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Azaleas are loosely branched, shade-loving evergreen or deciduous shrubs with elliptical leaves. They bring delightful white, purple, yellow, and red flowers—and all hues in between—to the spring garden when the clusters of funnel-shaped blooms appear. Azaleas need at least four hours of sunlight daily and afternoon shade in places with scorching summers. Keep their soil … Read more
The Arizona Cypress is a popular evergreen in the southern states. This tree boasts impressive drought-tolerance while also giving year-round color and shape to your landscape. With its many benefits, this low-maintenance tree is a favorite for people who donât necessarily have a green thumb. The Arizona cypress (Cupressus arizonica) is a stunning evergreen conifer … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Who doesn’t love a firm, ripe avocado? And the pleasure is doubled when it comes from your own tree. Avocados grow well outside in very warm hardiness zones. If you live in a cooler area or you … Read more
False cypress is generally not considered toxic to children or to pets. It is worth noting that while most varieties of this plant are not poisonous, they are also not considered edible. There is one Italian version of cypress that is poisonous: Cupressus sempervirens. Cypress varieties can be difficult to identify correctly, so it’s generally … Read more
The avocado plant (Persea americana) is a fascinating specimen with unique root and stem structures that enable it to thrive. In this article, we’ll explore the intricate anatomy and vital functions of the roots and stems that are key to the avocado’s growth and survival. Anatomy and Function of Avocado Roots The avocado root system … 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
Contrary to its name, the Australian tree fern (Cyathea cooperi, also known as Sphaeropteris cooperi) is actually more tree than fern. Typically, when we think of ferns, we envision plants such as the painted ferns (Athyrium niponicum) or autumn ferns (Dryopteris erythrosora) , which achieve a mature height of about 18 to 24 inches. But, … Read more
If you can avoid the serious problems that sometimes afflict the Austrian pine (Pinus nigra), it can be the perfect conifer for a city landscape. It is able to withstand many challenging environmental conditions of an urban environment, such as pollution and salt sprays in the air. It is also quite an attractive pine in … Read more
Unlock your Euphorbias vibrant bloom with strategic nurturing tips that ensure a floral spectacle! Ascot Rainbow Spurge is a gorgeous variegated perennial that brightens up any garden with its colorful foliage. While relatively low-maintenance, proper pruning is essential to keeping your Ascot Rainbow Spurge looking its best. This in-depth pruning guide will walk you through … Read more
Sometimes there comes along a plant that is just a gardener’s dream. Beautiful during the growing season, native, great for pollinators, great for birds, useful in the landscape, and overall easy to care for. I’ve got you hooked already don’t I? This plant would be a member of one of my favorite groups of plants: … Read more