The orchid—with its delicate petals and captivating colors—is a source of admiration for many gardeners. Whether a novice or an experienced green thumb, orchids are known to inspire awe and appreciation among those who care for them. But what’s one to do when even the most admired of plants won’t do what’s expected of it? …
Culantro (Eryngium foetidum) is a tropical biennial herb in the Apiaceae family which is more widely known as celery, carrot, or parsley family. It has a sharp, herby, citrusy flavor with subtle sweet undertones and a pungent odor. Culantro vs. Cilantro If you accidentally type cilantro instead of culantro while researching this plant, Google will …
Tomato hornworms are huge green caterpillars with horn-like tails. Caterpillars of this species are native to North America and Southern Canada. Although they can infest potatoes, peppers, and eggplants, the tomato is the hornworms’ preferred plant, hence the name tomato hornworm. The tomato hornworms are the largest caterpillars, growing up to 4 inches long. Their …
What Are Annuals? Have you ever noticed that certain plants only live for one year and then die later? If you’re a gardener, I assure you that you certainly have one of these plants in your garden. They’re called annuals. Annuals are plants that complete their entire life cycle in one growing season. This means …
Evergreen plants are plant species that keep their leaves or needles year-round. For example, cedar and pine trees are evergreen species. While evergreens can be used in almost any garden, it’s their ability to stay green after the leaves of deciduous plants have fallen that makes them so effective for seasonal gardens. Evergreen plants are …
Garden Soil Types Sometimes gardeners fail to realize that a plant’s health is dependent on the health of the soil. Each plant has a specific need when it comes to soil type, and neglecting that need will harm the health of your plant. Your plant is only as happy as the quality of your soil. …
Plants To Attract Butterflies To Your Garden You may have heard that butterflies are the perfect choice for gardening. They’re beautiful, colorful, and extremely beneficial to the environment. If you want to attract butterflies to your garden, you need to know what type of plants will work best. There are many types of plants that …
When you own a garden, it is your very own slice of heaven, where you can sit back, relax to find peace and solace. The love and affection towards greenery seem to only multiply when you’re surrounded by tiny hummingbirds! These birds bring some positive vibes to our lives and smile to our faces! Hummingbirds …
What is an Annual Plant? When a plant is classified as an “annual,” it means that it has a lifespan that lasts for only one growing season. In the course of one growing season, an annual will sprout, mature, bloom/fruit, and then die, leaving behind seeds that will then be used to birth the next …
Perennial Flowers Starting With The Letter A Achillea Millefolium African Daisy Agapanthus Agastache Foeniculum Agave Americana Agave Attenuata Agave Geminiflora Ageratum Houstonianum Allium Bisceptrum Alstromeria Amaranthus Anchusa Anemone Auncus Sylvestris Aster Astilbe
