Tips For Successful Mandevilla Winter Care
You love the display of flowers your ‘rock trumpet’ aka Mandevilla plant produces in the spring and summer. But, what is the deal on caring for Mandevilla in winter? How
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Is Mandevilla Plant Poisonous or Toxic?
One of the popular members of the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, is the Mandevilla plant (Mandevilla spp.), tropical perennials with exotic and colorful flowers. With over 100 species, this gorgeous climbing vine
Clematis Jackmanii Plant Care: How To Grow Jackman Clematis
Clematis jackmanii [ Klem’-a-tis, jak-MAN-ee-eye] is a cultivar of the Clematis genus and part of the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. The vine was first introduced in 1862 as a modern large-flowered
Planting Clematis In Fall: Is Planting In Fall Smart?
Is it smart to plant Clematis in the fall? The answer is a qualified “Yes.” The only qualification of concern is with what kind of Clematis you plant, and in
Winter Jasmine Care: How To Grow Jasminum Nudiflorum
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.
Aristolochia Elegans: How to Grow the Climbing Calico Flower
With its unusual flowers, Aristolochia elegans makes an interesting addition to any room. Pronounced [a-ris-toh-LOH-kee-uh] [ELL-eh-ganz], Aristolochia elegans belongs to the Aristolochiaceae family of plants. It’s native to parts of
Lavender Trumpet Vine: Learn Clytostoma Callistegioides Growing & Care
The lavender trumpet vine or Clytostoma callistegioides pronounced [kly-toh-STOH-muh kal-lis-steg-ee-OY-deez] belongs to the genus Clytostoma genus, which is part of the family Bignoniaceae. Other plants in the Bignoniaceae family include:
What Are 10 Of The Best Trellis Plants and Flowering Vines?
Choosing the ideal trellis plants that flower can be a challenging decision. There are plenty of climbing plants and flowering vines for growing on a trellis system. Each of the
Growing Cobaea Scandens: How To Care For The Cup-and-Saucer Vine
The Cobaea scandens [ko-BEE-uh SKAN-dens] is a fast-growing vine with beautiful flowers. While technically a perennial, many choose to grow the Cobaea as an annual flowering plant vine. It comes
Dutchmans Pipe Plant Care: How To Grow Aristolochia Macrophylla Vine
The Dutchman’s pipe the common name for Aristolochia macrophylla [a-ris-toh-LOH-kee-uh mak-roe-FILL-ah] is a climbing plant (trellis) with large leaves. If allowed Aristolochia will quickly cover the surface, it’s growing over. Dutchman’s
Jasminum Polyanthum Care: How To Grow Pink Jasmine
The Jasminum polyanthum [jaz-MIN-ee-uh pol-ee-ANTH-um] is a climbing shrub that produces fragrant white blooms. It’s a semi-deciduous evergreen vine (in some locations) native to Burma and China and suitable for
Jasmine Plant Care: Learn How To Grow Jasminum Plants
Jasmine plant care is easy with varieties like Jasminum polyanthum a tropical plant hailing from China where it grows wild without care. The Jasminum has become popular in the United States
Tips On Jasminum Grandiflorum Care: Learn To Grow Spanish Jasmine
Jasminum grandiflorum [JAZ-mih-num gran-dih-FLOR-um] is a deciduous shrub, best suited for outdoor use. Jasminum are found throughout Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Many assume Jasminum grandiflorum with the common name
Growing Candy Corn Plants: How To Care For Manettia
The Manettia is an evergreen perennial vine from South America that produces unusual, small bell-shaped flowers resemble candy corn. Manettia pronounced [man-ET-ee-uh] and is a genus with over 120 species.
How To Care For Ornamental Sweet Potato Vine
Ornamental sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) makes an excellent addition to any garden. They do well in traditional flowerbeds, in landscaping and are wonderful container plants. They can also be
How To Get Rid Of Poison Ivy, Poison Sumac and Poison Oak
There are quite a few plants that can be harmful to people upon contact. The chemical found in these plants can cause skin inflammation, itching rashes, and blisters. The most
Firecracker Vine: How To Care And Grow The Ipomoea Lobata
Growing the firecracker vine (Ipomoea lobata), makes a relatively easy task. The plant does require quite a bit of attention when grown indoors and as such, you need to stay
Cypress Vine Care: How To Grow Ipomoea Quamoclit
The cypress vine or more botanically correct the Ipomoea quamoclit a species of the morning glory family. A gorgeous easy to grow flowering vine that can make your efforts to the garden much easier
Friendly Morning Glory Vines: Growing and Care
Vines, like the Morning Glory are accommodating garden subjects. Similar to a full flowering Mandevilla vine they’ll adorn a trellis, arbor or pergola built especially for them. Or the morning