How To Grow And Care For Lemon Grass Plants
Lemon grass plants, Citronella Grass, fever grass or Cymbopogon citratus grows largely in clumps. But, what is lemon grass? Is lemongrass a perennial? Yes, it is a perennial-type grass. What does
Liquid Plant Fertilizer Archives
Liquid fertilizer for plants or soluble plant food is a great way for plants to “drink in” rich nutrients through their leaves, stems, blooms, branches, roots. Just add to water, sprinkle or spray on everything you grow indoors or out! But some plants like all varieties of Pothos, Aglaonameas, Impatiens, and ferns respond well to liquid fertilizer like the list below.
How To Grow and Care For The Stargazer Lily
The Stargazer flower. The stargazer lily adds beauty to your garden and a sweet fragrance! The Stargazer is an oriental type of lily hybrid in the Liliaceae family. It is
When, How To, and What Kind Of Fertilizer Is Best For Angel Trumpets?
Brugmansias (broog-MAN-zee-ah) are famous for their large drooping flowers, which give the genus its nickname of angel’s trumpets. These plants, now extinct in the wild, have become quite popular over
How To Care For Phaius The Nun Orchid
The Phaius tankervilliae or Phaius tankervilleae, also known as the Phaius Nun’s orchid, is one of the easiest orchid species to grow at home. The handsome foliage of the nun orchid
How To Care For Anthurium Plants Indoors
Hailing from the rainforests of South and Central America, with a range stretching from Mexico to Argentina and the Caribbean, comes the biggest genus in the entire Araceae family: the
Aglaonema Silver Bay Growing and Care
The Aglaonema Silver Bay plant is a perennial member of the Araceae family and is one of the newer hybrid Aglaonema varieties developed by Doctor Jake Henny of the University
Fittonia Albivenis Care: The “White Veins” Nerve Plant
There are quite a few popular tropical plants grown for their foliage, but many of them are toxic to pets. Today, we’re looking at a species that’s not only perfectly
Fittonia Argyroneura: Is It A Plant Or A Group?
How do you take a fantastic genus such as fittonia and make it bigger? Why, make countless cultivated Fittonia varieties, of course! That’s precisely what the Argyroneura Group, sometimes referred
Fittonia Verschaffeltii (Mosaic Plant) Growing and Care Tips
Fittonias are an interesting genus, with only two species (Fittonia albivenis and Fittonia gigantea) and dozens of Fittonia varieties and cultivars, mostly from Fittonia albivenis. Members of the Acanthaceae family
Growing Alocasia Macrorrhiza: Giant Elephant Ears Care
There are many things to love about the Philippines: the food, the people, the culture, and the plants. Many of the Alocasia varieties we know and love come from the
Hibiscus Tree Care: A Complete Guide To Growing Hibiscus Plants
The potted tropical hibiscus tree is a popular plant across the US in the springtime. Their red flower along with other colors finds a home on front porches, out on
What Is The Best Fertilizer For Anthurium Plants?
Anthuriums are one of the most misleading plants in the entire Araceae family. They are collected for their colorful spathes, mistaken for flowers (the actual flowers tend to be small
Queen Anthurium Warocqueanum: Growing and Care
There are a lot of philodendron fans out there who thought they’d never be disloyal, especially to anthuriums. But the funny thing about being the largest genus in the Araceae
Anthurium Clarinervium Growing and Care
Anthurium clarinervium was first documented in 1952 in southeastern Mexico by botanist Eizi Matuda. The specific epithet, clarinervium, means veined or nerved and references the deep, contrasting vein patterns on
Chlorophytum Comosum Care: Tips On Growing Spider Plants
Chlorophytum comosum (Spider Plant) is a favorite houseplant. It is practically foolproof for novice gardeners. These sturdy little houseplants are easy to care for and hard to kill! Yet, they
Aeonium Arboreum Growing and Care
Aeonium Arboreum [ee-OH-nee-um ar-BOR-ee-um] hails from northern Africa and the Canary Islands and does well in most coastal settings. The Aeonium is a member of the Crassulaceae or Stonecrop family.
Adenium Boehmianum Growing and Care
Humankind has always had a morbid fascination with danger, and this often translates into the garden. A perfect example is Adenium boehmianum, the bushman poison plant. The people in its
How To Grow And Care For Ficus Altissima
Ficus altissima (FIK-us al-TISS-ih-muh) is also called Lofty Fig, Asian Council Tree, or simply Council Tree. It is a flowering plant in the Mulberry or Moraceae family of plants. This
Peperomia Varieties: Old Standbys | Rosettes | Bushy Uprights
Many peperomia varieties and types have become nearly indispensable foliage plants and stunning houseplants. For example, the “baby rubber plant” or “radiator plant” adapts itself to semi-sunny or shady locations
Bat Plant Flower – How To Grow And Care For Tacca [BAT PLANTS]
The black Bat flower plant – with the botanical name Tacca Chantrieri it has a wild, bizarre, unusual flower. As exotic as it may look, the Bat Plant is not a difficult
Please Help! Why Won’t My Christmas Cactus Bloom?
One of the best things about Schlumbergera is its habit of blooming at times of the year when most of your other plants are dormant. Of these, the Christmas cactus
Anthurium Crystallinum Growing And Care
Anthurium crystallinum (an-THUR-ee-um kriss-TAL-in-um) are tropical plants prized for their gorgeous ornamental leaves. Crystallinum is relatively easy to take care of, making it favored in many houseplant lovers’ households. Native
What Is The Best Spider Plant Soil?
Chlorophytum comosum (kloh-roh-FY-tum kom-OH-sum), better known as spider plant, or airplane plant is a common addition to homes and offices. These popular houseplants require very little maintenance. It can be
How To Grow And Care For The Datura Fower and Plant
The Datura plant is a native to South, Central, and North American regions. This large plant has pale, grayish-green leaves and white, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in the night. The
Growing San Pedro Cactus: How To Care For Trichocereus Pachanoi
The San Pedro cactus is arguably the most popular columnar cactus in desert gardening circles, Trichocereus pachanoi [try-koh-KER-ee-us puh-KAH-no-ee] gets its name from the hairy (tricho) floral tube. This Trichocereus
Balsam Flowers Growing and Caring for Impatiens Balsamina
The Balsom flower is easy-to-grow when plants receive organic and well-rich soil. The soil should also be moist at all times. Learn tips on growing and care.
Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata Care Tips
Peperomia Obtusifolia Variegata (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, ob-too-sih-FOH-lee-uh, var-ee-GAY-tuh) is a handsome variegated variety of the baby rubber plant. It is a popular Peperomia species in the family: Piperaceae. The evergreen plant is
Why Are My Seedlings Turning Yellow?
Gardeners know the tribulations of growing seedlings. We often hear, “My seedlings are turning yellow Why” We share details on how to Fix it [DETAILS]
Growing Alocasia Polly: Caring For The Polly Alocasia Amazonica
The origin of Alocasia Polly is a little bit of a mystery, but this compact plant is beautiful and is a true conversation piece. This article shares information on Polly Alocasia care.
Caring For Alocasia Frydek: Velvet Micholitziana Growing Tips
Alocasia Frydek (Micholitziana) has arrowhead-shaped velvety dark green leaves with bright white lateral veins. Frydek like all Alocasias loves humidity. This article shares Frydek care information.
African Violet Care: How To Grow African Violet Plants [GUIDE]
Do you remember the African Violet care your grandma gave the plants sitting on her kitchen windowsill? Don’t feel bad I don’t either. I do remember they always had flowers
How Can You Make Pothos Grow Faster?
Pothos in general will grow quickly, but if you want it to grow at top speed, you must pay close attention to soil quality, temperature… [DETAILS]
Fertilizing Croton Plants: When and How To Fertilize Crotons
When picking a Croton fertilizer do you pick the granular, slow-release, or a water-soluble liquid fertilizer? Croton is well known for its colorful foliage, and vibrant leaves the croton a visual treat. Click on this article for tips on Croton fertilizing.
How To Care For The Fuchsia Plant
Fuchsia plants come in plenty of varieties and colors, they make good potted small trees, train them to develop bushy shape, care is easy, and they Fuchsia like cooler temperatures. Hardy fuchsia is a perennial alternative to the tender annual fuchsia. Click here for Fuchsia growing tips. [LEARN MORE]
Learn How To Grow A Cat Palm
The “cat palm” or botanically Chamaedorea cataractarum palm [kam-ee-DOR-ee-uh, kat-uh-RAK-tar-um] is a small perennial palm plant from the Arecaceae family. It is a native plant of Central America and
Learn Tips On Growing Coleus From Seed
Anyone who has ever tried rooting Coleus blumei from cuttings knows how easy it is to grow. Many of us got our first house plant – a coleus plant by
Crossandra Plant Care: Tips On Growing The Firecracker Flower
Crossandra plants aka the firecracker flower produces clusters of bright apricot-colored blooms, and grow in full sun. Charming addition to the garden. Click on this article for growing and care information on firecracker Crossandra.
Calathea Medallion: How To Grow And Care For Calathea Veitchiana
Calathea Medallion is an indoor foliage plant originating from the New World tropics. Medallion belongs to the Marantaceae family, also called the prayer plant family. Calathea Medallion is a perennial,
BAMBOO PALM Plant: How To Care For The Chamaedorea Seifrizii
Let’s talk about Chamaedorea Seifrizii the indoor bamboo palm tree! For starters, it is NOT a bamboo plant. Chamaedorea seifrizii (kam-ee-DOR-ee-uh see-FRIDZ-ee-eye) is a member of the Arecaceae family hailing from forested
Allamanda Plant Care: Growing The Golden Trumpet Bush Of Beauty
The Allamanda plant is one of the group of semi-climbing, upright growing plants, and becoming more and more popular nowadays. The most popular being Allamanda cathartica (al-uh-MAN-da kath-AR-tick-uh) plant. They