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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Morning glories are beautiful, fragrant flowers that wake up with the sun and add vibrant color to your garden. Morning glories are hardy plants and are normally healthy, but sometimes insects on morning glory vines harm the … Read more
With their vibrant flowers and ability to thrive in sandy coastal environments, beach morning glory vines are a favorite for many gardeners However, these beautiful plants can attract unwanted grazing from deer Learning how to properly protect beach morning glories from deer damage is essential for any gardener in deer-prone areas. In this article, we’ll … Read more
Bay laurel is an evergreen shrub or tree native to the Mediterranean area, best known for its leaves which are widely used as a kitchen seasoning. Pointed oval leaves are deep, glossy green with a leathery texture and have little aroma either fresh or dried. But when added to cooking liquids bay leaf releases essential … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. One mature bay tree will keep even the most dedicated cook in pungent bay leaves for a lifetime. If you need more though, it is not difficult to start growing a bay tree from cuttings. For more … Read more
Cuphea llavea is one of about 260 species of Cupheas in the loosestrife family (Lythraceae). This fast growing tender broadleaf evergreen sub-shrub native to Mexico is sold as an annual or houseplant in cooler climates, sometimes under the synonym C. blepharophylla. It is often a conversation plant due to its unique flower shape. The common … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Morning glories are annual vining flowers that bloom, as the name suggests, early in the day. These old-fashioned favorites love to climb. Their trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in vibrant shades of purple, blue, red, pink, and white which … Read more
If you’re a gardener growing beaked yucca plants, you may have encountered the pesky problem of leafhoppers. These tiny, green insects can do serious damage to yucca plants by piercing leaves and sucking out sap. Their feeding causes foliage to wilt, discolor, and decline. Left uncontrolled, leafhoppers can even kill beaked yucca plants. Fortunately, there … Read more
The bat-faced cuphea is a charming little plant that makes a fantastic addition to any garden. With its fuzzy leaves and unique flowers that resemble cute little bat faces, it’s easy to see why this plant has become so popular. When it comes to getting the right size bat-faced cuphea for your needs, there are … Read more
Whiteflies are small insect pests that can cause serious harm to plants in your garden. Theyre tiny, with a wingspan of only about a millimeter or two. However, dont let their size fool you; they can cause significant damage to your plants if not controlled. I will walk you through how to get rid of … Read more
Slugs, slugs, slugs…. When we experience wet weather (which can seem like more than our fair share in Ireland), gardeners can be overwhelmed by slugs and snails. What’s the best solution to ridding our vegetable patches, gardens and borders of these slimy little creatures, without automatically reaching for the slug pellets? It’s the question I’m … Read more