Fittonia verschaffeltii (fi-TOE-ni-a ver-shaf-FEL-tie) is a beautiful plant grown and cultivated for its unique leaves. They are commonly sold as houseplants in the United States, but in their native habitat
Radermachera sinica (rad-er-MACH-er-a SIN-i-ca) is a beautiful evergreen perennial that is relatively easy to maintain. Native to China and Taiwan, Radermachera sinica was initially grown as a subtropical plant in
Dracaena (dra-SEE-na) warneckii is a popular houseplant that is incredibly adaptable. In addition to its easy-going nature with soil, humidity, and light, the plant is surprisingly colorful. The Dracaena warneckii
The Polyscias fruticosa (pol-ISS-see-as froo-tih-KOH-suh) ‘elegans’ plant is an elegant houseplant with a long lifespan. It thrives as a houseplant because it’s compact, slow-growing, and requires little maintenance. The plant
Many “experts” in caring for African violets will tell you that no greater sin can be committed against your violets than to water them from the top. It would be
I believe African violets have frustrated more people than all other houseplants. We read articles and books on their culture till we know just how it is to be done,
Ficus lyrata is a broadleaf evergreen native to the tropical areas of western Africa. Because of its tropical origins, the plant does best in zones 10 to 12, where it
Tolmiea menziesii (TOL-mee-uh men-ZEE-see-eye) is a flowering hairy-leaved herbaceous perennial that often grows as a groundcover in wetlands and forests and along rivers and streams. The foliage resembles maple leaves
When my little plants became over ¼” inch high, I prepared to pot them. I scrubbed two-inch pots clean and filled them with vermiculite. I often use sharp sand for
Euphorbia pulcherrima (yoo-FOR-bee-ah pul-cher-REE-mah), most commonly known as poinsettia, remains one of the most well-known Christmas ornamentals and holiday plants. It’s a semi-evergreen shrub that belongs to the genus Euphorbia