If you’re looking for a bold and showy shrub, Leonotis is a good place to start. These distinctive African plants are fast-growing and have interesting, brightly colored blossoms which attract butterflies and hummingbirds. What Is A Leonotis? Leonotis leonurus, or lion’s tail, is an evergreen shrub from the mint family (Lamiaceae). The genus name is […]
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Ipomoea alba, commonly known as the Moonflower, is a vine with white fragrant flowers and heart-shaped leaves. From its scientific name, alba is Latin for white. This is an easy way to remember its flowers being white. The unique appearance of the vine and how the flowers bloom during sunset and in full bloom at
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We spend more time indoors than ever before, and it’s not just because we’re working from home. Fewer of us have backyards or live in walkable communities where we can leave our homes for work or errands. We’ve become so reliant on the comforts of indoor living that even when we do venture outside, many
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Vining and climbing plants can add a much-needed outdoor aspect to your indoor space. Indoor plants are kept anywhere from the kitchen to your office space, and are popular year round for that much-needed mood boost in the middle of your workday. Vining and climbing plants are an especially fun variety to grow indoors because
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The Golden Barrel Cactus (Golden Ball Cactus), along with other kinds of the same Cactaceae family such as Arizona barrel cactus and California barrel cactus, is one of the most popular landscaping plants for dry desert climates. It displays a characteristic spiky golden globose shape that when installed en masse in desert landscapes, creates a
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During stressful times, people often turn to nature to find some peace and relax. Big bushy trees and colorful flowers are what catch the eye of most people. The Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans) is one of our floral head-turners because of its flower shape and color. As a fast growing perennial vine, caring for this
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Some people are not familiar with the landscaping industry being a science, art, and business. Every plant placed in one’s landscape design has its purpose that is carefully thought out and planned. Proper plant selection is one of the crucial steps in making the landscape work even in the long run. The Chocolate Vine or
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It’s spring, and you’ve got a balcony that needs some life. You want to grow some balcony plants but don’t know where to start. There are so many plants that can do well in the small space of a balcony, even if it is just 6 feet by 3 feet. No matter how much we
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Are you ready to bring a taste of the tropics into your home? If so, you may want to consider growing the Hawaiian umbrella bonsai. This dwarf tree is native to the tropics (technically, to Australia and not Hawaii – but who’s keeping track?). It is common in parts of Southeast Asia as well. Prized
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Known for being an attractive shrub that catches everyone’s attention, the escallonia plant is relatively easy to grow, making it an essential plant in any garden. Although native to South America, including Chile, Argentina (1), and the Andes, this shrub can now be found everywhere else in the world where the sea or ocean is
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