Sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus) are favorites in many garden types because they are beautiful, easy to care for, and help restore the nitrogen levels in the soil. They are often seen in crop gardens because they can benefit the growth of other plants like fruits and vegetables and attract plenty of beneficial insects with their …
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Aralia Sun King (Aralia cordata ‘Sun King’), also known as Japanese spikenard or mountain asparagus is the perfect shrub to add to your garden if you want to quickly add a lot of vibrancy to your spaces. The best companion plants for Aralia Sun King are coral bells, plantain lilies, astilbes, columbines, bleeding hearts, and ferns …
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A bonsai orange tree is one of the cutest miniature trees you can possibly grow. These charming trees produce vivid lime-green foliage that will brighten up your spaces throughout the year. They produce fragrant flowers in spring and summer and can bring lots of cheer when their small oranges start to ripen. Orange bonsai trees …
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The humble juniper is one of the most common species for landscaping and indoor growing – and when it comes to bonsai growing, Shimpaku juniper bonsai tree is a smart choice. The juniper genus is a large one, including up to 70 different species in the cypress family. All of them are evergreen coniferous shrubs …
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Maiden grass (Miscanthus sinensis) is a very popular ornamental grass because it can add lots of cheer with its tall leaf blades and showy flowering plumes. Gardeners and landscapers love to use this perennial grass variety to create showy spaces. The deciduous grass is functional for adding multi-seasonal interest and will even keep your garden …
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Fountain grass (Pennisetum) is a perfect ornamental grass to include in your garden if you need something showy yet hardy. These beautiful grasses will add lots of soft texture with their wispy plumes and they are great statement plants for gardens because their tall leaves create a showy fountain effect. These perennials are pretty easy …
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The cyclamen plant (Cyclamen spp.) is one of the most gorgeous and most common houseplants you can grow. But is it poisonous? If you have a pet, you might be wondering whether your beloved cyclamen plants might be dangerous to your cats or dogs. As long as none of the plant parts are ingested, you …
Have you ever seen the beautiful pink flowers of cyclamen and wondered how to care for this lovely plant? While it is an easy-care plant, one of the most important factors to consider when caring for your plants is lighting. Knowing what lighting requirements your houseplant needs will ensure that this gorgeous flowering specimen stays …
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Cyclamen, also known as Persian violet or Cyclamen persicum, is a flowering perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. The name is derived from the Greek word for “coil,” a testament to how the flower curls up around the seedpods. Though cyclamen can thrive in many different climates, they require some special care and …
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If you are looking for an award-winning ornamental grass for your garden then you can consider Blue oat grass (Helictotrichon sempervirens). In 1993, this charming grass species won the Award of Garden Merrit at the Royal Horticul Society because of its showy appearance and hardy nature. Blue oat grass is great for adding texture to …
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