Snake plants, also known as sansevieria or mother-in-law’s tongue are popular houseplants known for their upright sword-shaped leaves and easy care nature. However, over time a snake plant can grow quite tall and start leaning or falling over, making it look unruly. If your snake plant is getting too tall and unstable, don’t worry! With … Read more
The Neanthe Bella Palm, also known as the Parlor Palm, is a popular houseplant renowned for its graceful arching fronds that add a tropical vibe to any indoor space. But exactly how big do these palms get when grown as houseplants? Let’s take a detailed look at the growth rate and size potential of the … Read more
If you want to add some variety to your garden, lamb’s ear, which is also called Stachys byzantina “Big Ears,” is a must-have perennial. The silver-gray leaves of this variety are so soft that they beg to be touched. People love “Big Ears” because its very large, furry leaves look great in the garden. Lamb’s … Read more
Cucumber seeds are a favorite among home gardeners. These fast-growing vines produce bountiful harvests of delicious fruit all summer long. But before you can enjoy fresh cucumbers from your own backyard, you’ll need to sprout those seeds successfully. So how long does it take for cucumber seeds to germinate? Overview of Cucumber Seed Germination In … Read more
Daylilies are one of the most popular perennial flowers grown in gardens across the country. Their big, bright blooms provide gorgeous color from early summer through fall. Many modern daylily hybrids are repeat bloomers meaning they can bloom repeatedly over an extended period. With proper care, certain daylilies like Stella D’Oro can produce flowers continuously … Read more
As a homeowner trying to grow a lush, green lawn, one of the most frustrating things is when squirrels dig up and eat newly planted grass seed. I’ve been there – eagerly waiting for those first little sprouts to emerge, only to find dirt pits and bare patches where seed used to be If you’ve … Read more
Coffee grounds have become a popular homemade fertilizer for plants and gardens Their rich nitrogen content makes them useful for feeding hungry plants But do geraniums like coffee grounds too? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of using coffee grounds on geraniums, An Overview of Geraniums Flower lovers love geraniums for their … Read more
The golden euonymus, also called the golden variegated euonymus, is a popular evergreen shrub that is loved for its oval green leaves with bright yellow edges. The leaves stay on the plant all summer and fall, which is nice, but it can be dangerous in the winter because the leaves keep losing water. If the … Read more
One of the most famous flowers, tulips, are often associated with the start of spring. Their brightly colored flowers seem to appear out of nowhere, covering gardens and fields in bright colors. But the process of making these bulbs and turning them into flowers is complicated, and it takes more than a year from planting … Read more
What Do Coleus Seedlings Look Like? A Complete Visual Guide Many people grow coleus from seeds because it looks nice and is easy to care for. Their patterned and brightly colored leaves add pops of color to gardens, pots, and the outdoors. Coleus are usually grown from cuttings, but as more new varieties come out, … Read more