Plant Care & Maintenance

I am learning a lot about caring for weeping cherry trees…a little late though, since I recently lost one. Weeping cherry trees are a lot more temperamental than I realized. I am certainly not a horticulturist by any means…just a homeowner learning the hard way. As I showed you on my Instagram, we HAD two … Read more

Russian sage can be propagated by taking cuttings or by dividing the plants – heres how to try it at home When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Q: I have an established Russian sage in my front yard. I love its vibrant purple … Read more

Catmint (Nepeta) is a genus of perennial ornamental herbs in the mint family that also includes catnip (Nepeta cataria). These easy-to-grow plants have slightly aromatic gray-green foliage with a delicate, lacy appearance. Their billowing foliage is topped with spikes of white, pink, or lavender-blue flowers. There are many different catmint cultivars and new ones are … Read more

Also known as the Epipremnum aureum. The golden pothos is native to the Solomon Islands, Polynesian Islands and South East Asia. Devil’s Ivy Leaves Turning Brown Causes and Solutions As a proud owner of a Devil’s Ivy houseplant nothing is more worrying than noticing your plant’s lush green leaves turning brown. This vibrant vine native … Read more

Celeriac is closely related to celery but the edible part is it’s swollen root. It has an unusual flavour, a cross between celery, fennel and aniseed. celeriac works well roasted and served with other root veg and squashes, in soups and stews. It also makes a great alternative to mashed potato. Celeriac is easy to … Read more

Common bleeding heart (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) is a spring-blooming herbaceous perennial that forms arching stems from rhizomatous roots. The plant is a fast grower that typically reaches 2 to 3 feet tall within around 60 days. Although it flourishes best outdoors, you can keep a bleeding heart plant indoors as well. Bleeding heart flowers are small … Read more

Propagating mistletoe cactus (Rhipsalis) is an easy and rewarding way to get more of these trailing indoor plants. With its cascading stems covered in rounded leaves, the mistletoe cactus makes a beautiful houseplant. By propagating from cuttings or offsets, you can grow multiples of your favorite variety. In this complete guide, I’ll walk you through … Read more

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Black-eyed susans (rudbeckia) bring a blaze of burnished glory to the garden in the late summer months with their daisy-style flowers. Also known as coneflowers, rudbeckias come in a range of colours, from yellow to orange, and sizes. There are also annual, biennial and perennial varieties, so there’s plenty of choice, as long as you … Read more

Can You Divide Russian Sage? A Complete Guide to Propagating this Fragrant Perennial Russian sage is a gorgeous perennial that brings lovely purple-blue blooms and silver foliage to gardens from midsummer into fall. It has a beautiful airy look and a lovely fragrance that makes it a joy to have in your outdoor space. If … Read more