If you remember a vine creeping around your grandmother’s kitchen, chances are it was a Hoya plant. The thick waxy leaves of this tropical indoor plant make it often called a “Wax plant.” It’s a classic because it lives forever, gets very big, and makes beautiful, fragrant flower clusters that look like porcelain (hence the … Read more
Sansevieria (also known as Mother-in-Law Tongue or Snake Plant) is an amazing plant. The sansevieria originally came from Africa and made its way to Europe in the 18th century. The scientific name for this particular sansevieria is Dracaena Trifasciata. It has striking sculptural beauty and the care is very simple. I have snake plants in … Read more
Is the pot for your snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) too big? Does the foliage look like it’s suffering? Your plant might be in a place where its roots are so many that the soil can’t hold water. If so, it may be time to think about how repotting snake plant is done. Getting your snake … Read more
Mushrooms are unique in that they’re the only fungi that people regularly consume. They’re known for their delicious culinary applications and range of medicinal uses. But many people don’t know much about them or where they come from, even though they’re becoming more popular and more kinds are being sold in stores. This article will … Read more
Gorgeous, old-fashioned peonies with showy, full flowers will catch the eye of all who pass by. These perennials are so long-lived that theyre often handed down from one generation to the next. Not only do peonies have beautiful flowers in shades of pink, white, red, peach, yellow, and lilac, but many of them also smell … Read more
Angel Wing Begonia, which is also called Begonia coccinea, is a lovely plant that gardeners love for its beautiful leaves. It looks beautiful in any garden, indoors or out, thanks to its unique leaves that look like angel wings. Growing an angel wing begonia indoors produces a year-round houseplant with attractive foliage. The foliage is … Read more
There are many reasons you may consider pruning your fiddle leaf fig tree. In the months since it first came into your life, it may have become uneven because you haven’t rotated it once. Some leaves may have unsightly brown spots, and you may be thinking about getting rid of these damaged and possibly infected … Read more
Potato grow bags have become increasingly popular in recent years for home gardeners looking for an easy way to grow potatoes in a small space. But do these fabric pots actually produce a decent potato harvest? In this article we’ll take an in-depth look at potato grow bags to find out if they really work … Read more
Do your rose bush’s leaves turn red? While red leaves can be a normal part of the bush’s growth pattern, they can also be a sign that something major is wrong. Anyone who loves roses should know the difference between normal growth and signs that something big is wrong with their rose bed or garden. … Read more
The pretty, lily-like amaryllis is a popular choice for a houseplant. It looks beautiful in a pot indoors and comes in a range of colors, such as white or pink, orange, salmon, red, and even two-toned. This bulb doesn’t need a very big pot, but you will have to move it to a bigger one … Read more