It will probably be of no surprise to you that when it comes to flowering plants, the list can go on and on! Yes, there’s no shortage in the world of wonderful flowers to add to your garden, the tricky part comes in choosing which ones will make the cut. When deciding what plants to … Read more
Cholla cacti are interesting species in that they have an abundance of very sharp, barbed spines and many have flower buds that are edible as well as edible fruit. These cacti are multi-branching with cylindroid joints. The reason this genus of cacti is so successful in the wild is how the plant reproduces itself. The … Read more
Another year goes by and you realize it is finally July – a very special month full of celebration and in some countries, their day of independence. July is known as the seventh month of the year and is named after the great Roman dictator – Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar was a very famous Roman … Read more
June may be the month that indicates that half of the year has just passed but it also means that the summer solstice is just around the corner! It is also known as the sixth month in the Gregorian calendar and is named after the Roman goddess Juno. The goddess is said to be the … Read more
Anyone out there who considers themselves a green thumb will be familiar with the amount of planning, research, and preparation that goes into creating a spectacular outdoor display! It may seem like a bit of a headache, but carefully curating and choosing what plants belong in your garden can be extremely rewarding, especially when the … Read more
Cholla cactus belong to the Cylindropuntia genus which contains around 33 different species. Originally, this genus was thought to be a subgenus of Opuntia. However, the genus now stands alone. The main difference between the Cylindropuntia genus and the Opuntia genus is that the former has cylindrical stems while the latter has flattened stems called … Read more
There are over 30 species in the Adromischus genus that you can easily grow. These succulents are all low-growing and are ideal for growing in containers indoors. However, if you live in a warm climate, you can also grow these lovely plants outdoors and they will add some interest to your rock garden. Most of … Read more
This is perhaps the most popular of all Haworthia succulents due to its remarkable features and ease of care. H. fasciata, commonly known as zebra plant or zebra cactus, is an ideal species for the beginner gardener. It is not at all demanding and can thrive even under scenarios of neglect. The zebra succulent is … Read more
Carnations are surely among some of the world’s most popular flowers out there! It’s no doubt at all since it radiates with beauty and such grace. The intricate design and gorgeous colors of these blossoms make them stand out! Growing carnation flowers is as easy as pie and has ornamental and folkloric uses! Some might … Read more
Haworthia cymbiformis is a flowering perennial that grows remarkably slowly. Its leaves resemble the shape of a boat’s bow. They are tapered obtusely at their ends and are broad at the base. The leaves occur in a spiral around the center of the rosette, where a distinct stem is absent. For that bright flush of … Read more