Experienced house plant growers jokingly say that Dracaena trifasciata needs very little attention and should be given as a present to novice gardeners. It is a good idea to take a few leaf cuttings every so often to ensure that your snake plant can be propagated if its parts become damaged by overwatering or disease. … Read more
Also known as the Semperflorens-cultorum group, wax-leaf Begonias are one of the most popular types of Begonia flower! They are hardy to USDA zones 9-11, so are grown as annuals in cooler climates or overwintered indoors. These plants, which belong to a genus of over 1,300 species, have interesting and dainty flowers which look stunning … Read more
The most common problems with growing snake plants occur due to overwatering. This article should help you finetune your watering routine. In the wild, snake plants prefer loose, well-draining soil. It rarely has wet roots. To keep the plant happy in your home, you should aim to achieve these conditions. How often should I water … Read more
You might confuse an aster for a daisy, but the two are quite different if you take a closer look! Both flowers belong to the same family but each has its own unique flower meaning and symbolism. An aster is as bright as any flower in the garden with its lush petals, just like how … Read more
As hot as a chili and as addicting as a tobacco, these flowers are a must in your garden! A Petunia flower is what you would least expect it to be. It is often seen as a distant relative to three very famous agricultural crops which includes tomatoes, chili peppers, and tobacco. What do these … Read more
Snake plant has a reputation for being the ideal gift to inexperienced gardeners. This plant is tolerant of low light, suffers neglect without too much complaint, and is almost impossible to kill! The original cultivars are native to West Africa, but snake plant has been heavily popularized in the Far East (where it is believed … Read more
Every month of the year has unique and interesting qualities. Nature shows us the hidden truths and beauties of an ever-changing world. These truths reflect not only the natural world but also the qualities of people born in each month. Flowers that thrive and bloom in colder months must persevere despite harsh conditions, while summer … Read more
Named for the Greek Goddess Maia who was the shepherd of plants, the month of May is a time of fertility and beauty and a sign that summer is on its way. More than just the fifth month in the Julian and Gregorian calendars, May is full of exciting celebrations like May Day, Cinco De … Read more
Begonias are part of a group of over 1,300 species and 10,000 cultivars! These are divided into 7 groups: cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, scandent or trailing, shrub-like, and tuberous. Tuberous types are some of the most popular flowering Begonias and are generally grown as annuals in cold climates or overwintered for re-planting the following year. … Read more
Begonias are part of the genus Begonia which contains over 1,300 species and over 10,000 varieties and cultivars! First discovered in Mexico in the 1500s, but found later on worldwide in the sub-tropics, this group can be divided into 7 distinct categories. These are cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, scandent or trailing, shrub-like, and tuberous. Begonias … Read more