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We all love to add a touch of greenery to our homes, but did you know that some common houseplants can be toxic to our cats? That’s right, some plants can cause mouth irritation, difficulty swallowing, and even death if ingested by cats. But don’t worry, keeping your cats safe doesn’t mean you have to … Read more
Snake plants are one of the most popular houseplants, and they’re easy to take care of, too. They thrive in low light and can survive on just water alone (and no fertilizer). But what happens when your snake plant dies? If you notice any of these signs, it could be time to revive it! If … Read more
Foxgloves (Digitalis) are easy to grow biennial or short-lived tender perennial flowers in shades of purple, pink, white, apricot and browns with semi-evergreen rosettes of basal foliage and upright spires of tubular bell-shaped blooms that usually appear between late spring and early summer. Most foxglove varieties are winter hardy to zone 4 or 5 and … Read more
Weeping cherry trees are a stunning ornamental variety of cherry tree that are beloved for their graceful, cascading branches and profusion of spring blooms. Their weeping habit and relatively compact size make them ideal accent and focal point trees in home landscapes. When selecting a weeping cherry for your yard, it’s important to understand how … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Why are my fig leaves turning yellow? If you own a fig tree, yellow leaves will be a concern at some point in its life. Questions about yellow fig leaves show up every year on every gardening … Read more
The Star of Bethlehem Flower: Its Meaning, Symbolism, and Spiritual Significance The star of Bethlehem flower also known as Ornithogalum umbellatum is a beautiful winter bulb native to the Mediterranean region. With its delicate white petals forming a perfect star shape, it’s no wonder this flower has captivated people for centuries. But beyond its visual … Read more
Canna is one of several tropical garden plants that can be grown in northern climates with specialized care. Technically, the roots of cannas are rhizomes, but they are commonly referred to as bulbs because the root structure closely resembles that of a classic plant bulb. In warm climates (USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10), canna … Read more
Rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a hardy deciduous shrub that produces showy flowers throughout the summer. With its fast growth habit and large size reaching up to 12 feet tall, you may wonder if rose of sharon can be successfully grown in a pot or container. The good news is that with the right … Read more
As a gardener, I love having beautiful Japanese maples in pots on my patio during the warm seasons. But when winter arrives, extra care is needed to help these delicate trees survive the cold temperatures. Properly winterizing container maples until spring is crucial. In this article, I’ll share my best tips for protecting potted Japanese … Read more
Seeing those bright green leaves on your rhubarb plants slowly turn yellow can be worrisome for any gardener. Rhubarb leaves turning yellow is usually a sign that something is wrong and the plant is under stress. The good news is that with the right troubleshooting, you can get your rhubarb back to health. In this … Read more