As a cat owner, you likely want to share all sorts of herbs and plants with your feline companion. But when it comes to mint, you need to be careful. Mint contains essential oils that can cause toxicity in cats if consumed in large quantities. So are mint leaves actually safe for cats? Let’s dig … Read more
The star of Bethlehem plant produces beautiful white star-shaped flowers that have rich symbolic meaning. This easy-to-grow bulb has a long history of use in religious celebrations and stories. This article will show you beautiful pictures of the star of Bethlehem plant and give you advice on how to grow these symbolic flowers yourself. Overview … Read more
Thyme is a common herb that is used in a lot of savory dishes. You can find it both fresh and dried. The taste of fresh thyme is better, but dried thyme is easier to use and lasts longer. What does dried thyme look like, though, if you’ve only ever used fresh thyme? In this … Read more
The lives of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi have long captivated Christians with their profound devotion to Gospel poverty. Though they lived mostly apart as founders of the Franciscan friars and Poor Clares, Francis and Clare shared an unbreakable spiritual bond. This is beautifully symbolized in the medieval legend of Francis assuring Clare … Read more
Bonsai trees are very small trees that are carefully trained and pruned to stay that small. Giving a bonsai tree the right kind and amount of sunlight is one of the most important things you can do to take care of it. But do bonsai trees really need direct sunlight to grow well? Let’s find … Read more
As a proud passion flower owner, nothing stings more than walking out into your garden and seeing your beloved plant looking droopy, shriveled, and altogether dead Your mind races – could it really be dead after all the love and care you’ve showered on it? Or is it simply dormant and biding its time before … Read more
Syngonium, also known as arrowhead vine or nephthytis, is a popular houseplant prized for its lush, trailing foliage. Its arrow-shaped leaves add a distinctive tropical flair to indoor spaces. However, a frustrating issue syngonium owners often face is leaves turning yellow. Yellowing leaves are usually a sign of stress and indicate underlying problems with care … Read more
Strawberry sap beetles are a common pest that can ruin strawberry crops that are about to ripen. These tiny beetles eat ripe and overripe strawberries, ruining their look and making them rot. If you don’t do anything, sap beetle damage can quickly get worse, ruining a big part of your harvest. It will take time … Read more
Apple trees with pretty white flowers are one of the best things about spring. Their flowers are pretty to look at and bring in pollinators. In the fall, they produce sweet, tasty apples. There are a lot of great apple trees with white flowers that you can choose from if you want to add one … Read more
Lavender is a popular herbaceous perennial plant grown for its fragrant flowers and leaves. But in places with cold winters, lavender can look dull and dead during its winter sleep. Does this mean it is dying?. Lavender dieback in the winter can be predicted if you know how it grows during the different seasons. Lavender … Read more