How to Care for Old Rose Bushes: A Guide to Reviving and Maintaining Vintage Roses

Rose care is easier than you think—anyone can grow them successfully. Plant your roses in a sunny location with good drainage. Fertilize them regularly for impressive flowers. Water them evenly to keep the soil moist. Prune established rose bushes in early spring. Watch for diseases like powdery mildew or black spot. If you’ve been putting … Read more

Autumn Lily Encore Azalea Reviews: Evaluating the Performance, Bloom Quality, and Durability of This Popular Variety

Encore azaleas are prized for their ability to bloom in spring summer and fall when many other azaleas drop their flowers until the next season. The Autumn Lily variety stands out for its pristine white blooms accented with occasional soft purple stripes. But how well does it really perform in home landscapes? Here’s an in-depth … Read more

Your Guide to Purchasing a Japanese Fern Tree for Your Landscape

The Japanese fern tree, also known as Filicium decipiens, is an unusual and exotic specimen tree gaining popularity in landscapes. Its graceful form and delicate, fern-like foliage create striking visual interest. If you’re considering adding a Japanese fern tree to your outdoor space, this guide will provide useful information and tips to help you find … Read more

How to Grow Stunning Black and Blue Salvia from Seeds

Black and blue salvia (Salvia guaranitica ‘Black and Blue’) is a show-stopping flower loved for its rich saturated colors and towering height. The flower spikes are a vivid iridescent blue while the bud sepals are a deep midnight black. Combined together, it creates a gorgeous two-tone effect. This tropical-looking salvia makes a dramatic statement planted … Read more

Can You Eat an Indoor Pineapple Plant? Exploring the Edibility and Differences Between Ornamental and Fruiting Varieties

Pineapple plants make a fun and unique houseplant with their spiky, tropical foliage Some produce edible pineapple fruits indoors while others are purely ornamental. This often raises the question – can you eat an indoor pineapple plant? This article covers the key differences between fruiting and non-fruiting varieties and provides tips on safely consuming homegrown … Read more

Growing Hot Lips Sage – A Care Guide

With its vibrant bicolor blooms in red and white, Hot Lips sage (Salvia microphylla ‘Hot Lips’) is one of the most popular ornamental salvias. This pretty plant thrives with simple care, rewarding the gardener with endless flowers perfect for bouquets In this article. we will cover everything you need to know about successfully growing Hot … Read more