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Austrian pine trees (Pinus nigra) are a popular and attractive evergreen species known for their pyramidal shape, long dark green needles, and ability to withstand urban conditions With proper care and maintenance, these hardy trees can thrive for many years in home landscapes and provide beauty throughout all seasons In this comprehensive guide, we will … Read more
Pilea microphylla, also commonly known as artillery plant, is an annual or short-lived perennial. It’s best recognized by its many pairs of small, fleshy green leaves that give the plant an almost fern-like appearance. Tiny green flowers appear during the growing season but they aren’t very prominent. However, they do release a burst of yellow … Read more
Autumn sage is a beautiful ornamental plant with its red tubular flowers attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. However these vibrant blooms can also attract tiny unwanted guests – ants! Ants may crawl on autumn sage plants in search of the sweet nectar inside the flowers or the sticky honeydew secreted by aphids. An ant infestation can … Read more
The baby jade plant, also known as the jade necklace plant or rupestris jade, is a charming and easy-to-care-for succulent. As its name suggests, it has a miniature size and dainty appearance reminiscent of jade jewelry. Let’s explore the various varieties of this cute little plant! Overview of Baby Jade Plants The baby jade plant … Read more
As a gardener, seeing insects munching away on the leaves and stems of your beloved plants can be disheartening. Among the most troublesome pests that may infest sage plants are beetles. These invasive bugs can quickly defoliate and damage young sage plants if left unchecked. If your baby sage plant has fallen victim to a … Read more
Caterpillars, as every schoolchild knows, eventually turn into butterflies and moths. So why do you want to get rid of them? They may be beautiful and excellent pollinators, but as caterpillars or larvae, unfortunately, they are one of the most destructive pests in vegetable gardens and orchards. Read on for advice on identifying signs of … Read more
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an important medicinal herb used in Ayurvedic medicine. The roots and leaves of ashwagandha are used to make tonics and supplements. However high quality ashwagandha plants start with good seeds. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about ashwagandha seeds – selecting healthy seeds proper storage, pre-sowing treatments, sowing … Read more
Baby sage, also known as Salvia microphylla, is an aromatic herb that is popular for its culinary and ornamental uses With its attractive foliage and blooms, baby sage makes a great addition to gardens, containers or in the kitchen When planting baby sage, proper planting depth is key to helping the plant establish and thrive. … Read more
Powdery mildew is a common fungus that affects a wide variety of plants. It is easily identified and appears as light grey or white powdery spots usually found on infected leaves, but can also be found underneath, or on stems, flowers, fruit or vegetables. The spots spread and will eventually cover most of the leaves … Read more
Arrowwood viburnum, also known as southern arrowwood, is a fairly small flowering shrub featuring an upright, rounded shape with stems of glossy green and oval foliage with toothed edges. This shrub bears showy white flowers and blue-black fruits. Arrowwood viburnum thrives in temperate conditions, preferring full or partial sunlight and moist but well-draining acidic soil. … Read more