a magnificent, mature plant. As any enthusiast knows, it’s easy to end up with more plants than space! That’s where Take a Plant Leave a Plant comes in. This growing movement facilitates sharing between … Read more

With its wispy, threadlike tendrils, Spanish moss adds a whimsical touch of nature to floral arrangements, wreaths, and home decor While stunningly beautiful, this delicate plant dries out quickly when cut Preserving Spanish moss enables crafters to enjoy its rustic charm long after it’s harvested. There are several methods for preserving and coloring Spanish moss … Read more

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Introduce abundant blooms to your garden even in the cold, dark season with Sasanqua or Winter-blooming Camellias. Camellia sasanqua is a great low-maintenance plant with shiny, deep green leaves that do well in shady spots and bright, long-lasting … Read more

An artfully arranged band of bricks handsomely defines the boundary between grass and garden. If you put the bricks down flush with the ground, they can also be used as a mowing guide. You can run the wheels of a push mower right on top of the border edging and not have to use a … Read more

As a long-time avid gardener, I take pride in being able to identify most ornamental plants on sight. But weeds are another matter. Identifying the usual cast of weedy characters, like chickweed, henbit, and crabgrass, is no problem. As for more exotic or less common weed species, I confess my knowledge is somewhat limited. That … Read more