Found throughout California, this popular shrub was nicknamed the Hollywood Juniper. Botanically known as the Juniperus chinensis ‘Kaizuka’, this tree is one of the most unique evergreen cultivars. It has a rustic appearance with artistically twisted branches. The twisting and spiraling growth habit of the Hollywood Juniper make the tree appear to have been trained …
The Anthurium clarinervium produces lovely heart-shaped leaves that have a velvety feel against your palms. The leaves are dark green with light green underneath. White veins create interesting patterns that stand out from other plants. You can trace the beautiful vein patterns and become mesmerized. This plant’s nickname “velvet cardboard Anthurium” explains everything. The Anthurium …
The Alocasia Zebrina is a tropical plant with large leaves. It is mainly prized for it’s ornamental stems and not it’s flowers or leaves. Its large leaves stand out and are beautiful but it’s zebra-patterned stems are truly unique and really become the focal point. This tropical plant is from Southeast Asia and the Philippines …
Sometimes when you think you know everything you discover that there is more to learn! I have just discovered a beautiful airplant, the Tillandsia cyanea, and have found out that it can be grown in both, air and soil. This makes it super exciting for home gardeners. Do you enjoy getting your hands dirty? If …
The mighty Eucalyptus is a genus made up of various shrubs and trees that only naturally exist within the temperate habitats of Australia. They are known by most as containing healing properties, providing koalas with their only source of sustenance, and having distinctly smelling leaves. Did you now that you could house this plant in …
Alocasia Frydek or Alocasia Micholitziana or sometimes just called Alocasia Green Velvet is a stunning plant and one of our favourites Alocasias. Another Alocasia that is also called African Mask is Alocasia Polly. Alocasia itself is a genus of 70 different species. Frydek is an Elephant’s Ear variation that is also called the Green …
This is me and my Chinese Money Plant. Taking care of houseplants is one of my greatest passions. I am constantly looking for new houseplants to gradually transform my apartment into an urban jungle.