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During these difficult times, bringing your community together is more important than ever. If you love all things plants, reconnect with others and host a free neighborhood plant exchange swap — sharing is caring! Plant swaps are a rewarding method of promoting inclusivity within your neighborhood and allow you to share the love of plants … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Rhubarb is a plant grown by braver gardeners who know the wonderful flavor of this unusual and often difficult to find plant. But, a new rhubarb grower may have questions like, “How to tell when rhubarb is … Read more
It is very important to use nutrient-poor soil to grow Venus Flytraps. Regular potting soil or enriched soil will burn the roots and kill your Venus flytrap very quickly. We do not recommend fertilizing Venus flytraps. The fertilizer can burn the roots and likely kill the plant. Some expert growers use extremely diluted fertilizer. In … Read more
The lily of the incas, also known as the Peruvian lily or alstroemeria, is an exotic flower shrouded in mystique. With its beautifully speckled petals and rich history, this bloom has become a treasured flower full of symbolic meaning. In this article, we will uncover the origins and cultural significance of the lily of the … Read more
The onset of spring is a magical time as nature awakens from its winter slumber. Trees begin to bud, flowers start to bloom, animals emerge, and the land turns green again. Of all the trees that showcase the wonder of spring, perhaps none is as magnificent as the oak. With its enormous trunk and expansive … Read more
2024 was named The Year of the African Violet by the National Garden Bureau and I am so here for it. The cheerful, compact, easy-care African Violet is a plant Ive always had a few of for the last 30+ years. They should come with a warning though. Theyre very addictive! As well as my … Read more
Have you ever heard someone plead “please don’t eat the daisies” and wondered what on earth they were talking about? This peculiar saying has a fascinating origin story that sheds light on its figurative significance. In this article I’ll explore the background, literal definition and evolving figurative meanings of this quirky phrase. A Look Back … Read more
The bold dramatic leaves of elephant ear plants provide serious tropical flair in gardens and containers. While most varieties sport all green leaves the royal hawaiian aloha stands out with its eye-catching multicolored foliage. This popular elephant ear is prized for its vibrant purplish-black leaves marked with electric green veins. In this article, we’ll take … Read more
February and March are good months for pruning some of our woody landscape plants. By now, trees and shrubs are dormant. The ground is also solidly frozen, making it easier to reach branches and remove them. And with the exception of evergreens and oaks, they have dropped their leaves providing a clear view of their … Read more
Vibrant, beautiful and easy to grow and propagate, there are so many reasons to grow hardy geraniums. Plenty thrive in shade, too. Whether its at the foot of a north-facing wall, or simply the dappled shade of deciduous trees, these varieties will thrive as long as the soil is reasonably fertile, and isnt parched or … Read more