Sometimes, selecting a new plant for the garden isn’t only about looks. The buttonbush might not win any prizes for the most ornamental shrub available, but it is certainly a very useful species. These plants are ideal for waterlogged areas where other plants can’t survive, and their power to attract wildlife makes them a wonderful, […]
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Yews are popular evergreen conifers that have many uses in both the garden and the landscape. These are some of those rare, dense evergreens that can be grown as a narrow hedge in a shady area. Gardeners should take note of this plant’s toxic properties before planting them, however. What Is A Yew Plant? Yews
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In many ways, philodendrons are the perfect houseplants. These plants purify the air around us while making our homes a more natural and comfortable environment to live in. They’re also easy plants to care for and very collectible because they are so diverse. There are hundreds of different species from this wonderful genus, and in
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The Philodendrons are a group of houseplants that most people are familiar with- whether they realize it or not. These popular perennials are some of the most commonly grown indoor plants and they come in many shapes and sizes. These plants are grown for their exotic and often colorful foliage and interesting growth forms. Read
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American Spikenard is one of the interesting native plants that is great for naturalized woodland and wildlife gardens. These plants do well in full sun to partial shade in zones 3 to 8. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for these underused plants. What Is A Spikenard Shrub? The American Spikenard is
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The crossvine (Bignonia capreolata) is a great plant to incorporate in various landscape types, which is made possible by its growth habits and morphology. Also, it attracts different kinds of birds and butterflies. Read on to know more. Botanical Information Coming from the Trumpet-Creeper family or Bignoniaceae family, Bignonia capreolata is commonly known as the
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Some plants are easy to grow and care for that can serve multiple roles in the landscape. An example of this is the orange trumpet vine, which is often used due to its cascading trumpet-shaped orange flowers. Laborious maintenance is needed for specific landscape functions, but its beauty makes it all worth it. Keep reading
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The money tree (Pachira sp.) is a very popular and beautiful houseplant. These Central and South America trees are typically sold as 3-7 braided stems and are said to bring good luck and fortune to whoever grows them. Read on to learn how to grow and care for these amazing indoor plants. There are in
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Every year when the festive season comes around, small Norfolk Island pines become available, often bedecked in glitter and ornaments, or even painted. They usually survive for a few weeks before slowly dying away. With the right care, however, these tiny Christmas trees can live for many years as fantastic houseplants. Read on to learn
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The parlor palm (Chamaedorea elegans) is one of the most popular ornamental palm species in the world. This compact species is great for beginners and ideally suited to indoor growth. Not only does it add a vibrant, tropical atmosphere to your indoor space, but it is a known air-purifier too! Read on to learn how
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