Amaranth is a gorgeous and versatile plant that can add a pop of color to gardens and landscapes. However, it can be frustrating when the leaves on your prized amaranth start curling and contorting out of shape. This unsightly curling is actually a common problem that plagues amaranth growers. The good news is that leaf … Read more
The African milk tree (Euphorbia trigona) is native to Central Africa. This plant looks a lot like a cactus—hence its nicknames: candelabra cactus, cathedral cactus, friendship cactus, and good luck cactus—but it is actually a succulent plant. It features triangular stems, with three distinct sides seamed with ridges. The ridges are peppered with thorns and … Read more
Aloe vera is a popular houseplant known for its healing properties and striking appearance However, like all plants, aloe vera is susceptible to pests that can damage and even kill it As an aloe vera owner, it’s important to learn how to prevent and control common pests to keep your plant thriving. In this comprehensive … Read more
Scale on plants are sap-sucking pests that attach themselves to twigs, leaves, branches, and fruits of host plants. This guide shares the best ways for scale control on houseplants. There are more than 8,000 species of scale insects in the world and over 1,000 in North America alone. They are such oddly shaped and immobile … Read more
Quickly twining around any support, or pinched to create a handsome hanging specimen, Alice Dupont allamanda is an attractive evergreen vine endowed with beautiful, deep pink, funnelform blooms up to 4 inches wide and 2 inches long, set off against dark green, large evergreen leaves. It may be the most popular cultivar of mandevilla. Winter … Read more
Sunlight. It’s one of the most important ingredients for a happy, healthy adenium plant. But how much light does this desert rose really need? As an adenium grower myself, proper lighting has been crucial to help my plants put out colorful blooms year after year. Through trial and error with my own adenium collection, I’ve … Read more
The Alii ficus is one of the most popular indoor tree varieties for use as a houseplant With its elegant slender leaves and forgiving nature, it’s easy to see why the Alii ficus has become a mainstay in many homes. But did you know there are actually several different varieties of Alii ficus to choose … Read more
Horticulturalists don’t categorize ants as garden pests, because they dont actively damage plants nor do they transmit any diseases around the garden. In fact, there are some benefits to garden ants. Still, many people still consider ants unwelcome in the garden. Some can be aggressive enough to inflict painful bites, especially the notorious fire ant … Read more
Every kid in my tiny elementary school thought I was a strange girl because I kept a jar of sand on my desk. But it wasn’t just any sand. It was sand my dad had brought back from a trip to Honduras for me, to sate my obsession with turquoise-watered and white-sanded beaches. I wanted … Read more
When it comes to growing Alii Ficus trees, understanding their growth rate year by year can help you anticipate the development of these elegant and versatile plants. Alii Ficus trees, scientifically known as Ficus maclellandii, are popular choices for indoor and outdoor landscaping due to their graceful foliage and easy care requirements. In this article, … Read more