Garden

You have probably seen this plant one too many in mansions of the rich and the famous but you would not expect that it would be named after a cheese. That’s right. Today, we will learn about how to take care of the Swiss cheese vine. But before anything else, let’s get it on with some quick facts about this...

The string of pearls is one unique house plant because of its slender, bubbly stems. It also belongs to the world of succulents and it is one of those low maintenance ornamentals that would really make heads turn its way. But how do you take care of it? First, let us start with these quick facts. It is also...

If you are looking for small ornamentals that are easy to care for, African Violets are on top of the list of that category. With its small flowers of white, purple and pink combined with its deep green leaves, your home will have a classic interior like it was the 70s. Before we go with the details of how to...

There is always the grocery but nothing beats the satisfaction that comes from picking your own rosemary leaves from your own pot or soil bed. But before we get to the nitty-gritty details of how to grow and take care of the rosemary plant, here are some quick facts about it that you might want to know: It is...

Planting the jade plant was a fad of the 1970s because then and now, it remains to be one of the easiest houseplants to grow that require low maintenance and does not demand much when it comes to basic needs like water and sunlight. Today, we will talk about jade plant care but before we do, let us look at...

These plants all have strong vertical or upright growth habits to add contrast and interest in a container or hanging basket planting. When planning a garden design or container combination it can be important to include plants with upright growth habit to provide a strong vertical accent.

One of the most challenging garden situations is under the roof hanging of a house, or against a tall fence which blocks rain and sun from a garden planter. When gardeners find themselves dealing with a shady, dry area in the landscape it can be frustrating to find suitable plants that will not only...

Many gardeners long for colorful patio gardens or porch container arrangements but need to account for the usually part shade conditions they create. Partial shade is a versatile growing condition for small entry gardens, porch planters or patio containers. These plants mix and match well to form a beautiful container planting combination for part...

With harvest parties, Halloween and Thanksgiving autumn containers can be a dramatic focal point on a deck, patio or open garden spot. These plants are all great for fall planters to brighten up the landscape. To make them Halloween themed add a 'Jack O' Lantern' or other Halloween decoration to the container. For Thanksgiving...

This smart guide to home landscaping explains how to landscape a yard and design a garden in simple steps. Every new gardener wonders how to be their own landscape designer. Stop being overwhelmed and start getting simple instructions with this guide. Yard Planning All good...