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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Native to Central America and Mexico, bat face cuphea plant (Cuphea llavea) is named for its interesting little bat-faced blooms of deep purple and bright red. The dense, bright green foliage provides a perfect backdrop for the … Read more
Basket grass, also known as oplismenus is a popular groundcover plant found in many gardens. With its soft flowing leaves, basket grass makes an attractive border or cascading accent in landscape beds. The good news is that basket grass is easy to propagate once you learn a few simple techniques. In this article, we’ll walk … Read more
This fascinating and unusual plant has bat-shaped flowers with long, attractive whiskers – a perfect alternative to growing orchids in the home. These Tacca chantieri plants prefer high humidity, so either place in a warm bathroom or place the pot in a tray of gravel filled with water. Ideal to grow in a shady spot … 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 perennials with funnel-shaped, fragrant flowers that grow from a vine and come in many bright colors such as blue, pink, purple, and white. These beautiful flowers open at the first sunlight and last throughout … Read more
Yucca rostrata is just as unique as its name. Native to Western Texas and Northern Mexico, this tree-like yucca is an ornamental and slow-growing evergreen, perfect as a xeriscaping plant. Known to be one of the toughest trunk-forming yuccas, Yucca rostrata is drought-tolerant and a popular garden attraction in the UK, US, and Canada. The … Read more
The beach morning glory (Ipomoea pes-caprae) is a vibrant flowering vine that can add striking beauty to gardens and landscapes near coastal areas. With its rapid growth, brilliant purple blooms, and ability to thrive in sandy soils, incorporating beach morning glory into your garden design can be highly rewarding This versatile plant can be used … Read more
Beach morning glories are trailing vines with colorful trumpet-shaped flowers that thrive in coastal gardens. However, these plants can fall victim to destructive spider mites. Spider mites are tiny pests that suck sap from plant leaves, causing stippling, discoloration, and wilting. An infestation can seriously impact the health and appearance of beach morning glories. It’s … Read more
Youre probably familiar with bay laurel, most commonly known for its bay leaves, which are a popular herb for flavoring in cooking. What you may not know is what it takes to care for your own bay laurel plants and the benefits of growing them yourself. Letâs dive into everything you need to know about … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Sweet bay is a medium sized Laurel that hails from the Mediterranean. It is used primarily as a culinary herb, but historically it has been used medicinally. A component of bouquet garni, a French seasoning blend, bay … Read more