Tower Landscape and Design LLC
There are hardy fuchsias that can grow outside year-round and more tender types that will need to be overwintered indoors or under cover. These attractive plants are much admired for their charming, dangling, bell-shaped flowers that can last all summer long and come in a range of hues. They mostly come from South and Central … Read more
Elephant garlic bulbs are becoming an increasingly popular item for home gardeners and cooks. Their large size, mild flavor, and easy growth make them a unique and tasty addition to any kitchen. If you’re interested in planting elephant garlic this season, here’s where you can find bulbs for sale. What is Elephant Garlic? Elephant garlic … Read more
Despite both fleas and springtails possessing the ability to jump, there are many important differences between these two insects that will help to identify if you are dealing with a springtail or a flea. Fleas are small, wingless insects and are reddish-brown in color. They are compressed (flattened) from the top to the bottom of … Read more
Department stores can be a tough place for a plant. Most stores are filled with fluorescent lighting, and the windows are often blocked by racks of clothes or shelves of merchandise. But there are a few plants that can survive—and even thrive—in these conditions. For those seeking resilient indoor plants, explore how fiddle leaf figs … Read more
Can You Leave Dahlia Bulbs in the Ground Over Winter? Dahlias are stunning summer bloomers, but their tropical origins mean they can’t withstand freezing winter temperatures in many climates. So can you leave dahlia bulbs in the ground over winter? The answer depends on where you live. In USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10, dahlia bulbs can … Read more
A bird’s nest fern is a popular and relatively easy-to-care-for houseplant. Its lush green fronds emerging from a central rosette give it a distinctive look that adds a bit of tropical flair to any indoor space However, if your bird’s nest fern suddenly develops yellow leaves, it’s usually a sign that something is wrong. Yellowing … Read more
Has your statement houseplant lost its healthy green hue? These are the potential causes and how to prevent them When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Q: I have recently added an alocasia to my houseplant collection. It has large leaves, which are usually … Read more
Daisies are beautiful flowers that are easily recognisable here in the UK and can bring a simple touch of colour to any garden display. Typically, daisies are made up of a central, usually colourful, disk that is surrounded by long, thin petals that often come in layers. There are lots of plants that produce flowers … Read more
They may sound like an outdoor problem, but pavement ants can also be a nuisance indoors. Here’s what to do. Pavement ants are household-infesting ants that were likely carried over from Europe on 18th-century merchant ships. Since then, these pests have made their way across the country, forming huge colonies, each ranging in size from … Read more
Kalanchoes are popular succulent houseplants with long-lasting blooms. Perhaps you’ve seen one but never brought it home. I want to encourage you to do that because they’re easy to grow and bloom for quite a long time. Here’s how to care for flowering kalanchoes and get them to bloom again. Like most succulents, these are … Read more