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Have you ever visited the American South and seen Spanish moss hanging from the trees? This is Tillandsia usneoides, a type of air plant. Tillandsia are currently making bold and exotic statements as chic home décor and fashion accessories. It’s time to make them part of your unique style! Members of the bromeliad family related to the pineapple, air plants are native to Mexico, and South and Central America. They have naturalized in some locations in the southern regions of North America....

Is a mimosa tree a beautiful addition to the backyard or is it an invasive weed? Ask a group of gardeners this question and you’ll quickly see that there are two very different trains of thought on the subject. If you want mimosa tree, plant one. Just be aware of the fact that the trees produce a lot of seeds that can grow into unwanted trees that crowd out other plants, putting it on the list of invasive species in some areas....

Chinese money plant is loved for its coin-shaped round green leaves. It is popularly given as a gift in Chinese culture and this cute plant is also considered a symbol of good luck and friendship. If you too want to include it in your collection, then here’s all the information on Growing Chinese Money Plant in Water. Botanical Name: Pilea Peperomoides USDA Zones: 9b-11b Common Names: UFO Plant, Pancake Plant, Missionary Plant, Chinese money plant...

Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a common addition to a cottage garden due to its three to five foot tall stalk that offers flowers in a wide variety of colors. Perennial foxgloves bring color back to the garden yearly. That’s what makes growing foxgloves rewarding. The image of a foxglove flower is well-known among even marginal members of the gardening world. Table of Contents Gardeners who grow foxgloves can benefit from attracting pollinators that provide adjacent edible gardens with a boost!...

Growing hot peppers Unlike sweet peppers, hot peppers can pack a pungent punch! Some are mildly spicy, others offer medium heat, and still others are super hot and need to be handled and eaten with care. The heat of a pepper is measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU), which assesses the amount of heat-producing compounds found in the pepper. When a pepper has less than 100 SHU’s, it’s considered a sweet pepper....

Sage is one of the most popular perennial kitchen herbs and used in many of the lip-smacking delicacies made using pork, cheese, and beans. You can grow it easily in pots in a limited space, both outdoors and indoors. It only needs the right combination of soil, sunlight, environment, and little care. This article will showcase everything that you need to know on How to Grow Sage in Pots Indoors or Outdoors....

One particular type of allium bulb is an essential component to many European dishes – shallots. How to grow them is usually not the first thought on anyone’s mind, but the minute they see the price for them at the market, growing shallot bulbs suddenly becomes a whole lot more important. Table of Contents So today we’re going to talk about Allium cepa, previously known as Allium ascalonicum. This onion produces a large bulb that looks like any old onion until its outer skin is removed, at which point it suddenly resembles garlic with large cloves....

If you love to munch on juicy, tarty fruits, you must grow one at home! Learn How to Grow Blackberries in Pots and enjoy a plateful of them! Do you know What is the Alabama State Fruit? Learn here Blackberry Plant Profile Blackberries are glossy fruits that change their color from green to pink, red, purple, and finally black as they ripen. The juicy fruit develops from five-lobed white flowers and grows in clusters on the thorny stems....

There’s something incredibly impressive about a full-sized lemon or pomegranate growing on a tree that you can carry in one hand. Once you’ve tackled growing a beginner bonsai, you might be looking for more of a challenge. Maybe one that is not only a beautiful demonstration of your skills, but a way to produce full-sized fruits that you can actually eat, is up your alley? Many people don’t realize that the art of growing bonsai trees isn’t about nurturing dwarf specimens....

If you’re willing to be convinced, follow along as I share some of the advantages of this planting method, along with suggestions for varieties to grow and materials to select. As the Robert Frost poem “Mending Wall” says, “Good fences make good neighbors.” They also make a good support for vining cucumbers! Using fences to grow Cucumis sativus saves space, and may provide you with one of the few privacy screens that can deliver a bumper crop....

by Matt Gibson Also known as Bishop’s weed and false Queen Anne’s lace, toothpick weed (Ammi visnaga) is a gorgeous and hardy annual or biennial flower with white bloom clusters shaped like umbrellas, or domes, which grow up to five inches in diameter. This long bloomer is a sight for sore eyes from early summer until late fall, yet it retains some of its beauty even longer, as dried flower heads remain intact and continue to attract birds to your garden to feed on its nutritious seeds....

Here’s what we’ll cover: Bold, cheerful, summery, and even delicious, sunflowers are a plant that just about everyone recognizes and seems to love. Unfortunately, pests love them too! Not to worry, we’ve got everything you need to know about who might visit your sunnies for a nibble, including what they look like, and how you can deal with them. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Here’s what we’ll talk about: Thysanoptera One, two, 1,000 hungry, sap-sucking thrips. The result: scarred flowers, deformed leaves, and discolored fruit. Not exactly what you had in mind when you planted your garden this year, is it? If you’re growing flowers, vegetables, or fruits, you’ll want to know a few things about Thysanoptera pests. That way, if they do appear, you’ll understand what they are and how to deal with them....

This isn’t meant to scare you away. Canna lilies are exceptional plants. There’s nothing quite like the boldness of a tropical garden oasis. With their lush leaves and long-blooming flowers, canna lilies are a popular choice for gardeners to include in these spaces. Canna lilies are water-loving plants that thrive in full sun and high humidity. Unfortunately, this growing environment brings specific issues – mainly fungi, bacteria, and pest-borne viruses....

If you have a small front or backyard, and if you are looking for some tips on How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger, then you are at the right place! We have some cool tips for you! Check out some vertical garden ideas for small yards here How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger? 1. Plan According to the Available Space Organize your garden according to the existing space....

Flowers Are you committed to growing salvia this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? These hardy plants can be a great addition to any garden, and can survive a variety of different climates. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker walks through everything you need to know about adding salvia to your garden, including planting, care, and maintenance. By Natalie Leiker Last updated: November 2, 2022 | 11 min read Salvia can be a great addition to any landscape border or cottage garden, and can even thrive in a patio planter!...

In fact, they are so beautiful that many gardeners grow them purely as a decorative crop, just to spice up their plots in the fall, and add a touch of color to autumn holiday table settings and arrangements. Most gardeners have had a go at growing zucchini (known as courgettes or marrows, where I’m from) or pumpkins at one point or another. But for some reason, I’ve found that far fewer people have tried their hand at growing ornamental gourds....

Native to Malaysia and Indonesia, Lipstick plant is a lovely tropical vine with shiny foliage and beautiful red flowers. It is also grown as a houseplant to enhance the look of your balcony or dining room. Continue reading this article to know more about Lipstick Plant Care! Botanical Name: Aeschynanthus spp. Other Names: Basket Vine, Blushing Rose USDA Zones: 10 – 12 Lipstick Plant Characteristics Its leaves are green, ovate, opposite, waxy, and somewhat succulent....

Growing poinsettias outside is not only possible, it’s easier than you might think. In this post, I’ll tell you everything you need to know in order to enjoy them outdoors for many years to come. Poinsettias are a popular holiday flower most commonly sold around Christmas time, but did you know they can also grow outside too? Many people are surprised to learn that they can live outdoors, and flourish in the garden or landscape with the right conditions....

Many plants in nature grow where it suits them. A seed falls on the ground, quickly produces a sprout without any human intervention. All those seeds that do not fall off on the fertile ground never germinate. Similarly, when a gardener sow seeds they require the optimum growing medium to germinate. An optimal seed starting mix creates the best conditions for this journey. What is Seed Starting Mix The term “seed starting mix” or “seed starting soil” is used interchangeably....