Annual Phlox aka Phlox drummondii (Flox Drum-on-dye) is sometimes called “Texas Belle” because this colorful spring and summer wildflower plant hails from the “Lone Star” state in North America. This
The spectacular Caesalpinia pulcherrima [ses-al-PIN-ee-uh pul-KAIR-ih-muh] produces bright orange flowers looking like butterflies lingering over the plant. It’s an unusual yet marvelous sight. Native to Central and South America and
Sanchezia speciosa [san-CHEH-zee-uh, spee-see-OH-suh] is an evergreen perennial shrub species from the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical rainforests of northeastern Peru and Ecuador where it grows as an understory plant
If you want to add the element and sound of water to your garden or patio without making a big monetary investment try making your own terra cotta fountain! The
Here’s the deal on potted patio trees. Every balcony, deck, and patio can use a least one container grown small patio tree. These container trees range from 3′ to 8′
Landscaping is great.. when you see what a professional can bring to the landscape… it’s even better. However, not everyone can afford, to spend thousands on a professional landscaper for
Botanically known as Euonymus japonicus [yoo-ON-ih-mus, juh-PON-ih-kuh], the plant type belongs to the spindle tree family Celastraceae (Japanese Spindle Tree ‘Microphyllus’). Native to Japan, China, and Korea, the Evergreen Euonymus
Fatsia Japonica [FAT-see-uh, juh-PON-ih-kuh] is a flowering plant species belonging to the Araliaceae family (Aralia plant) and is native to Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea. Fatsi, one of the plant’s
Hummingbirds are wonderful tiny creatures and great additions to the garden. There are plants you can grow to help attract these flying gems, but including a hummingbird feeder with the
Blue Star Creeper plant (Isotoma fluviatilis) is a low growing, evergreen ground cover and can be quite invasive. Blue Star Laurentia (Isotoma axillaris) is a taller plant that bears similar
No flower runs through a greater range of true blue than does the gentian. Since its various species provide bloom from early March to winter snows, it seems strange that
Did you know that the decorative shine of stainless steel gazing balls can spice up your lawn with both style AND an entirely renewable resource that helps your garden grow?
One of the oldest methods of propagation is by air-layering. It may not be the fastest method, but it does allow you to start with a much larger plant or
Question: Someone told me a dry well or french drain installation will help with drainage in our landscape. What is it, and can we build it ourselves? Hollie, Ohio Answer:
I always like to see plants commonly grown in one form, growing in a different way or style. Colorful, butterfly attracting Lantana plants and growing hibiscus trees into standards instead
A garden fabric, also known as a weed barrier fabric, preen weed control fabric or preen landscape fabric, is an all-purpose fabric used by many gardeners for weed prevention and
The lilac tree (Syringa vulgaris) produces one of the most universally popular and beloved flowers. I guess that is why lilac bush care is so rewarding – I’ve never met
If you live in the city with limited outdoor space, you know the struggle of bringing beautiful greenery into your life. Luckily, even a small patio or small balcony garden,
Have you ever heard of the term “deadhead”? No, we’re not talking about the diehard fans of the band “The Grateful Dead.” So what is deadheading then? Deadheading flowers is
Garden stones come in many different types available for landscape use. Each type is suited for a different use, making it important that when selecting a stone, you need to
Have you ever tried stump removal using Epsom salt? Epsom Salt has many uses besides making baths more relaxing and healthy for your skin and body. Epsom salt help tomato
You’ve seen them! The elephant ear plant – colocasia with it’s spectacular, giant leaves adding a tropical feel to any landscape. Learn all about growing them, their needs, pest issues
It is simple – Mulching… Of the 100’s of innovations, labor savings introductions, tools and ideas, designed to help us in the landscape, lawn or garden get more done with
Palm tree – when you hear those words what pops into your mind? Cold hardy palm trees are not what most people think of. Most people I’ve surveyed immediately think
Browallia speciosa comes from Colombia, forms a bushy plant of bright- to dark-green leaves, set with innumerable white-throated violet-blue flowers. Browallia also is known by the common names of: Sapphire
The deciduous handsome Silk Oak, scientifically known as Grevillea robusta (grev-ILL-ee-uh, roh-BUS-tuh) is a part of the family Proteaceae. It is native to the temperate climate of eastern coastal Australia
Native to Asia, especially in Japan, China, and Korea, Pittosporum tobira [pit-oh-SPOR-um TOH-bir-uh] is a dense mounding evergreen shrub belonging to the Pittosporum family (Pittosporaceae). Despite its nativity to Asian
Corokia cotoneaster [kor-ROH-kee-uh, kot-on-ee-ASS-ter] is a flowering plant species of the Rosaceae (rose family) native to New Zealand. The genus name Cotoneaster derives from cotoneum, a Latin name for the
Jasminum Nudiflorum [JAZ-mih-num, noo-dee-FLOR-um] is a deciduous, slender shrub native to Northern China. However, it has been naturalized and widely cultivated in France and some parts of the United States.
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata [am-pel-OP-sis, brev-ee-ped-un-kew-LAY-tuh] comes from Asia and often gets confused for a grape species. It’s also commonly known by the following names: Creeper Porcelain berry Amur pepper vine Wild