The Different Types of Anemone (Plus Growing Tips)
With over 100 species of flowers in the genus of anemone (common name windflower) there is much variation in these delightful little flowers. While they are all perennial flowers that …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Fishbone Cactus
The fishbone cactus (Epiphyllum ‘anguliger’) isn’t your ordinary desert cactus. This cactus is an epiphytic cactus that lives in organic matter (such as decaying leaves) that gathers between the branches …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Rat Tail Cactus
Rat tail cactus (Disocactus ‘flagelliformis’) produces round, vine-like stems which can reach a length of 4 to 6 feet. These long, slender stems have shallow ridges and resemble a rat’s tail …
Tips for Growing Burro’s Tail (Sedum morganianum)
Although it is referred to as a cactus, the burro’s tail cactus (Sedum ‘morganianum’) is actually a succulent and not a cactus. But both require similar growing conditions, like loose gritty …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Fairy Castle Cactus
The Fairy Castle Cactus is one of the most common decorative cactus species in the nation. It is native to North, South, and Central America and can reach 6-25 feet …
Growing Guide: Growing Star Cactus (Astrophytum asteria)
The adorable little star cactus earns its name from its spineless body that resembles the shape of a star. The greenish-gray cactus features ridges of tiny white dots further outlining …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Peanut Cactus
The peanut cactus (Echinopsis chamaecereus) produces a cluster of fuzzy, peanut-shaped stems giving it its common name. This cactus is prized for its stunning 2-inch blooms in brilliant shades of …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Pencil Cactus
The pencil cactus (Euphorbia ‘tirucalli’) is a unique houseplant with its brown branches that branch out to smaller green branches and finally with 1-inch oval leaves. It gets its name …
2025 Most Popular Houseplants (Plus Growing Tips)
Houseplants provide your home with high-quality and long-lasting beauty that will make it stand out to your friends and family members. If you’re looking for fun and appealing plants for …
11 Different Types of Ranunculus (Photos and Growing Tips)
The list of beautiful ranunculus is almost endless, so one is bound to be perfect for your landscaping. These flowers originated in Central Asia and are named after the swampy …
Different Types of Alliums (Photos plus Growing Tips)
Onions, chives, and leeks are allium family members, but there are hundreds of others that are grown for their beautiful flowerheads. Most of these plants have very little foliage, but …
Different Types of Crocus (Plus Care Tips and Photos)
Crocus flowers are a prevalent variety that grows in many different environments and produce gorgeous blooms of various colors. Growing these flowers is relatively easy, thankfully, as most are quite …
10 Different Types of Iris (Iris Plant Varieties)
It can be very challenging to choose between the different varieties of irises. Settlers brought the first irises to Virginia in the 1600s, but Americans love for these flowers began …
Tips on How to Grow Vegetables in Containers
If you are limited on space or the soil in your yard is unsuitable for gardening, growing vegetables in containers may be the answer for you. Nearly any vegetable will …
Attracting Pollinators To Your Garden (Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees)
Pollinators are vital to the production of fruits and veggies, but it’s not just your cultivated crops that benefit from attracting pollinators to your yard and garden. Without them, we …
Tips to Make Gardening Easy for Seniors (Helpful Products)
Whether you are a life-long gardener or have taken up the hobby in your golden years, some gardening tasks can pose a challenge to those with limited mobility or a …
Everything You Need to Know About Organic Pest Control
Many gardeners turn to organic pest control with the right intentions but make the error of thinking that organic automatically means nontoxic and good for the environment. While this is …
What is Cold Frame Gardening? (Getting Started, Tips and Benefits)
Cold frame gardening involves using a cold frame as a tool to extend the gardening season. A cold frame is usually placed over garden vegetables to protect them from freezing …
10 Different Types of Daylilies (Photos)
There are over 70 different types of daylilies, so deciding what type will work best and look terrific in your landscaping can be challenging. Daylilies can be evergreen, semi-evergreen or …
The Different Types of Agapanthus (Plus Care Tips)
Agapanthus flowers come in many different species and grow all over the world in many environments. They come in small and large shapes, usually produce blue to purple colors, and …