Franklinia: The Lost Tree
The story of the franklinia tree (Franklinia alatamaha) runs through the lives of many men. Its thread may be traced for nearly two hundred years in a rhyme or a
Landscape
How To Care For and Grow Heliotrope Plants
Heliotrope (Genus name: Heliotropium) is a seasonal flowering plant producing clusters of blue or purple blooms punctuating its dark green foliage. These small plants are named after a Grecian plant
Adventures In Pot Gardening
Have you ever, just before a summer party, wondered what you could do to dress up your terrace, porch, or front entrance with a few plants? With a little forethought,
Growing Exacum: How To Care For The Persian Violet
Exacum affine (EKS-uh-kum uh-FEE-nee), more often known as the Persian violet, is a lovely flowering house plant, but it isn’t a genuine violet. Instead, it belongs to the Gentianaceae family
Rhododendrons in the Northwest
The two prominent rhododendron species range so widely up and down the Appalachians, through the Allegheny plateau and on into the fringes of Canada, Rhododendron catawbiense and Rhododendron maximum, have
What Are The Best Soils For Rhododendrons And Azaleas
Factors affecting the growth of rhododendrons and azaleas are several, all of which are so bound together as to constitute a balanced system in which the plant’s growth is a
Growing Pink Pineapple Plant: How To Care For Ananas Comosus
If you know another language, such as Spanish, you might be familiar with the word “ananas.” This is the common name for a tropical fruit native to South America, which
14 Of The Best Plants For A Seaside Garden
Salt spray and ocean winds often limit us in selecting plants for gardens at the seashore. Then too, sandy soils which are easily displaced in severe storms make it necessary
Growing Succulent Aeonium: How To Care For Aeonium
If you like succulent plants, then you’ll love the aeonium. Aeoniums are a type of succulent that comes in various colors and shapes. They are native to a few places
Growing Century Plants: How To Care For Agave Americana
This succulent plant Agave Americana is a popular choice for home gardens as it is relatively easy to care for. It is also referred to as a Century plant. Native