Orchids are famous for their elegant, paper-like blooms. Native to the tropics, orchids are epiphytes, which means they grow on top of other plants without draining their hosts of their nutrients. Orchids grow off the sides of trees and are therefore potted in either bark chips or moss. These potting mediums mimic orchids’ natural environment …
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I love a fern! They are green, lush and add a tropical feel to any indoor room or outdoor garden. I recently discovered the Foxtail fern at my local farmer’s market. I was told that it is in fact, not a fern at all, but belongs to the lily family. It has the botanical name …
Aloe Vera is a plant that’s rich in antioxidants and even has some antiseptic and antibacterial benefits. This makes it a useful plant to grow and keep handy. However, the aloe plant does take time to grow and develop the medicinal qualities that it is known for. If you recently planted Aloe Vera, you may …
Juliet Tomatoes have red ripened fruit with elongated, pointed ends shaped like a grape. It is a hybrid from the 1990s and now has a uniform fruit with a sweet, delicious flavor. During the harvest season, you will be rewarded with tons of fruits every day because of the prolific nature of the vine. The …
All 80 varieties of Alocasia come from rainforests, but they are adorning our greenhouses, living rooms, and gardens as a houseplant since the fifties. Today’s plant goes by many names, including Dwarf Elephant Ear, Alocasia Gageana California, and Dwarf Taro. It’s a Southeast Asian native that can grow several feet high in the natural habitat. …
You want to learn more about Husky Cherry Red Tomato plant care and read about the Cherry Red Tomato Plant. The Husky Cherry Red Tomato is a popular dwarf tomato variety. The vines on this tomato plant grow close to one another, meaning the plant takes up little space in the garden. Grow these tomatoes …
Undoubtedly, one of the most popular ornamental plant genera, Boxwoods are very hardy, versatile, evergreen shrubs. The first reported Boxwood garden plantation in North America took place in 1653! The evergreen shrub is truly, “Man’s Oldest Garden Ornament.” The Boxwood genus comprises about 97 species and hundreds of cultivars, the most familiar one is Buxus …
When I got my very first succulents, I was so thrilled. Some were of the echeveria species and the others were lithops. In my excitement, I continuously checked my plants every few hours, and me being me, I even had my measuring tape, notebook, and pen ready to write down the progress of my succulents …
You are here to read more about Macho fern care and Nephrolepis biserrata (scientific name) as a plant. Macho ferns can be seen adorning porches, patios, shaded gardens, and indoor spaces. I have a Boston Sword Fern in front of my house and one in my winter garden. Ferns are not easy to care for, …
Ficus Triangularis, named for its triangular-shaped leaves, is a great plant for beginners. It grows well indoors and is not overly fussy. Some experienced gardeners may be shaking their heads, knowing that the word ‘Ficus’ usually means that you have a difficult plant on your hands. But, this particular species is not one of them! …