Gardenias are a popular flower and their delicate petals provide an appealing contrast to the dark foliage that frames them. Gardenia bugs, however, greatly diminish the aesthetic value of this plant and should be eradicated as quickly as possible. The following article provides several methods to effectively eliminate these pests from your gardenia plants. The … Read more
Irises have a variety of uses in the garden and landscape, but they can also be planted with ease at home. There are many varieties that offer different colors and textures, from white blooms to variegated leaves. However, it is important to plant them deep enough for them grow into lush plants without being disturbed … Read more
Bonsai is a Japanese art of gardening in which plants are grown into trees, shrubs or other shapes. It’s possible to grow bonsai indoors and outdoors. There are many different styles, including formal upright Bonsai seen on tables at zen gardens and informal miniature versions used outside the garden for decoration. The “bougainvillea bonsai training” … Read more
Knock out roses are a beautiful, delicate way to decorate your home for the holidays. However, it’s important not to forget about winterizing them and keeping them alive for their next season. Follow these steps below on how to do so! When your roses are blooming, you need to make sure they survive the winter. … Read more
Do you know how long it takes an olive to grow from seed to harvest, or from a young transplant? And how long does it take an olive tree to grow? Let’s take a closer look. An olive tree is an evergreen plant that has a trunk and branches. It is not a shrub, but … Read more
In this article, we will learn how to make a tree grow new branches and look beautiful again after it has lost its beautiful green foliage. New branches growing on a tree is a sign of life and vitality. If you are an avid gardener or lover of trees you probably know to be on … Read more
Would you like to learn how to grow a live oak tree from an acorn? If you answered yes to this question, keep reading this article and you will learn all you need to know to grow your very own oak tree from an acorn. If you have space in your garden and are a … Read more
Would you like to learn how to grow a chestnut tree from a conker? Because this is absolutely possible and a chestnut tree will make your landscape look so much better with its beautiful green foliage. Chestnuts are deciduous trees belonging to the Fagaceae family. These plants are native to the temperate regions of the … Read more
Today, we’re going to be answering the question: how to grow a willow tree from a cutting? It’s the easiest way to grow this popular plant, and it’s the perfect addition to your garden. You may be wondering: what is a willow tree? Willows are woody, typically deciduous trees that grow to between 15 and … Read more
Camellia is a popular flowering plant and the state flower of Missouri. This species of camellia has been around for over two centuries and its name was given by an American physician, Dr. John Chapman in 1838 who first discovered it during his exploration in Japan. Camellias are a popular plant to grow as they … Read more