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Japanese maple trees originated in East Asia and are often part of traditional Japanese landscaping and garden design. Japanese maples are commonly used in bonsai and are prized for their ease of care and beautiful fall leaf colors. The size of the Japanese maple differs by variety and cultivar, ranging from 2 feet to 25 … Read more

The Venus fly trap (Dionaea muscipula) is a perennial carnivorous plant, a member of the sundew family well known for consuming small insects. People grow it in part because of its unique and eye-catching look, but mostly because of what it does. Notoriously difficult to care for, these fickle moisture-lovers can still thrive in your … Read more

Pruning potato plants is a controversial topic among gardeners. Some swear by it for higher yields and healthier plants, while others insist it does more harm than good. So should you prune your potato plants or leave them be? The short answer is – it depends. In certain situations, strategic pruning can benefit potato plants … Read more

This website is reader-supported – thank you! This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. These perennial plants come in a variety of types, including the robust tree peonies, the classic herbaceous peonies, and the hybrid Itoh peonies, each boasting its own … Read more

Buddleia is an easy and fast-growing shrub, that will suit any garden where there is sun and well-drained soil. There are larger and smaller varieties, good for borders and pots. Commonly known as the butterfly bush, the flower heads are full of nectar and are a magnet for many insects. Flowers come in a wide … Read more

Some accounts say mimosa trees were introduced to the United States by French Botanist Andre Michaux in 1787. From his nursery in Charleston, South Carolina, Michaux shipped North American plants to France and imported species from around the world. Michaux brought mimosa seeds back to his nursery from Persia. However, the mimosa tree is native … Read more

Pruning a burning bush (Euonymus alatus) is an important part of maintaining this popular landscape shrub Proper pruning encourages fuller growth, improves the shrub’s shape, and rejuvenates old and overgrown specimens When and how you prune a burning bush depends on your goals. Light pruning to shape the shrub can be done anytime. But for … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Growing vegetables vertically, rather than along the ground, is an ingenious way to unlock more space and boost harvests in a small garden. After nearly 10 years on my allotment, I’ve discovered that vertical gardening makes picking … Read more

While some plants are renowned for their brilliant blooms, others are celebrated for their fantastic foliage, including Caladiums with their spectacularly vibrant leaves. Not only do these tropical plants provide an extremely long season of color, but theyre exceptionally fast-growing and perfect for shaded garden spaces. If youve never grown Caladiums, consider incorporating them into … Read more