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Arrowwood viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) is a popular deciduous shrub known for its white spring blooms, shiny leaves, and blue berries in late summer. Like most shrubs, arrowwood viburnum requires occasional pruning to maintain its shape, encourage new growth, and remove any damaged or diseased stems. Proper pruning is key to keeping arrowwood viburnum attractive and … Read more
Not everything that is called jasmine is botanically a true jasmine. The name jasmine is commonly used for flowering plants that have a scent like jasmine but don’t necessarily belong to the genus Jasminum. Asiatic jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) with its fragrant pale yellow flowers is one of them. Unlike jasmine shrubs and vines, Asiatic jasmine … Read more
For green thumb pet owners, ensuring your backyard is safe for furry friends is a top priority. Arrowwood viburnum is a popular shrub known for its beautiful blooms and fall foliage. But with a curious dog or playful cat in your home, you may be wondering – is arrowwood viburnum safe for pets? I completely … Read more
Austrian pine is medium to fast-growing, reaching 40 to 60 feet in the landscape, taller on very old specimens. Combined with the dark green needles, the dense habit makes for an outstanding specimen tree. The pyramidal crown which becomes flat topped and somewhat irregular on older specimens is comprised of thick horizontal branches sweeping horizontally … Read more
Ashwagandha is one of a class of plants known as adaptogens. These are consumed as teas, tinctures, powders and supplements – as well as in their raw form. Withania somnifera, also known as “Indian ginseng”, “winter cherry” or most commonly as simply “Ashwagandha”, has been used in traditional ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. Ayurveda … Read more
The Asian Jasmine plant also known as Jasminum sambac is a popular ornamental plant with a rich history. This beautiful vine-like plant with fragrant white flowers is native to Southeast Asia and has been cultivated for centuries.Tracing the origins and historical journey of the Asian Jasmine offers an intriguing botanical tale. The Early History The … Read more
The answer is yes. My aunt asked me about this yesterday. Her yard space is well-spoken for, but her husband would really like to have an avocado tree. “They get big,” she said. They do indeed. Most varieties will exceed 30 feet, if unimpeded. But they don’t have to. Here are my best two ideas … Read more
The graceful, evergreen Austrian pine tree (Pinus nigra) is a popular ornamental landscape tree, especially in colder climates. Its attractively shaped, lush green needles provide great cover and beauty. However, Austrian pines can fall victim to several diseases that affect their needles and branches. If you notice your pine’s needles turning yellow, brown, spotty, or … Read more
Tree ferns, with their majestic lacy fronds, are perfect for adding a touch of tropical elegance to the garden. With their lush, dramatic fronds and sturdy trunks, tree ferns can transform any outdoor space into an oasis, even in the middle of the city. Whether you’re nurturing an Australian tree fern (Cyathea cooperi) or a … Read more
Southern arrowwood, also known as arrowwood viburnum, is valued for its durability and utility in the landscape. It’s ornamental features include white, flat-topped flowers in late spring, ink-blue fruits in September, and wine-red fall color. The native shrub makes a great screen, informal hedge, and is useful in groupings and masses, or as filler in … Read more