Must Know Plant Care Tips: Balsam blooms in fall and summer, and is great for containers. This low-maintenance flower has delicate blooms, and may be known under the name impatience or touch-me-not. For the best color, start them indoors about 8 weeks before the last frost. When planting, cover with only a dusting […]
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Plant Encyclopedia: Coneflower
Must Know Plant Care Tips: Coneflower is known for its immune-boosting properties, and can be made into teas. They need well-drained soil and adjust well to nearby competing plants. If they get too much shade, they’ll become floppy and become more prone to disease. Coneflowers will also attract birds. Coneflowers make lovely […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Everything English Rose
Must Know Plant Care Tips: English roses will grow well in a variety of soils, but they appreciate quality soil amendments like manure or compost before planting. When planting, get them in the ground quickly without allowing the roots to dry out. Slow releasing fertilizers make an effective feed. Trim spent blooms to […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Lemongrass
Must Know Plant Care Tips: Lemongrass will grow best in well-drained soil that is kept evenly moist. It loves full sun, which will also give this herb more flavor. If grown in partial shade, Lemongrass plants will likely grow much looser and more open. To keep lemongrass going in the winter months, start […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Astilbe
Must Know Plant Care Tips: Astilbe requires sufficient moisture in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter worked in. Sun requirements vary by variety, but many types are well-accustomed to anything from nearly full sun to nearly full shade. They can be propagated by division or started from seed. Plant Problem Solver: Astilbe […]
Everything You Need to Know About Air Plants
Have you ever heard of air plants? The scientific name is Tillandsia, but they’re usually referred to as air plants because of their ability to get most of their nutrients from — you guessed it — the air. Pretty cool huh? They’re super low-maintenance, making them the ideal plant to keep in the office, at […]
Propagate Succulents in 4 Super Simple Steps
Succulents are pretty popular plants. In fact, they’re pretty AND popular. There’s just something about their rich, green foliage that has great texture and presence. And their easy care makes them a great fit for people who don’t feel like they have the greenest thumbs in the world. Once you start with succulents, you […]