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All About Bloodroot: Characteristics, Propagation, and Care
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant native to eastern North America, known for its distinctive white flowers and reddish-orange sap. The…
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Sweet White Violet
Sweet White Violet (Viola blanda) is a low-growing stoloniferous perennial with basal, heart-shaped leaves and fragrant, white flowers with strongly reflexed upper petals and…
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Blue-eyed Grass
The Blue-eyed Grass, Sisyrinchium montanum, is a lovely perennial flower which has long been a favourite plant due to its attractiveness and ease of…
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Plants that Attract Monarch Butterflies
Monarch butterflies are superb pollinators, and if they are fed plants they enjoy, they will pollinate your entire garden. Butterflies require two kinds of…
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Plants That Love The Sun
Plants that love the sun may provide vitality and colour to bare regions in the landscape. Before selecting plants, determine where the sun shines…
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Flowering Perennials for Four Seasons of Interest
Flowering perennials, carefully curated to combine varying heights, colours, and textures, make the most intriguing gardens. For a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to your garden,…
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Peace Lily Care – Spathiphyllum Plant
More than 30 different types of plants belong to this group along with dozens of hybrids. They are native to tropical areas of the…
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Spectacular Annuals for Containers
Annuals for containers are great for novice gardeners or anyone who wants to add interest and colour to their porch or patio. The most…
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Care and Use Colorful Coleus Plants
Coleus is ideal for anyone who wants color in a hurry – in the garden, around the patio or as an indoor plant. There’s…
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Types of Garden Shrubs
Among the bewildering lists of shrubs, certain names stand out as new and unusual, or, on the other hand, tried and familiar. These include…
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Care For The Salvia Plant: Flower, Medicinal and Culinary
The more than 900 species more commonly known as sages are related to Nepeta (Catmint) and Monarda (Bee Balm). The common sage The common…
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How To Grow And Care For Bromeliads Plants
You may be surprised to know that pineapples are a type of terrestrial bromeliad, and they have a quite complex root system. They grow…
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How To Grow Lemon Trees From Seed
There is something about the fresh smell of a flowering lemon tree. Lush, dark green, oval leaves shining in the sunlight. Their fragrant, white…
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How To Make A Terrarium
Terrariums make great additions to any room. There are endless options for variety, decorations and plants. They can be assembled in minutes and will…
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Sansevieria makes a Very Adaptable Houseplant
The snake plant or Sansevieria pronounced (san-se-vi-ee’-ri-ah) – A genus of perennial herbs with stiff, very thick leaves, often mottled with white, and clustered…
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Diatomaceous Earth Keeps Insects Away
Insects are all at once the friend and the foe of the gardener. Beneficial bugs help with pollination and can help to keep the…
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How To Grow And Care For Calibrachoa – Million Bells
You’ve seen the Calibrachoa, a tender perennial commonly known as “Million Bells.” You’ve enjoyed this plant in the nightshade family filling containers and baskets…
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How To Care For The Appealing Fuchsia Plant
Our fuchsias of today still carry the original grace but the beautiful blooms are much larger and in showy colors.
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Tropical Hibiscus and Hardy Hibiscus
Hibiscus ornamentals include varieties that bloom profusely for months, with eye-catching blooms in a variety of colours up to 30 cm wide. Of the…
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How To Grow And Care For Marigold Flowers
The Marigold, a cheerful and easy plant to grow, and the first choice among those who want a bright and splendid natural display for…
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Prevent Black Spot On Roses
Most people who grow roses, at one time or another will face the dreaded “black spot.” The first steps to reduce the possibility of…
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The Meaning of Gorgeous Flowers
Flowers are incredible natural beings. They are delightful and emitting delicious fragrances much to everyone’s delight. But flowers also carry deep meanings to let…
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On the Meaning of a Lily: Colour is Key
Lilies are absolutely beautiful flowers that can be given as gifts. Do they symbolize something? The delightful white lily is a popular choice to…
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Pimentos, Beans and Red Pepper Jelly Recipe
This week’s tour around the garden features Scarlett Runner beans, Pimentos and ends with a favourite Red Pepper Jelly recipe and some health benefits…
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