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Morning glories, Ipomoea purpurea, are quick-growing vines, popular for their colorful flowers that open each morning from summer until the first frost of fall. Reaching between six and 10 feet in height, this fairly aggressive plant can take over a garden if you aren’t careful. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. … Read more
Annual morning glory (Ipomoea spp.) is a quick-growing flowering vine that thrives in warm sunny spots. Their large flowers open in the morning to the delight of the early bird gardener. But just mentioning the name “morning glory” can cause concern among some. If you’ve lived in warmer areas of the United States, you might … Read more
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below: With its dramatically elongated black petals that resemble a bat in flight Tacca chantrieri also known as the black bat flower or simply bat plant, makes an eye-catching addition to indoor plant collections. However, … Read more
Beach morning glory (Ipomoea imperati) is a gorgeous vine plant that produces colorful trumpet-shaped flowers. However, like many other plants, it can be susceptible to fungal diseases like black spot. This disease manifests as dark blemishes on the plant’s leaves and stems. If left unchecked, it can seriously damage your beach morning glories. Fortunately, there … Read more
Seeing curled, distorted leaves on your bay plant can be worrying. But don’t panic – curled bay leaves are often a symptom of a minor cultural or environmental issue that can be easily corrected. This article covers the most common reasons for bay leaf curl and how to get your plant back to health. What … Read more
There are several different types of Laurel plants that are suitable for hedging. Most of the hedging plants sold in the UK come from the Common or Cherry Laurel group (Prunus laurocerasus) but Portugal Laurel also makes a dense, evergreen hedge. Bay Laurel is also a useful hedging plant but is not hardy enough in … 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
If your plants look stunted and its leaves exhibit chlorosis and lack vigour, yet you’ve done everything right and you can’t figure out why, it’s time to check the roots of your plants. If the roots are knobbly and have galls, you have a case of root knot nematodes in your soil. I have experienced … Read more
Beaked yucca plants (Yucca rostrata) are stunning architectural plants but their leaves are susceptible to damage from chewing insects like caterpillars. If you notice ragged bites holes, or frass on your yucca’s foliage, chances are caterpillars have moved in. Getting rid of caterpillars will take diligence, but protecting your yucca’s health and appearance is worth … Read more
Aphids are common pests that can quickly damage and stunt the growth of basket grass plants. These tiny, sap-sucking insects attack the leaves, stems, buds and even the roots. Left uncontrolled, aphids can weaken and eventually kill basket grass plants. While chemical insecticides are an option, many gardeners prefer organic, eco-friendly methods. This guide covers … Read more