Azaleas are the one group of plants Southerners never tire of learning about. Get the details on how to choose, plant, and care for these popular shrubs.By Steve Bender Steve Bender Steve Bender, also known as The Grumpy Gardener, is an award-winning author, editor, columnist, and ...
Christmas cactus plants are easy to care for, even withstanding a few weeks of neglect. Given the right conditions, these beautiful winter-flowering plants mature into amazing arching specimens that live up to 20 years. When the blooms have faded, stop watering your plant for 6-8 weeks to al...
Just about any plant may be grown in a container throughout it's entire life. This is true whether the plant is classified as a house plant, a perennial, an annual, shrub or tree. The Benefits of Planters Growing your plants in containers provides you with a few options that are unavail...
The pink-flowering ‘Sweet September’ is an exceptionally late bloomer. “The Royalty of the Garden” seems to be a fitting name for this beautiful and majestic plant, but we’ve got a hunch that once your garden is filled with the colors and fragrance of beautiful blooming azaleas, you’...
Cyclamen plants rest for a while after the flowers bloom, which is the perfect time for additional care and maintenance. Gradually reduce watering time and food. If possible, put your Cyclamen plant outdoors and find a shady spot for it to rest on. ...
Keep an eye out for insects infesting your plumeria house plant. If your indoor plumeria has an infestation of whiteflies, spider mites or mealybugs, apply an insecticidal soap or horticultural oil to the foliage according to the instructions on the label. ...
Occasionally a house plant will require repotting. This is especially true for fast growing plants that use up all the room in their container. Once the roots begin growing from the bottom of the pot, it is time to repot the plant into a bigger container. Repotting will allow more space...
Perhaps the most enchanting aspect of the Jasmine plant is the glorious scent it emits, which can naturally perfume every room in a house. Jasmine plants produce long, white flowers that lend a sophisticated and elegant touch to any interior. Due to its trailing growth, Jasmine is an ideal ...
If you are a beginner gardener or master gardener, and you are looking for the absolute easiest flower to grow and care for, Daffodils are the perfect choice! In Autumn, plant the bulb 6 inches deep into the ground, pointy side up. Cover with soil and apply water. That’s […] Mainte...
If you’ll be gone for more than a week, it’s a good idea to hire someone to care for your plants while you’re away. Especially if you have trickier flowers, such ascaring for azaleas. While your plants won’t complain if someone hangs out with them reading stories and playing Moz...