Indian hawthorns are great, low-maintenance shrubs that don’t grow too large or need to be trimmed too often to stay neat and tidy in the garden. There are a few important things to know before planting this beauty, so read on to learn more. What Is an Indian Hawthorn? The Indian hawthorn, Hong Kong hawthorn […]
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It’s not only exotic plants from far-flung corners of the globe that make for beautiful and showy garden specimens. The shining fetterbush is a great native choice for natural gardens that requires very little upkeep if planted in the right area. Read on to learn more about this colorful evergreen shrub. What Is Lyonia lucida?
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A subtropical evergreen shrub, the gardenia is a beautiful plant that is also known as cape jasmine. Native to the tropical regions of South Africa and Asia, it’s a popular houseplant for many people. Growing gardenia as a bonsai tree is a wonderful choice if you’re looking for a bonsai plant that has lovely white
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Mountain mahoganies are plants of the genus Cercocarpus. There are several mountain mahoganies that are native to the Western United States and Mexico that have the potential to make great garden plants, especially for those who enjoy gardening with native and wildlife attracting plants. What Is A Mountain Mahogany Although 9 or 10 mountain mahogany
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The spiky appearance of cacti makes them appear as dangerous plants. In fact, this is one of their defense mechanisms—to drive away most animals that will attempt to consume them. But because people are adventurous, and we have a need to survive, the cacti group is explored for their digestible properties. Several cacti species actually
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Is there anything better than the sweet smell of flowers on a warm summer’s day? The banana shrub looks nothing like the regular banana tree. But the common name “banana shrub” comes from the fact that its blossoms smell like ripe bananas. What a Treat! Read on to learn more about this beautiful flowering shrub.
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Cacti are known for their prickly and rigid appearance making them excellent statement plants in the house. But there are some types that look less like a cactus which makes them even more exceptional. A good example is the Coral cactus. What Is A Coral Cactus? The Coral Cactus is a cultivar of Euphorbia lactea,
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Are you looking for a really easy to grow, native shrub for zones 7 to 10? Look no further than the Coffeeberry, Frangula californica. This low maintenance plant is both versatile and easy on the eye. The birds and butterflies will thank you too! What Is A Coffeeberry? A member of the buckthorn family, the
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Photinia plant is a very popular ornamental evergreen shrub that is frequently found in gardens throughout the Southern United States. This plant has both attractive foliage and an impressive floral display. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the easiest plant to keep in good health and should be considered carefully before being selected for your next gardening
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Bonsai trees are often thought of for their tall, imposing presence on the California coast. However, there are also reasons to consider growing redwood bonsai plants. There are several kinds of redwood plants you can grow for bonsai. Among these are the dawn redwood and the coast redwood, both of which have very soft, needle-shaped
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