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Many gardeners enjoy raising turnips and rutabagas because they are easy to grow and cold hardy. While both have best quality in cool weather, there are important differences between them. Turnips are a form of Brassica rapa, the same species as bok choy and Chinese cabbage. Their quality can be poor when they grow in … Read more
Succulents are popular houseplants known for their drought tolerance and diverse textures. From rosette-forming echeverias to trailing string of pearls, these plants thrive with minimal care when given proper conditions. However succulents will often start growing long pale stems, stretching upwards away from their compact form. This common issue, called etiolation, occurs when the plants … Read more
The angel wing polka dot begonia, also known as begonia maculata, is an eye-catching houseplant beloved for its uniquely patterned foliage. This begonia features olive green leaves in the shape of angel wings, spotted with silver polka dots against a background of deep purple on the undersides. When happy and healthy, this begonia will reward … Read more
Spring is just around the corner (if you believe a certain underground rodent)—but that doesn’t mean winter is kaput. Your garden may be warming up, then suddenly get covered under several inches of snow. Some plants may have already started to sprout, with daffodil “noses” (the tips of the leaves) pushing up through the leaf … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Also known as rose periwinkle or Madagascar periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus), annual vinca is a versatile little stunner with shiny green foliage and blooms of pink, white, rose, red, salmon, or purple. Although this plant isn’t frost-hardy, you … Read more
Jasmine flowers are known for their sweet, exotic fragrance and delicate white petals These flowers are highly symbolic in Indian culture and commonly used in weddings, religious ceremonies, and other celebrations. If you’re looking to purchase fresh jasmine flowers for a special occasion or just to brighten up your home, it’s nice to know you … Read more
Dahlias are absolutely stunning flowers that can add a pop of color to any garden. Their vibrant blooms come in a wide range of colors shapes and sizes. Many gardeners choose to grow dahlias in pots so they can move them around the yard and even bring them indoors over winter. But how long can … Read more
Growing kale is one of the pleasures of spring vegetable gardening. The sturdy seedlings survive sudden cold spells when given modest protection, so you can get an early start and start harvesting nutritious leaves by the time it’s warm enough to transplant tomatoes. Stately kale plants are pretty, too, so they are a great vegetable … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. While hibiscus flowers often grace us with beautiful blooms, these highly sensitive and temperamental plants sometimes fail to flourish. Either there are hibiscus blossoms falling off the plant or the hibiscus buds wont bloom. However, becoming familiar … Read more
Sharing about native plants and their benefits to the environment is something we are so passionate about. We have an extensive amount of resources on our site to help people garden with native plants in the ground. In addition, we want to help encourage gardening with native plants in containers or pots. We have grown … Read more