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Touch me not plants, also known as mimosa pudica or sensitive plants, are unique flowering plants known for their rapid plant movement and sensitive leaflets that fold inward when touched Growing touch me nots from seeds is an easy and fun gardening project that offers a novel addition to any garden. An Overview of Touch … Read more
Coming in at just shy of six feet tall, cleome, otherwise known as spider flower, is your gardens answer for back border height. Cleome seeds will produce softball sized clusters of rose, violet, cherry, and white blooms from summer through fall. With their dramatic stamens projecting out of their tall, exotic blooms, cleome acts as … Read more
Mock orange is a popular spring-flowering shrub known for its incredibly fragrant white blooms that resemble orange blossoms. Its sweet scent and showy flowers make it a favorite in many gardens. But did you know that mock orange can also thrive when grown in pots and containers? In this complete guide, we’ll cover everything you … Read more
Do Nectarine Trees Self Pollinate? A Detailed Look at Fruit Production Nectarines are one of summer’s juiciest treats, with their smooth, vibrant skin and sweet yellow flesh. For gardeners lucky enough to grow their own nectarine trees, harvesting fruit straight from the branch is an unparalleled reward. However, abundant fruit production is not guaranteed. One … Read more
Can Canna Lilies Grow in Shade? A Complete Guide Canna lilies are known for their large, tropical-looking leaves and bright blooms that add drama to gardens and containers While they thrive in full sun, I sometimes get questions from gardeners wondering if these beauties can grow in shadier spots After testing cannas in different amounts … Read more
Lobelia can grow well in pots with minimal effort. Compact or trailing annual lobelias are a great choice for hanging baskets or planters placed on patios, balconies, entryways. Lobelia is a great, colorful choice to add to a variety of planters, and they are easy to care for as container plants. Lobelia is a popular … Read more
Cats curiosity often leads them to explore plants in our homes, but not all plants are safe for them. Numerous toxic plants for cats can cause mild to severe symptoms of toxicity. A few examples of toxic plants for cats include certain species of succulents, palm-like plants, lavender, and more. In this complete, vet-approved guide … Read more
String succulents are exactly what their name implies- succulents that are growing in a form of creeping strings or chains. All of these plants have somewhat similar characteristics, with pendant stems and green and fleshy leaves. Strings are formed by multiplying rows of leaves or forming a vine. String succulents do not require much care, … Read more
At the range map link above, zoom in for county-level data Photo: Mervin Wallace. Scroll down to see more photos of this plant. Mint plants are popular additions to herb and ornamental gardens thanks to their fragrant foliage and pretty flowers. While purple blooms are the most common, did you know there are many mint … Read more
Nuts are not only delicious and nutritious, but nut trees can also add beauty and utility to your outdoor space. There is a wide variety of nut-bearing trees suitable for different climates and yard sizes that can provide food, shade, ornamentation, wood, and more. This guide will go over the top nut trees to consider … Read more