The key phrase here is “that often.” You will still come across them now and then and when you do, it helps a lot to know what to look for and how to deal with the situation. There are a lot of reasons to love bleeding hearts, but being relatively uninteresting to pests is one of the best. Maybe they taste bad or something? I’ll have to ask the next mealybug I see....
Mother of thousand plants are unique and easy to care for. In this post, I’m going to tell you all you need to know about how to grow them, so they will thrive in your home or garden. If you’re looking for a cool new addition to your indoor plant collection or garden, then you should try growing mother of thousands. Their care is simple, and anyone can learn how to create the ideal environment for them, even beginners....
Members of this family have separate male and female flowers and in order to yield fruits, cross pollination needs to take place. This is when the pollen from a male flower is transferred to a female flower. It’s easy to tell the two types of flowers apart; male flowers have a straight stem beneath the bloom, while the female flowers have an immature fruit under the bloom. Only the female flowers will develop into a fruit....
Pruning lavender is not hard, but it’s important to know what you’re doing before you start in order to avoid over pruning. In this post, I will tell you when to cut back lavender plants, give you tons of tips, and show you exactly how to trim lavender step-by-step. Before we get started, I want to mention that there are a few different kinds of lavender plants. English lavender is the most common (and the hardiest), and it’s the variety that I grow....
Have you ever considered creating a rain garden? Or for that matter, wondered what one is? Unlike a water garden, a rain garden captures, directs, and filters stormwater runoff as it flows through your yard. This protects the valuable topsoil from erosion, but also offers great environmental benefits for local waterways by filtering out debris and pollutants. Ultimately, it’s all about capturing and directing the water where you want it to flow, for the most benefit, and the least damage....
Floriography, the sending of secret messages via coded flower arrangements, was popular during the Victorian Era (between 1837 and 1901). But it was probably invented a lot earlier. Plants have been used as symbols for thousands of years. More complex arrangements sending specific messages might have originated from the court of Constantinople in Ottoman Empire in the 1600s. From there it said to be introduced to England in 1717 by Mary Wortley Montagu, and to the Swedish royal court by Aubry de La Mottraye in 1727....
If the sunflowers you planted in your garden beds, containers, or landscape are drooping, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, I’ll share five possible explanations. One of the coolest things about growing sunflowers is watching the way the flower heads pivot to follow the sun as it moves across the sky, from dawn to dusk. Known as “heliotropism,” this trait makes the blooms seem like they’re always looking right at the sun....
Table of Contents You just brought home that cute little cactus that you’d been eyeing at the market. Or maybe it’s a jade plant that you want to grow lush and green and fill in space in your yard. Perhaps it’s the fractal-like aloe polyphylla, or for that matter a good aloe vera plant. Whatever your choice, you’ve now got a succulent plant. But what do you do to ensure its longevity and beauty in your environment?...
Have you ever looked at a sweet potato during dinner and wondered what it looks like in its plant form? Well, look no further, for here you’ll learn all about the sweet potato vine… the ornamental sweet potato vine, that is! Table of Contents While it is the same species as its edible relative, ornamental sweet potato vines are bred for their incredible leaves rather than their tasty tubers. Purple vine plants are common, as are green, red, bronze, and even multicolored....
What sets this plant from the other varieties is its beautiful green and white foliage that cascades down the planters. If you want to include it in your plant collection, read all about Marble Queen Pothos Care here! Here are the best types of pothos you can grow Marble Queen Pothos Marble queen pothos has marble-like white variegation on its leaves hence the name. This variety grows at a slow pace compared to golden pothos....
Bee balm (Monarda), is also known as Oswego tea, horsemint, and bergamot. It’s a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and a versatile perennial plant. The plant attracts pollinators, and is a good addition to homemade potpourris and lotions. Bee balm flowers are so captivating that they add color and beauty to any garden. Native to the eastern portion of North America, these flowers bloom in mid to late summer. They have different uses, including:...
Is there anything better than winter squash grown on vines in your backyard? Absolutely not. Acorn, delicata, and kabocha are all lovely, however, they do not compare to the delicate flavor of butternut squash. But how do you know when to harvest butternut squash? Table of Contents There are a few key things that indicate a squash is ready for harvest. You’ll have to pay attention to the season to know the right time to harvest....
QUESTION: Which bush has red berries in winter? I want to put one in to enjoy the bright winter color, but I’m not sure what bush has the bright red berries in winter. — George E. ANSWER: Many different bushes have red berries in the winter, so it’s a matter of choosing the one that best suits your needs and your climate. Here we’ve listed a few of gardeners’ favorite bushes that have red berries in the winter....
QUESTION: Why are my carrots so small? Am I doing something wrong when planting them? -Joseph H. ANSWER: Maybe they are baby carrots? Ha ha! Just kidding there. Most often, when carrots turn out small or underdeveloped it is because the soil they are growing in is not loose enough for them. You can loosen heavy soil to solve this problem by amending it with sand or broken down leaves. Carrots especially tend to struggle in clay soil....
Aloe vera plants are not hard to grow, but they do have a few special needs that require attention. If these needs aren’t met, you may find your aloe vera plant turning brown. Thankfully, it’s not too hard to identify the problem and get your plant back in good health. This article is going to explain the common causes of an aloe vera plant turning brown, show you how to identify them and help you fix your plant....
Composting Tips 1. Just add water If your compost is not broken, add water until the consistency is similar to that of a moist wrung-out sponge. If the compost is too wet, insert a few thin layers of absorbent materials. For example, sawdust, peat or hay until you reach the right consistency. 2. Shred and chop The shredded or chopped materials decompose faster than larger pieces. Before putting the materials in the compost bin, cut vegetable stems, break corn cobs in half and reduce the size of other large pieces, such as citrus peel or the melon skins....
With leathery, lance-shaped leaves, the Beautiful Cordyline Varieties add a dimension to any space and brings a riot of colors. You can easily grow this plant indoors or outdoors in a semi-shade location. Have a look at the amazing variegated versions of popular houseplants here Beautiful Cordyline Varieties 1. Hawaiian Boy Botanical Name: Cordyline fruticosa ‘Hawaiian Boy’ This gorgeous variety showcases dark purple to red foliage, which adds beauty to any room with its eye-catching shape and form....
Looking for the best weeding tool for your yard or garden? Well look out weeds, here we come! It doesn’t have to be a losing battle between weeds and gardener anymore. With the right weeding tool in hand, weeds might think twice about visiting your garden uninvited. We’ve done the footwork to find you the best non-chemical weeders, and you’ll find the right weeding tool can make all the difference! We’ve selected long and short handled types to meet your needs....
Basil comes from the mint family, Lamiaceae, with over 40 known varieties. Most gardeners grow it for its flavorful and aromatic foliage, redolent of clove, and mint with subtle peppery hints. Read about the Best Flowering Basil Plants here and know What to Do with Basil Flowers. Check out the Best Basil Varieties here Best Flowering Basil Plants 1. Cardinal Basil Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicumL. You cannot miss the beautiful red flowers and the spicy fragrance of Cardinal Basil....
Black Spots on Roses are one of the most common rose plant diseases and, if left untreated, can harm the entire plant, causing an untimely death. Fungus Diplocarpon rosae is the primary cause of the same, and in this article, we will discuss how to identify and prevent it. Check out the most common rose growing mistakes here What Are Black Spots on Roses? Over time, Diplocarpon rosae, or black spot disease impacts roses, making them feeble, which results in fewer flowers....
