Native plant expert Digby Growns shares his favourite trees to plant in your own garden.
Bottle Brush tree (Callistemon), belongs to the Myrtaceae family. Bottlebrush plants and shrubs flower spikes are shaped like a bottlebrush. [LEARN MORE]
A new form with white-frosted foliage
How to Grow and Care for Lungwort, Bethlehem Sage and other Pulmonaria Plants in the Garden. Gardeners HQ Plant Growing Guides.
Curcuma Plant (Common Turmeric) small outdoor plants, remains same size, does not spread, dense spikes of clustered flowers, mildly-fragrant. [DETAILS]
If you want to grow hollyhocks in your garden and reduce the risk of rust, use these tips. Rust (a fungal disease) can be a big problem with hollyhocks and, while there is no solution, there are things we can do to slow it down.
To celebrate the arrival of spring, let's talk about flowering vines. One of the more elegant ways to have in the garden is to add climbing plants or flowering vines. These plants can be trained to grow on structures such as trellis and pergola. Not only can it provide additional protection from the sun, they also provide a heady sweet smell that can be enjoyed until late spring.
Often given as gifts, and seemingly simple to care for, cyclamens can be surprisingly fussy. Taking a bit of time to get a better understanding of …
How to Care for Mother of Thousands (or Millions): Mother of Thousands and Mother of Millions are very similar plants and often confused for one another, so I figure it's best to offer care for both in the same instructable. These plants can be found under the Kalanchoe AND Bryophyllum name, though …
Best Plants for Wet Soil - The wrong plants will most often succumb to root rot. Luckily, there are many shrubs, trees, and plants that like wet soil.
Hardwood cuttings are taken from woody shrubs and perennial plants in the fall or over the winter months. Like cuttings taken at other times, they are a great way to increase the stock of plants
The Gardenia Plant fills the air with intoxicating, unmistakable fragrance from beautiful waxy white flowers. Learn growing and care [UPDATED GUIDE]
English ivy is beautiful but not always practical.
Wax begonia care guide (Begonia semperflorens). Learn how to grow wax begonias as houseplants or outdoors, covering all aspects of care and common problems.
Growing gaura plants is easy. Just provide its basic needs and prevent root rot. More tips for care of the gaura plant and its uses. [LEARN MORE]
Make a statement with a flowering tree bursting with colorful buds. If you're looking for spring or summer flowers, these iconic Southern plants add curb appeal to your yard.
Hellebores have become one of my favorite plants since I began growing them about 10 years ago. They bloom at a time when the garden is mostly dormant - from late fall to early spring - and bring a smile to my face every time I see them bravely holding up their blossoms against the harsh weather. Th
Looking for shade plants that can make your not-so-sunny garden look great? These are some of the best!
Rhododendrons are an excellent choice for those seeking to bring vibrant color to their summer gardens while maintaining year-round fullness. With a selection of over 1,000 species, there is a wide array of options. To ensure your Rhododendron flourishes, it's important to consider factors like location. Opt for a location with filtered sunlight and protection ...
Add a fruity-spicy scent to your yard or garden when you plant this attractive, almost carefree shrub.
Camellia plants have large leaves and flowers that have small blossoms. All of these camellia varieties bloom in spring or summer season. Though you provide fertilizers and right conditions in differents seasons, the camellia plant cannot bloom flowers apart from its growing season.
In this video, author and instructor Janet Macunovich demonstrates a technique for dividing perennials with roots that form offsets.
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.
Learn more about geraniums (Geranium), including the difference between a geranium and pelargonium, before growing these gorgeous, low-maintenance flowers.
It is not easy to grow in dense soil but this list of plants for clay soil will give you a fighting chance. There are flowering perennials, shrubs, climbers, and trees that all enjoy or tolerate hard clay at their roots.
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Looking for an attractive flowering vine
If you love vanilla, why not try growing it yourself? Planted in a container and given the right conditions, you can have your own fresh vanilla.
Learn how to plant and care for gladiolus bulbs for vibrant, show-stopping blooms in your garden. Our guide provides step-by-step instructions and tips.
Do you want to grow a colorful plant that blooms when others are still in winter dormancy? Learn how to plant and grow hellebores now on Gardener’s Path.
The Ficus Elastica Ruby is a stunning type of rubber plant. Click for the care guide on how to grow this pink plant in your home!
Botanical Name of Ashwagandha: Withania somnifera. The ashwagandha root is often referred to as the 'Indian ginseng' because it is used in a similar way in Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine as Panax ginseng is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The herb has been used for more than 2500 years to restore overall health and increase longevity. The Indian or Hindu common name ashwagandha (Sanskrit), translates roughly to 'the smell and strength of a horse,' referring to the plant's alleged ability to enhance sexual vigor. Ashwagandha Seedpods (Withania somnifera) - Attribution: Vinayaraj V. R What is Ashwagandha Used For? Some of
Create striking displays with the sturdy stems and stunning cut flower blooms of agapanthus
Camellia plants have large leaves and flowers that have small blossoms. All of these camellia varieties bloom in spring or summer season. Though you provide fertilizers and right conditions in differents seasons, the camellia plant cannot bloom flowers apart from its growing season.
Juncus effusus Spiralis, also called Corkscrew Rush, is a low maintenance grass-like...
Bring some life to your patio with some container pot plants! In this article, we look at several of the best patio plants for the garden and patio area, with special emphasis on easy to grow varieties. Click here to bring your patio to life!
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These beautiful, easy-care hostas are perfect for shade gardens. This list includes large hosta varieties to suit your yard's design and hostas with purple flowers for a spot of color.
Nigella Flower (Love In A Mist) annual flower, fern-like leaves, early summer blooms, multiple colors, self-seeds. [DETAILS]
See how to fertilize your clematis this spring, and how it can help it bloom bigger and stronger than ever this year!
Cyclamen plants are surprisingly easy to care for! Learn all about how to grow them: water, light, fertilizer, soil, flowering, and more.
Learn how to grow beautiful Japanese Pieris - an evergreen shrub that thrives in the shade and provides 4-season interest to your garden.
Clivias are a hardy, shade-loving plant that can survive almost anywhere. The popularity of clivias coincides with more gardeners seeking out evergreen plants to cover the ground en masse with the added bonus of flowers. Here's how to keep your clivia plants happy for years to come.
Dianthus can refer to several different plants, but often it's those spiky mounds of small colorful flowers. Click here to learn more.
Pleasantly scented eucalyptus (Eucalyptus cinerea) is a favorite of many gardeners. Learn how to grow and care for it.
