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Dogwood trees are easily recognizable and incredibly popular in the home landscape and for good reason. These beautiful trees are symbols of spring. They offer dazzling displays in both spring and fall. Enjoy attractive blooms in early or mid spring, depending on the variety, and amazing red autumn foliage. Flowering dogwood trees only reach about … Read more
Ferns are non-flowering houseplants that are grown for foliage which can take many forms: from the delicate Boston fern to the tough and leathery fronds of the Bear paw fern. As members of the Polypodiospoda class, ferns are vascular plants that reproduce by means of spores. They have complex leaves that uncoil from fiddleheads into … Read more
The whimsical foxglove plant (Digitalis purpurea) has brought joy to my heart for years. And as far back as the 1700s, foxglove flowers have also brought physical healing to hearts in need. The man credited with the introduction of digitalis into the practice of medicine was William Withering, who first used extracts of the plant … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you want a big, burly fern with stout foliage, try growing a Macho fern. What is a Macho fern? These robust plants form a large clump of fronds and thrive in shade to partial shade. They … Read more
Mimosa tree (Albizia julibrissin) is an unmistakable beauty, with its frond leaves, otherworldly pink flowers, and long seed pods. Each element appears to dance weightlessly on the breeze. When Mimosa is in flower, its delicate scent, reminiscent of gardenia and fruit, fills the air. Learning of Mimosa’s foremost herbal indication as a mood balancer and … Read more
pH is a scientific term that describes the amount, or “power” (hence the “p”), of hydrogen (the “H”) that’s available within the soil. The hydrogen ions are what enable a plant’s roots to absorb the various nutrients from the soil. The pH of soil ranges from 0 to 14, and we speak of low pH … Read more
Pansies (Viola x wittrockiana) are vigorous, fast-growing, colorful flowers that are a great choice for early and late-season containers or garden beds. In the violet family, Violaceae, the flowers have almost heart-shaped, overlapping petals in bright colors or bi-colors, often with face-like center markings. Pansies are hardy annuals, even if they are technically tender perennials … Read more
Why is My Prickly Pear Cactus Drooping? Causes and Solutions As a proud prickly pear cactus owner, few sights are more concerning than noticing your once upright paddles beginning to bend and droop downwards. Your mind races – why is my prickly pear cactus drooping? Is something wrong with its care? While a drooping prickly … Read more
Ponytail palms, also known as elephant foot, are fantastic and cute indoor houseplants. Their caudex makes for a striking appearance. But growing a ponytail palm outdoors is actually more common, believe it or not! You get to take advantage of the full spring, summer, fall, and winter growth cycle of this incredible plant. Without further … Read more
The dumb cane plant, also known by its scientific name Dieffenbachia, is a popular houseplant known for its large, lush leaves that come in a variety of colors and patterns. Though easy to care for, getting the watering schedule right is key to keeping your dumb cane healthy and thriving. Understanding how much and how … Read more