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Austrian pine, also known as European black pine, is a majestic evergreen conifer that can grow quite tall With its dense, pyramidal form and long, dark green needles, it makes a striking specimen tree in landscapes and parks If you’re considering adding an Austrian pine to your yard, you probably want to know exactly how … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Selecting perennial flowers can be one of the most difficult aspects of planting flower borders or landscapes. Carefully taking the needs and requirements of the plants into consideration will help to ensure that these plantings are quick … Read more
The Arizona cypress (Cupressus arizonica) is an evergreen conifer that is native to the southwestern region of North America. This tree is an excellent choice for inclusion in a xeriscape and other desert landscaping because it has low water needs once the root system has had a chance to spread and entrench itself. With its … Read more
The Austrian pine is a popular evergreen tree used in landscapes across much of North America With its pyramidal shape, long needles, and ability to thrive in a variety of conditions, it’s easy to see why gardeners love this pine However, if you have pets that roam your yard, you may wonder – is the … Read more
That said, I only mention the crop in passing in my book Totally Crazy Easy Florida Gardening because of the processing it takes to actually eat it without getting a mouthful of fibers. All I write is: “Arrowroot is very easy to grow and beautiful to look at, but the yields are small. Roots require … Read more
Spider mites are tiny sucking pests that can quickly wreak havoc on indoor and outdoor gardens. Many species of the spider mite (family: Tetranychidae) are common in North America and attack both indoor and outdoor plants. They can be especially destructive in greenhouses. Interestingly, spider mites are not true insects, but are classed as a … Read more
I grew up on a small, organic family farm and after a gap year spent working on an American ranch, I started studying agricultural science. Soil, organic farming practices, and plant science are what I am most drawn to. At home, when Im not in our garden, you can find me in the kitchen, cooking … Read more
The vibrant variegated foliage of the Ascot Rainbow Spurge makes it a staple in many homes and gardens. However, these showy plants are prone to infestations of mealybugs – a common houseplant pest. Mealybugs are small, sap-sucking insects that can quickly infest and damage plants. If you find cottony white masses on your Ascot Rainbow … Read more
Seeing the leaves on your avocado plant curling and deforming can be worrying. But don’t panic! Curled leaves are a common issue for avocado plants, and one that can be fixed when you know the cause. In this article, we’ll walk through the most common reasons for curled leaves on avocado plants We’ll also give … Read more
Ornamental artillery plant, Pilea microphylla, aka gunpowder or pistol plant, military fern, or rockweed, is an herbaceous perennial. It is one of about 600 types of non-stinging Pilea species in the Urticaceae, or nettle family. This tropical species thrives outdoors year-round in Zones 11 to 12 as a short-lived evergreen perennial. It is also grown … Read more