A Quick Guide To Different Plant Types
One of the most confusing parts of growing plants is the fact that we’re all taught as children to treat every plant the same, which can often lead to a
General Ornamental Info Archives
A Guide to Common Plant Terms
Plants aren’t just something to eat or look at. Many help clean toxins from household air, and some even soak up radiation. Even more important is that ongoing research correlates
Travelers Palm Care: Tips On Growing Ravenala Madagascariens
Tropical plants provide some of the most interesting conversation pieces due to their vibrant colors and unique shapes. The Travelers Palm, aka Ravenala madagascariensis (ra-VEN-ah-la mad-uh-gas-KAR-ee-EN-sis) is a perfect example of both.
How To Grow And Care For Sanchezia Plant [GUIDE]
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
Euonymus Japonicus Care: Tips On Growing The Japanese Euonymus
Botanically known as Euonymus japonicus, the plant type belongs to the spindle tree family Celastraceae (Japanese Spindle Tree ‘Microphyllus’). Native to Japan, China, and Korea, the Evergreen Euonymus is an
New Zealand Christmas Tree: Metrosideros Growing and Care (Pohutukawa)
The magnificent New Zealand Christmas Tree Metrosideros excelsa is a popular plant in its native New Zealand, hence its common name. The attractive plant stands out when it blooms during
Cyperus Alternifolius Care: Tips On Growing The Umbrella Papyrus
Cyperus alternifolius is one of the most popular houseplants from the sedge family Cyperaceae. If you’re caring for a Cyperus Alternifolius plant, you’ll want to know everything there is to know about
Burning Bush Plant: Growing And Care Of Euonymus Alatus
Homeowners looking for a scintillating burst of bright crimson in their garden or yard won’t have to look very far- the Euonymus alatus, or the Burning Bush is the perfect
Growing Podocarpus Macrophyllus: Care Tips For The Fern Pine
Podocarpus macrophyllus pronounced [pod-oh-KAR-pus mak-roh-FIL-us] and has a few common names: This small-sized to medium-sized evergreen tree is native to southern Japan and southern China. It’s also the state tree of Chiba
Spike Moss Plant: How To Grow And Care For Selaginella
Selaginella (Spike Moss Plant) is a low moss-like growth, spores for reproduction, grows only a few inches tall, spreads, soft dark green leaves, hardy tough roots and stems. [DETAILS]
Growing The World’s Largest Flower The Corpse Flower (Amorphophallus)
The corpse flower, its common name or botanically Amorphophallus is a tuberous rooted plant from the Arum family (Araceae) and native to Africa, Australia, and Southeast Asia. It is in
Growing Acorus Gramineus ‘Variegatus’ Plants: Caring For Sweet Flag
As evident from its common names, acorus gramineus ‘variegatus’ [AK-or-us, gram-IN-ee-us, var-ee-GAY-tus] is a plant with a grassy appearance and is native to Japan, Korea, and East Asia. A species
New Zealand Flax Care: Growing the Sword-Like Phormium Tenax
The bold look of the New Zealand Flax, Phormium tenax [FOR-mee-um TEN-aks] helps add a dramatic touch using potted plants for patio or balcony design. It features long, sword-shaped leaves
9 Common Poisonous Plants You May Grow
“Poisonous plants – can you tell me which ones are?” That is a question I get all the time. Very often the email is asking for a list of poisonous
How To Add Color To The Landscape Without Using Flowers
When gardening in our backyard, the plants and the flowers take center stage. Flowers are a wonderful way to provide color in the landscape. However, some flowers are short-lived. It’s
Growing Standard Trees Perfect Plants For Balcony, Deck, Patio and Front Entry
Container gardening is very popular today, but it’s not new. People have been growing large container plants for centuries, and there are favorites found in every culture. One very popular
21 Favorite Fragrant Flowers For the Garden
Fragrance in the “garden” is often overlooked. A fragrant flower scent can play an important role in what you experience while outdoors. A charming fragrant flower garden is a wonderful
Japanese Andromeda: Pieris Japonica – Elegance and Beauty Year Round
Few shrubs can match the Japanese Andromeda plant, particularly in elegance and beauty all the year ’round. It is not only an evergreen but has theatrical blooms of a clear
The Biggest Flower In The World – STINKS?
What Is The Biggest Flower In The World? It’s a question many of us have wondered about but never really looked in to. With “flowers” as tall (9 feet) as
Finding Recommended Native Plant Species
Many new landscaping projects today require or suggest planting native plants. Face it natives already are adapted to the climate, pests, need less irrigation and fertilizer, making them lower maintenance.