USDA Zones— 4 – 10 Difficulty— Easy Other Names— Lupinus Texensis, Buffalo Clover, Texas Bluebonnet, Texas Lupine Where do Bluebonnets Grow? Wild and beautiful, bluebonnets are the state flower of Texas. They cover the many roads and uncultivated areas of Texas in a shade of lush, blue in spring and summer. Texas Bluebonnets are easy to grow. They do not require much fertilization, the watering requirement is minimum and are drought tolerant....

If you keep it moist but not soggy, instead of drooping in the heat like so many annual flowering vines, it will reward you with a growth spurt in early summer, and with blooms and pods all summer long. Lablab purpureus Gardeners with day jobs aren’t the only ones who multitask. The fast-growing hyacinth bean vine functions as an ornamental plant, food source, and butterfly magnet, and even works as a beautiful privacy fence....

Also known as the crinkle leaf plant, key lime pie plants are distinctive-looking and unique, which really sets them apart from the succulents we’re so used to seeing. Adromischus cristatus Everybody and their mother seems to own a succulent or two. And why wouldn’t they? Succulents are easy to care for, extremely portable, and can handle the harsh growing conditions that would bring other plants to their proverbial knees. But as exhibited by the nonstop stream of superhero flicks that grace the silver screen nowadays: with great popularity comes the potential for great burnout....

Don’t let the limited space in the city stop you from growing your own vegetables. Here are some finest tips on starting an Urban Vegetable Garden that will help you achieve your dream of enjoying a homegrown harvest! Find out some DIY indoor window garden ideas for urban gardeners here What is An Urban Vegetable Garden? Every inch of space counts while living in a city. Any area that you can utilize to grow vegetables and fruits in the city can be termed an Urban Vegetable Garden....

The flowers remain open throughout the night and into the morning, when temperatures rise and the flowers wilt. Like daylilies, four o’clock flowers bloom just a single time, then wilt and eventually fall off the plant. Mirabilis jalapa Did you know there’s a plant named after a time of day? And while you may recall the rather old-fashioned four o’clock (Mirabilis jalapa) from visits to Grandma’s house, the name of the plant isn’t a reflection of when Grandma eats dinner....

Not all pine trees are created equally. A particularly interesting stand out is the pinon pine, also referred to as pinyon pine or piñon pine. This pine tree produces edible nuts. There are different varieties such as Colorado pinyon and Mexican pinyon and within these varieties, there are different types as well. There are two main types of pinyon pines referred to as the single-leaf pinyon and the two-needle pinyon (also known as two-needle piñon)....

by Erin Marissa Russell You’ve probably seen both plum tomatoes and Roma tomatoes at the grocery store or in recipes and are left wondering, what the difference is between plum tomatoes and Roma tomatoes. They aren’t just two names for the same thing, as many of us believe. Keep reading to find out what the difference is in plum tomatoes versus Roma tomatoes. The quick answer is that plum tomatoes are a whole category of tomato varieties, and Roma is just one of those varieties within the plum category....

Reblooming an amaryllis is not as difficult as you may think, and you can get them to flower again every year. In this post, I’ll give you detailed step by step instructions with plenty of photos so you’re sure to be successful. Amaryllis have become super popular winter blooming plants, especially during the holiday season. But since they have the reputation of being disposable gift plants, many people toss them out once they’re done blooming....

Salvia guaranitica black and blue is an attractive perennial that bears cobalt blue flowers and either light green or black calyces. Also known as “Black and Blue” Salvia, the cultivar belongs to the Salvia genus of evergreen shrubs. Native to southern South America, especially Brazil, the plant height is 6′ feet tall and is grown as an annual. Table of Contents The sometimes pale blue flowers, sometimes deep blue flowers, and pale green leaves to deep green leaves are not only gorgeous, they are a pollinator attractant that hummingbirds love....

Do you know that you can grow unlimited garlic from the garlic cloves available in your kitchen that too, in a limited space? Learn this Special Trick to Root Garlic Quickly in the tiniest of space and enjoy this spicy edible green and garlic cloves right from your homegrown harvest! Learn how to grow garlic in pots year-round here Special Trick to Root Garlic Quickly 1. Select a Healthy Bunch of Garlic Bulbs Get a fresh bunch of garlic bulbs from a farmer’s market or a grocery store to multiply this root vegetable easily....

Basil is such a great crop in the summer, but you can also store it for the winter. With the right methods, you can keep that fresh flavor to enjoy all year long. There are plenty of easy ways to store basil for the short or long term that don’t require any fancy equipment or planning. Over the years I’ve experimented to find all the best methods to preserve basil and store it for later use....

Terrariums are a beautiful way to display some of your favorite small houseplants and succulents. In fact, they are like a mini-garden showcase. There are all kinds of ways you can build your terrarium, but you need to start with the right foundation of soil layers to keep your terrarium and your plants healthy. Keep reading to understand learn all you need to know about terrarium soil layers. Terrarium Soil Layers To build a successful terrarium, use the following soil layers;...

by Matt Gibson About Early Blight Early blight is a common tomato disease that is caused by the fungus Alternaria solani. Affecting nearly all parts of the tomato plant, including the stems, leaves and fruit, early blight is very common in areas with warm, moist weather conditions. Despite its misleading name, early blight can rear its head at any time during the growing season, causing unsightly damage to the leaves, stems, and eventually the fruit of your beloved tomato plants....

Vermiculite and perlite are in many potting soil mixes, but you may not be aware of why you should use vermiculite in your garden soil mixes. If you have water-loving plants, want vigorous seed germination, or need to help cuttings develop strong roots, you’ll want to use vermiculite in your gardening practice! Table of Contents So, what is this stuff? It’s a naturally occurring mineral mined in several places around the world, including the USA, Australia, Brazil, Bulgaria, and Zimbabwe—it can be found on nearly every continent!...

Types of weeping trees There are many types of weeping trees, but for the most part, weeping is not a common plant trait. Weeping trees are often created (or discovered, as the case may be) in one of three ways. Through grafting. To create weeping trees through grafting, branches with a weeping habit are grafted onto a straight trunk and allowed to cascade down from the top. Each individual tree is created separately and the trait is not carried from one generation to the next....

Weigela is a beautiful deciduous shrub that comes in a variety of colors, both in its foliage, and flowers. The foliage colors include dark green leaves, bright green leaves, dark purple leaves, and even variegated foliage. Table of Contents Some of the most popular weigela flower colors include bright pink flowers, red flowers, and white flowers although they can also produce yellow, purple, orange, rose pink flowers, and magenta blooms. It makes a great addition to any landscape along borders or pathways or as foundation plantings near your home....

Money Trees (Pachira aquatica) make perfect indoor plants, and are generally easy to care for. With large, oblong, fan-like leaves, and upright growth, they look great almost anywhere. If you find your Money Tree dropping leaves, you are not alone, as this is one of the main challenges with their care. Thankfully, it can easily be fixed and prevented. A Money Tree dropping leaves is most commonly due to overwatering or underwatering, but multiple sources of stress will also cause leaf drop....

If your garden usually sits empty through winter, this is the year to make those cold days count. You really can continue gardening in winter in many gardening zones! A wide variety of vegetables and herbs are easy to grow in cold conditions, given the right protection. Some will produce throughout the season, while others will come back to life in spring if they are covered properly. A few winter-friendly herbs and veggies will grow in containers, but most need more space and shielding from harsh weather....

The ZZ plant or Zamioculcas zamiifolia belongs to the Araceae family. Native to South Africa, it is an ornamental houseplant with deep green glossy leaves that reflect sunlight. As it tolerates low light, dry surroundings and purifies the air, growing it indoors makes a lot of sense. All these benefits make this plant expensive, and if you’re not willing to shell out your hard-earned money, you can start ZZ Plant Propagation at home after knowing these tips....

Propagating succulents from cutting is the best way to expand your plant collection. This method is very simple and takes less time, compared with growing from seeds. Read about the Best Succulent to Propagate from Cuttings in this article. Check out our article on propagating succulents from leaves here! Propagating Succulents from Leaves or Stem Cuttings If you want to increase the number of your established succulents, use the existing plants’ leaves or stems for propagation....