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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It may be a tree that you think of more often as a Christmas tree, but the reality is that spruce is an evergreen coniferous tree with plenty of other uses, too. Not only is it prized for use in woodworking, but spruce is also a popular bonsai plant. Growing up to 200 feet tall
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Some plants are so versatile that they can adapt to almost any situation. Loropetalum is an easy-to-grow, evergreen shrub that comes in a huge variety of shapes and sizes. The combination of beautiful foliage and flowers make this plant an excellent choice for warmer climates. What Is A Loropetalum? Loropetalum (pronounced lor-oh-PET-a-lum), also known as
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Cacti are unique desert plants that have caught the attention of many house plant growers because of their ability to endure and even thrive on neglect. They do not require a lot of gardening work, especially watering, but there are other practices that need to be performed from time to time, like repotting. Cacti only
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With elegant, exquisite s-curved trunks and dark green oval leaves, Ficus retusa is a classic bonsai choice. It’s one of up to 2000 different ficus tree species used for bonsai. A hardy and reliable grower, it is the perfect specimen for beginners and experts alike. Often grafted with Ficus microcarpa, Ficus retusa is often grown
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