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
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
Many gardeners love to keep Christmas cactus in their home garden because it is one of the most popular holiday succulents. The plant looks better because of the bright flower blooms that come from the tendrils that drape and creep over it. The Christmas cactus is the best plant for people who want to keep … Read more
Forget-me-not is valued for its attractive flowers. While the blooms are usually blue, other colors do exist. The buds that come before the flowers are pink, so you get two colors for the price of one. These plants are herbs historically used as an astringent to treat wounds and some medical conditions. A short plant … Read more
Find out how to tell the difference between male and female plants and which birds help keep holly trees safe. Holly is a common plant in the UK. It is often linked to Christmas, along with ivy and mistletoe. Its bright red berries and shiny green leaves with sharp points that can hurt careless hands … Read more
Impatiens are a gardener’s best friend, brightening shady beds and borders with their cheery blooms in shades of pink, red, white, orange, purple and more. While most impatiens are grown as annuals and replaced each year, cutting back your plants in fall can help them survive the winter in zones 8-11. For colder zones, pruning … Read more
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With their sculptural shapes and spiky, evergreen foliage, yucca plants provide unique texture and visual interest whether grown indoors or outdoors But watering these drought-tolerant plants can be tricky How often should you water a yucca plant for good growth? Let’s examine their water needs and techniques for keeping them hydrated just right. The Basics: … Read more
Want to know how to wash dark leafy greens? This two-step process will get rid of all the dirt, bugs, and other bugs that might be on your kale, chard, and other dark leafy greens. ???? ???? If you buy organic, this is especially important, as bugs love their veggies, too!. Kale is one of … Read more
Irises can be kept healthy and full of flowers by dividing clumps before they get congested. This is also a good way to increase stocks of plants. Rhizomes are creeping swollen root-like structures that are actually adapted stems. Roots, stems with leaves and flowers are produced along its length. See plants such as Anemone nemorosa, … Read more