Bathrooms are surprisingly good for houseplants. Warmth and humidity are often highe, the room is steamier and even a simple shelf can be softer with a little green on it. However, not all plants will thrive in home bathroom settings. Plants that thrive in humidity, low light and mild temperature fluctuations are the best plants…
If you choose the right tropical house plants, then the room will look more serene, green and alive. That fresh indoor garden feeling without needing to have a greenhouse in the living room comes from large leaves, soft palms, glossy vines and colorfully colored foliage. However, all tropical plants are not the same. There are…
The garden may appear somewhat flat if every plant has to be in the exact same spot. Similar to what happens inside when a space appears empty, even when furniture is installed. Tall plants can help fill that feeling of emptiness. They provide the appearance of height, privacy, flowers along with texture and some confidence…
A healthy yard is about more than green grass and tidy garden beds. The condition of the trees growing around a home can affect shade, planting conditions, usable outdoor space, and, in some cases, property safety. Healthy trees can become long-term features of a landscape. Trees that are declining, badly damaged, poorly positioned, or structurally…
A tree can be healthy and still end up in the wrong place. It may sit too close to a planned addition, block a new walkway, interfere with a driveway, or simply outgrow the space around it. Removing the tree may seem like the obvious solution, but it is not always the only one. Professional…
Most farmers and commercial growers focus on selecting seeds or genetics with desirable traits such as high yield, fast growth, disease resistance, etc. But despite having ideal inherent traits, some growers don’t get the desired outcome. That is where environmental factors such as water, light, temperature, soil, etc. come into play, affecting the growth potential….
Weeping redbuds are an ornamental small version of Eastern redbuds that are grown for their falling branches as well as early spring flowers and heart-shaped leaves and the seasonal colors. It’s a good choice for smaller gardens where a typical flowering tree can be too large. The most effective results are achieved by selecting the…
The wild flower garden appears relaxed and serene, but it will flourish when the garden is planned prior to the seeds touching the soil. The most commonly made error is to scatter seeds across thick grass, hoping for a meadow of flowers to emerge. The majority of wildflower seeds require sunlight, soil contact with constant…
Garden spaces that are sunny can be stunning, but harsh lighting could expose a plant that isn’t right quickly. A strong sun, hot soils, dry breeze, pavements, walls and even tiny containers can result in burnt leaves, wilting and weak flowering as well as dry, swollen roots. Full sun generally refers to at least 6…
Perennial plants that are able to withstand full sun will regenerate each year and thrive in areas with lots of daily sunshine. Most require at least 6 hours of direct exposure to sunlight, and many will perform best with 6 to 8 hours of sun. There’s more involved in the best choice than light. Plants…
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