On the other hand, coffee grounds improve sugar beet seed germination. On the other hand, coffee grounds improve sugar beet seed germination. Using free coffee grounds may seem like the perfect solution, but some gardeners have found that using coffee grounds right on the ground has a disastrous effect on plants. On the other hand, […]

Plant each new section in fresh flower medium. If you want, you can dip your cutting into the rooting hormone. Fill the pot until almost full with the mixture. This is not absolutely 100% critical for Sansevieria, but I like to let the cuttings rest for a few days before placing them in water just […]

When light is sufficient, the wax plant produces parachute tufts of star-shaped, white to pink flowers with five-point centers. When light is sufficient, the wax plant produces parachute tufts of star-shaped, white to pink flowers with five-point centers. The fleshy leaves and flowers, which are covered with a semi-glossy layer of waxy substances known as […]

It started with exotic specimens that were presented to English gardeners and nobles at the end of the 18th century. If you have seen an orchid up close, it's not surprising that over time, orchid flower has developed a special meaning and symbolism in a variety of cultures. If you have seen an orchid up […]

Echeveria agavoides “lipstick Echeveria spreads easily from offsets, cuttings, and leaves (although it can be difficult to do so). echeveria agavoides “lipstick Echeveria spreads easily from offsets, cuttings, and leaves (although it can be difficult to do so). Echeveria agavoides is a small, stemless succulent plant with a height of 8-12 centimeters (3.1-4.7 in) and […]

Make it easier to grow the Persian shield by spreading a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch over the soil around the plant. Make growing Persian Shield easier by spreading a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch over the soil around the plant. I'd rather do that than bring the plant here for the winter. […]

The slow-growing and drought-tolerant Beaucarnea recurvata is hardy to -5°C (23°F), grows in full sun to light shade, and requires proper soil mix to drain off when watering. Beaucarnea recurvata is slow growing and drought tolerant and hardy to -5°C (23°F), grows in full sun to light shade, and requires proper soil mix to drain […]

It is a herbaceous perennial thistle that grows up to 120 cm tall, with spiny foliage and spherical blue flowers. Last year, Michelle discovered that artichokes also belong to the thistle family, asteroideae. Although every effort has been made to accurately describe these plants, please note that height, flowering time, and color may vary in […]

There isn't really a known reason why this common name came about, although Dracaena Sanderiana grows easily in water and the plant's canes have a similar appearance to real bamboo stems, it has no real connection with Japanese culture.. There isn't really a known reason why this common name came about, although Dracaena Sanderiana grows […]

Their most important need is water — they drink a lot to keep the leaves strong and show signs of wilting when they're thirsty. The tubers can be placed directly outdoors once the threat of frost or freezing temperatures in your area has stopped. In warm areas where elephant ears are hardy, simply cut back […]