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The bat-faced cuphea, with its unique flowers resembling bats in flight, is an eye-catching plant loved by many gardeners. However, these plants can fall victim to infestations of tiny leafhoppers that damage foliage and stunt growth. Getting rid of leafhoppers on bat-faced cuphea requires persistence and multiple control strategies to protect your prized plants Identifying … Read more
Unearth the thrill of propagating the enigmatic Black Bat Flower —a journey from division to dramatic blooms. The uniquely shaped bat plant, also called Tacca chantrieri, is an exotic houseplant that originates from Southeast Asia. With its dramatic bat-shaped flowers and lush foliage, it’s no wonder bat plant is becoming increasingly popular with houseplant enthusiasts. … Read more
Yucca rostrata is just as unique as its name. Native to Western Texas and Northern Mexico, this tree-like yucca is an ornamental and slow-growing evergreen, perfect as a xeriscaping plant. Known to be one of the toughest trunk-forming yuccas, Yucca rostrata is drought-tolerant and a popular garden attraction in the UK, US, and Canada. The … Read more
Morning glory vines bring old-fashioned charm and a quaint cottage feeling to any garden. However, if you don’t have time to take care of an aggressively seeding plant, you might want to think twice about introducing them into your garden, as they can get out of hand in a hurry. If you have a space … Read more
Morning glory vines bring old-fashioned charm and a quaint cottage feeling to any garden. However, if you don’t have time to take care of an aggressively seeding plant, you might want to think twice about introducing them into your garden, as they can get out of hand in a hurry. If you have a space … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Native to Central America and Mexico, bat face cuphea plant (Cuphea llavea) is named for its interesting little bat-faced blooms of deep purple and bright red. The dense, bright green foliage provides a perfect backdrop for the … Read more
What’s up Lawn Care Nuts? I hope your week is going well and you are seeing some blue skies and sunshine!This week I am going to talk about fertilizer. The reason is that I feel there is some confusion about just exactly “what is a fertilizer?” and “how do I know which one to use?” … Read more
Cuphea llavea is one of about 260 species of Cupheas in the loosestrife family (Lythraceae). This fast growing tender broadleaf evergreen sub-shrub native to Mexico is sold as an annual or houseplant in cooler climates, sometimes under the synonym C. blepharophylla. It is often a conversation plant due to its unique flower shape. The common … Read more
The vibrant flowers and lush green foliage of beach morning glory (Ipomoea pes-caprae) make it a gorgeous addition to any seaside garden. However, these tender coastal plants are prone to damage from birds who feed on the seeds and nest in the foliage. If you want your beach morning glories to thrive, it’s crucial to … Read more
Yucca rostrata is just as unique as its name. Native to Western Texas and Northern Mexico, this tree-like yucca is an ornamental and slow-growing evergreen, perfect as a xeriscaping plant. Known to be one of the toughest trunk-forming yuccas, Yucca rostrata is drought-tolerant and a popular garden attraction in the UK, US, and Canada. The … Read more