Black Tower Elderberry is a spectacular pink flowering plant with a multi-seasonal appeal. It has deep-purple foliage, blackish-red berries, and blooms that are relished by wildlife. It has an upstanding column-like structure. This stunning plant is indigenous to Africa, Europe, and Southwestern Asia. Black Tower Elderberry belong to the family of Adoxaceae that is part …
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The basil plant, also known as Ocimum basilicum, is an annual herb widely used in kitchens worldwide. This sweet basil is grown primarily for its aromatic leaves. Its exotic flavor is used in fish and meat seasoning, salads, sauces, and tea. The basil plant, as excellent as it is, comes with a few problems; after …
When you’re limited on space and want to grow multiple tomato plants, you need to know just how far apart to plant tomatoes. Grow them too close together, sunlight gets blocked, humidity increases and the next thing you know, you’re trying to figure out why there’s so many white spots on tomato leaves – powdery …
Basil is a member of the herbal mint family. It is often used to add flavor to food and also adds nutrition. There are various varieties of Basil found all around the globe. Sweet Basil is used in food to add flavor, and the Holy Basil is used for its health benefits in teas and …
Watching a tiny seedling or plant turn into a massive tree is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience for every gardener. While preparing the perfect soil mix, planting, watering, and feeding your tree are all enjoyable; perhaps the most delightful moment is when your beloved tree begins to bear fruits. A vibrant, lush green tree holding various …
Zinnias are known for their easy-growing flowers that bloom heavily. This plant only blooms for one season and produces seeds so that a new plant can grow in the place of the old one. Zinnias have bright, daisy-like flowers that blossom on a single stem. They look great in a flower vase and can even …
Banana is a tropical plant that is widely cultivated in India and in tropic countries like Mexico, Brazil, Thailand, etc. It is rich in micro and macronutrients. Banana Pups are branches, or offshoots, that develop from the bottom of a Banana plant. These are also known as suckers or babies. If you want to change …
Ferns are among the plants that do not flower. Although similar to flowering plants, Ferns have a root system, possess leaves, and have stems but do neither carry flowers nor seeds. Since these plants do not have flowers or seeds to reproduce, they reproduce sexually through tiny spores. The stunning leaves of Ferns are referred …
Opuntia humifusa, also known as ‘prickly pear’ is a hardy cactus indigenous to the North-Eastern corner of the USA and Southern Canada. It is an exceedingly hardy plant and grows naturally in sandy soils, rocky outcrops, and on cliffs. Opuntia humifusa tolerates extreme winter conditions including sub-zero temperatures, snow, frost, and heavy rain. Exposed to …
Senna didymobotrya, also known as Popcorn Cassia, is a plant originating from the tropical regions of Central and Eastern Africa. Now recognized as a Senna, it was originally categorized as a Cassia and that part of the name has stuck, hence it’s common name, Popcorn Cassia. The popcorn aspect of the name comes from the …