Begonia maculata is a plant well known for its prominent and captivating foliage. It belongs to the begonia family and is extremely toxic if ingested. It has long upright stems and bears large spotted leaves, sometimes called angel wings. Generally, Begonia or Begoniaceae is a fairly easy plant family to care for. It consists of …
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How to bring boxwoods back to life? I have boxwood shrubs growing all along my white picket fence to provide privacy. The reasons I love them dearly are their ever-greenness and being incredibly hardy. I believe they are 100% foolproof and survive no matter the circumstances. That was the case until I inspected my shrubs …
Ferns are lovely, versatile additions to the home and garden and are exceptionally hardy plants that are easy to grow. On occasion, they may present problems related to their environmental conditions, but the good news is that they are easy to revive and, when caught in time, there is a strong chance that a fern …
The much-loved fuchsia plant is famous for its beautiful two-toned bell-like flowers. Originally hailing from Central and South America, fuchsias are considered easy to care for and fare well both in the garden and in containers. Their stunning abundant blooms make them popular among plant-lovers, but they can quickly start to look bedraggled if one …
How to revive a dying tomato plant. With over 10,000 varieties, tomatoes are one of the fruits most commonly grown in gardens worldwide. I am saying fruit as tomatoes are fruit in botanical terms but more often referred to as a vegetable. These crops are also susceptible, and untreated disease or change in care can cause …