17 coleus varieties for SUN! That's right. These new varieties thrive in the sun OR shade. Check out the varieties and how to care for them in this post.
Botanical Name of Fennel: Foeniculum vulgare. Other Common Names: Large fennel, sweet fennel, wild fennel, sweet cumin, finnochio, fänkål (Swedish), hinojo (Spanish), Fenchel (German), fennikel (Danish), hui-hsiang (Chinese), fenouil (French), fennika (Icelandic). Habitat: Fennel is circumpolar (that is, can be found all over the globe). It is most often found in dry stony calcareous soils near the sea. It is generally considered native to the Mediterranean region but today it is cultivated throughout the British Isles, China, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Haiti, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Kurdistan, Malaya, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, and Venezuela. Plant Description: Fennel is a perennial herb that grows
Learn how and when to plant gladioli bulbs for success. Planting depth and timing impacts hardiness and blooms, so read on for best practices.
This article is tailored made for all species of Oxalis, including the Oxalis Triangularis. Click here for information on their cultivation hacks and much-needed dormancy period over the autumn and winter months.
Coleus is perfect for adding beautiful, colorful foliage to any property or container! Learn how to grow coleus, a warm-weather loving annual!
A garden classic, the hellebore is best featured with other plants that help it to show off. Learn about the best Lenten rose companions on Gardener's Path.
Coffee grounds can be a great addition to your gardening routine. Here is a list of Plants that like coffee grounds when used as a natural fertilizer.
like any gardening practice, there are both pros and cons to consider. In this blog, we'll delve into the advantages and disadvantages of using Epsom salt for plants.
Pesticide free and Non-GMO!!! The plants are currently shipping at anywhere between 6 and 8 inches, inspected and approved for shipment! We keep a professional horticulturist on staff who will provide you the best help and support you need! Figs are well-loved as container plants because they bear fruit at a young age and are self-fruitful without the need of a cross-pollinator. ‘Ischia’ is a productive yellow-skinned fig. The sweet, succulent fruit is large and can measure up to 2” in diameter with a reddish interior. They can be eaten fresh or dried to enjoy later. This fig tree can produce two crops a year, especially if it’s grown in a warm location during the fall months to give the second crop time to ripen. Give ‘Ischia’ plenty of sun and warmth and it will create figs of the finest quality. Hardiness Zone 7 - 10
Growing chocolate trees indoors? Believe it or not, it is possible, even in cold climates! Vermont's not exactly known for its tropical weather, but even with our long cold winters, you can still grow and
Hey there! If you follow me on Instagram you'll know one of my favorite things to do is root plant cuttings in water. It's so rewarding! I love to watch the roots grow and I
Get to know this selection of spilling and draping plants. - by Roger Fox
Florida Sweetheart caladiums have very frilly, rosy pink leaves with a deeper rose vein and green around the edges. Florida Sweetheart Caladium is a short variety with smaller leaves and it can tolerate sun or shade. These are great for adding color to your late spring and summer plantings. Florida Sweetheart was developed by the University of Florida to be able to withstand Florida’s extreme summer sun and heat. These are easy to grow in landscaping, pots, and planters. Caladiums make an excellent addition to any garden, but are often overlooked as houseplants. Caladium can be grown indoors year round, and their colors rival that of any flowering plant. Caladiums grow best in shade to part shade (two to four hours of direct sun, preferably morning) or bright dappled light. These vibrant flowers will add a beautiful contrast of colors to your home or garden.Order your caladium bulb today and start enjoying its lush foliage! You will receive 2 bulbs with each order and growing and care instructions.
It has been awhile since I have done a boxwood post (like…since my very first post!). Since Today is Friday and since America is really chilly and miserable right now, I thought I would shed …
Considered "the most influential garden designer of the past 25 years," Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf has done for perennial gardening what artist Leonard Ko
Don't know How to Make Wandering Jew Bushy and Bigger? With our tips, it'll exceed all your expectations! Check them out!
I know the feeling. You drive by these homes that are landscaped so well; flowers are everywhere. Next thing you know, you are at your favorite place to buy potted plants, and you walk out
Try one of these recommended shade-loving plants for your container gardening where you have partial to full sun like porches and under trees.
These 9 pest fighting plants are perfect if you are constantly fighting the bugs that ruin gardens for many people each year.
Finding perennials that grow well in containers can be difficult; however, if you can find a good mixture of plants that are easy to grow, you can make a
These mosquito repellent plants will keep pests from crashing the party! Create a gorgeous container arrangement that will keep gatherings mosquito free!
After putting a call out to our readers to submit their container gardens, we have chosen our winners! See the top designs along with planting plans and tips.
Over 31 real planters! Perfect for ideas for your own DIY planters. Beautiful flower container gardens with tips & tricks to keep them looking good!
Follow these easy steps for container gardening. Our guide outlines how to choose a container, the right plants, and how to combine them for stunning color.
15 beautiful hanging baskets with complete plant lists for each! Best hanging basket plants for sun or shade, & tips on growing hanging plants & flowers.
Dealing with those hot, sun-drenched spots in your garden can feel like a landscaping puzzle. But what if the solution was as simple as choosing the right
I have a variety of planters in just about every size on the stairs to and from our home and right outside our screen porch. With all these pots comes a whole bunch of soil...right? Nope!!
Learn all of our secrets on how to plant a hanging basket that will bloom and look gorgeous in your garden all summer long.
For container gardens that will look gorgeous even through the dog days of summer, try these plants that can take the heat.
Plants and flowers look magnificent in the Sun. The light on their foliage and beautiful petals just makes them shine like stars in the sky. Attractive pots and decorative containers and lots of sunlight on
Learn some easy, actionable flower container ideas and tips you can use no matter the size of your planting container. Get a free garden planner!
More than 25 plant ideas for containers for the front porch, covered patio, or screened-in patio that love the shaded porch life!
Learn about our favorite annuals that spill over to help soften up the edges of your container gardens. From care to planting tips, we have it covered.
Bring the bold, graphic foliage of plants from the tropics to your home with one of our nine favorite tropical container combinations.
Selecting patio & bedding plants isn’t difficult but if you place without a simple plan you will never see the potential they could have. Using the Thriller, Filler & Spiller principle with a small range of plants will give you amazing results that people will comment on.
These drought-tolerant plants will add life and color to your garden, even if you live in a hot and dry desert environment.
Choose your favorite Heat-Loving Plant Combos for Containers and flaunt them on your balcony or patio in the sunny months!