Plant Care & Maintenance

The peanut (Arachis hypogaea) is a leguminous perennial plant native to South America that’s usually grown as an annual in the UK. Technically, peanuts are not actually nuts as the plant belongs to the Fabaceae (pea and bean) family. Peanuts are commonly referred to as groundnuts, earthnuts, or monkey nuts. The common name ‘groundnut’ comes … Read more

Terrariums, or bottle gardens, are mess-free and easy to care for, creating little landscapes for house plants that are both calming and therapeutic. They’re easy to make, look perfect on a desk or coffee table and make excellent gifts. An open terrarium is a miniature garden enclosed in a transparent container, open to allow airflow. … Read more

Sansevieria (also known as Mother-in-Law Tongue or Snake Plant) is an amazing plant. The sansevieria originally came from Africa and made its way to Europe in the 18th century. The scientific name for this particular sansevieria is Dracaena Trifasciata. Its sword-like leaves have striking sculptural beauty and the care is very simple. I have snake … Read more

Compost is often referred to as black gold, the stuff makes gardens thrive, and if you make your own compost, it’s a type of gold that does not cost anything. But before you start spreading it in your yard, you need to make sure that you follow a few basic rules because using compost too … Read more

How much cold can tomatoes tolerate? Tomatoes are notoriously cold-sensitive, so it helps to know what to do with the plants when temperatures drop. Your tomato plants may still have unripened or partially ripened fruit on them when the thermometer plummets to the freezing mark. Learn how to protect your tomato plants when the cold … Read more

Ensure your Venus Fly Trap flourishes with proper sunlight—key to its health and hunting success! Venus flytraps are fascinating carnivorous plants that have adapted to survive in nutrient-poor soils by trapping and digesting insects. Their unique snap traps and insect-eating capabilities make them very popular with plant enthusiasts and collectors However, successfully growing healthy Venus … Read more

Aside from the sound of crashing waves, nothing transports us to a beach—umbrella drink in hand—better than a palm tree. And bringing that tropical, laid-back vibe indoors couldn’t be easier than placing a potted parlor palm in a corner on the floor. Parlor palms (Chamaedorea elegans) aren’t needy roommates, either. They like what we like—warm … Read more

Dipladenia is a beloved tropical vine among flower gardeners, due to its trumpet-shaped flowers and branching foliage. Aside from its beauty, growing dipladenia attracts hummingbirds and bees to your garden, supporting biodiversity. Because it’s tropical, those in areas with cold winters have the luxury of growing a dipladenia indoors. Dipladenias can bring a burst of … Read more

If you’re a flower person like me, then you probably love how easy hydrangeas are to take care of. Aside from their easy maintenance, I love the look of them. They provide a huge bloom per stem which allows them to look full with fewer flowers. One of my favorite types of hydrangeas is the … Read more

If you’ve noticed the leaves of your umbrella plant drooping, you’re probably wondering what’s going on and how to fix it A droopy umbrella plant is never a good sign, but the good news is that this issue can often be corrected with a few simple adjustments to your care routine In this article, I’ll … Read more