The Easter cactus, unlike other so-called holiday cacti, flowers in spring and that’s why it’s called an Easter cactus or spring cactus. There appears to be general confusion about the correct botanical name for this particular plant. Scientific references refer to it as Hatiora gaertneri, Schlumbergera gaertneri or Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri. No wonder people get confused … Read more
Forget-me-nots are such delightful plants that you’ll want to grow a few different varieties in your garden to add some color and cheerfulness to your yard. These pretty plants can even be grown in pots to adorn your front entry or your outdoor entertaining area. Here are the most common true species of forget-me-nots and … Read more
Popular as ornamental plants due to their colorful foliage, hostas (commonly known as plantain lilies and gibōshi) are great options for a shade garden. Incredibly versatile as foundation plants, they are often cultivated by novice and experienced gardeners because of their low-maintenance needs. These shade loving perennials come in a variety of striking colors, leaf … Read more
All Graptosedum succulents are hybrids by crossing two other succulent species. You may also see them shown as xGraptosedum. The “x” signifies that the plant is a hybrid cross and not a pure species that can be found in a native habitat. In general, Graptosedums are a cross between species from the Graptopetalum genus as … Read more
Growing tulips is so rewarding. There are so many different types of tulips that you can grow, that it would be impossible to give you a complete list. It becomes even more challenging when tulips are grouped into various divisions according to their bloom time, flower shape, and stem height. Therefore, we’ve decided to showcase … Read more
The Forget-me-not (Scorpion grasses) is a delightful spring flowering plant that is often used in borders or in cottage gardens. This plant is ideal for growing among other early spring flowers such as daffodils and tulips as a colorful ground cover. In general, forget-me-nots will bloom in late spring and early summer with some plant … Read more
Cultivated for their incredibly juicy fruits, watermelon plants are rewarding and fun to grow. Dedicated planters will find that fruit production is worth the time and effort, especially if they reap these fantastic summertime treats. Able to weigh several kilograms, watermelons are some of the world’s largest fruits. Due to their size and weight, it’s … Read more
Tulips are one of the iconic signs of spring. These lovely flowering tulip bulbs fill our spring gardens with glorious color before other spring bulbs have even emerged from their winter sleep. They give so much enjoyment to people all around the world. Tulips are available in a multitude of colors including some that are … Read more
Commonly known as creeping lilyturf, liriope resembles the appearance of variegated grasses. Despite its common name and grass-like appearance, however, it is neither a lily nor a true ornamental grass. Cultivated all across the globe for its beautiful foliage and its low-maintenance needs, it can be grown in both indoor and outdoor locations. There are … Read more
The common boxwood is frequently grown as a shrub or cultivated as a polished hedge in ornamental gardens. This hardy plant, which is scientifically known as Buxus sempervirens, is a prime choice for many gardeners. Perfect for landscaping, for creating a shade garden, and for serving as a natural fence, Box is one of the … Read more