Grown from seed each year, Centaurea Cyanus can easily add a splash of color to any garden bed or window box. It’s a beautiful plant with large, colorful … [Read more...]

The Hibiscus Tree. Perhaps no flower has a greater power to evoke the tropics than the hibiscus. The vivid colors, silky petals, and proliferation of blooms make the … [Read more...]

Taking cuttings from healthy, mature plants is a great way to increase your plant collection. How can you be sure that your cuttings will grow roots and take hold? Rooting … [Read more...]

There are times in the garden we want to show off our hard work and creations! Then there are times we want a garden where we can have a backyard privacy. Below are links to … [Read more...]

Good Coleus plant care answers the question of: "What annuals can I grow in shady places for color during the summer months?" This question confronts many home … [Read more...]

Ready to explore the differences between ornamental and poison sumac plants? Sumac (aka Sumach) is an interesting group of plants. There are many harmless varieties you can … [Read more...]

The elephant ear plant (aka Colocasia) is a spectacular, jumbo-sized tropical plant that is popular in landscapes across the United States and valuable as a food crop in many … [Read more...]

If you are passionate about gardening, somewhere along the line includes planting trees. Certainly, know that some trees and shrubs are better than others. There are … [Read more...]

If you have ever been bitten by fleas or seen how frustrated your pets are by these bloodsucking bugs, you will definitely want to find out about ways to eradicate them. The … [Read more...]