Growing Mullein Indoors as a Houseplant

  The towering flower spikes of mullein are a familiar sight along roadsides and open meadows across much of North America. But did you know you can also grow mullein indoors as a houseplant? With its soft fuzzy leaves and medicinal uses, mullein makes an unusual and attractive addition to any indoor plant collection. Mullein … Read more

Why Are My Rhododendrons Dying? 8 Common Causes and How to Save Them

Rhododendrons are iconic flowering shrubs, prized for their showy spring blooms and attractive evergreen foliage. However, rhododendron health can suddenly take a turn for the worse, leaving bewildered gardeners wondering – why are my rhododendrons dying? While rhododendrons are relatively low maintenance shrubs once established, they do have some particular cultural requirements. Read on to … Read more

How to Care for Strelitzia Nicolai (White Bird of Paradise)

With its large, vibrant leaves and tropical look, the Strelitzia nicolai plant, also known as the giant white bird of paradise, makes a stunning houseplant. Native to South Africa, this arching plant can grow up to 20 feet tall in its natural habitat but typically reaches 3-8 feet indoors. Caring for these beauties is straightforward … Read more

Timing is Everything: Determining the Best Season to Prune Mulberry Trees

Mulberry (Morus spp. ) trees are fast-growing, deciduous trees that are known for their different leaf shapes, tasty berries, and the awful stains their berries can leave on the sidewalk if they land on someone’s mouth instead. Some have red fruit while others produce tasty purple or white fruit. A fruitless cultivar exists for those … Read more