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Is Plains Coreopsis an Annual or Perennial? Unraveling the Growth Habits of This Cheerful Wildflower

Plains Coreopsis is a drought tolerant annual wildflower native to North America[1][2]. Scientifically known as Coreopsis tinctoria, it grows 1-3′ tall in full sun and well draining soil[3]. Not picky about soil type, it blooms for roughly two months in Summer to early fall it attracts bees, butterflies, skippers, and hosts several moth caterpillars[4]. I’ve … Read more

Neanthe Bella Palm Indoor Care: A Complete Guide

Due to its popularity as a houseplant, the Neanthe Bella palm (Chamaedorea elegans), thrives in indoor conditions. Reaching between two and six feet, the stems are upright and have a bamboo-like appearance, and the pinnately compound leaves spread and droop slightly. If you have a Neanthe Bella palm, be sure to place it in a … Read more

How Often Should You Water a Yucca Plant? Your Complete Guide

Yucca plants are iconic succulents that originate from arid, desert environments. With their sculptural forms and spiky, evergreen foliage, yuccas make excellent houseplants and landscape specimens But caring for these drought-resistant plants does require paying close attention to their water needs. So how often should you water a yucca for optimal growth and health? The … Read more

Caring for Clematis Through the Winter Months

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Clematis plants are known as the “queen vines” and can be divided into three groups: early flowering, late flowering, and repeated bloomers. Clematis plants are hardy to USDA plant hardiness zone 3. Nothing adds elegance, beauty, or … Read more

Growing Tumbling Tom Tomatoes in Hanging Baskets: A Complete Guide

They’re juicier, stronger tasting, and more vibrantly coloured than the ones you find in supermarkets which – let’s face it – are sometimes bordering on anaemic. But how do you grow tomatoes in hanging baskets? What’s required to achieve your own tumbling cornucopia of juicy garden goodness? We’ve written this guide to answer all the … Read more