The fragrant, cone-shaped blooms of a butterfly bush look spectacular in the garden. Moreover, the plant's nectar is a favorite of butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and other beneficial insects. It is a hardy shrub that is always popular in a summer garden
Decorating your home for Easter? Adding succulents to a mix of bunnies and chicks is a beautiful way to spruce up your front door or dining table. Read on for our Easter succulent ideas to celebrate spring. How do I make
In some parts of the USA, it’s considered lucky to plant potatoes and peas on St. Patrick’s Day. If you live in hardiness zone 5, 6, or higher, the soil is usually ready by March 17th to plant early spring
The fiddle-leaf fig is a tropical plant native to the jungles of West Africa. This popular and striking houseplant gets its name due to its large, curvy leaves that resemble the shape of a fiddle. Here we'll cover how to care
If you're searching for a Valentine's Day gift for a plant enthusiast, then an anthurium is a perfect choice. The heart-shaped blooms and leaves of anthurium symbolize friendship and love. Anthurium is an evergreen tropical native to Colombia and Ecuador.
Your garden is 'asleep' after a long growing season. Moreover, now that winter is upon us, it is the best time to plan for a spring garden. Make a promise to upgrade your garden next spring with these creative New
There are many New Year's traditions that are thought to bring good fortune. In the United States, kissing a loved one at midnight brings good luck. Moreover, upstate New Yorkers buy candy peppermint pigs, break off a piece with a
Rosemary Christmas trees are a popular holiday gift and a favorite of home chefs. They are easy to care for and add a fresh herbal flavor to any dish. Rosemary can be identified by its white, pink, or blue, bell-shaped blooms,
When chilly winds begin to blow, it's time for vacationing houseplants to come inside for the winter. There's some preparation that needs to be done to successfully transition your plants inside. Tropical houseplants should be brought in if the temperature dips
Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) plants are prized for its boldly-colored foliage. It's a plant that's guaranteed to catch your eye when it's growing in an autumn garden or being used as a decoration piece in a fall tablescape. Here, we'll give a