It’s that time of year again for beautiful mum “Chrysanthemums” to start showing up in flower beds, gardening shops, and local grocery stores! Mums blossoms can be extravagant with a rich palette that echoes autumn’s vibrant colors! Best of all, these colorful flowers are generally pest and disease resistant, making few demands beyond ample sunshineContinue reading “Planting Mums for Autumn”
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Fall Succulents
Fall is in the air, so are fall themed succulents! If you’re dreaming of a succulent collection that includes every color in the rainbow, don’t forget about orange. These eye-catching orange succulents are perfect for adding a splash of vibrant color to your garden. Whether you’re interested in outdoor or indoor succulents, you’re sure toContinue reading “Fall Succulents”
Tropical PLANTS that grow almost anywhere!
Transform your yard or large planters into paradise with one of these easy- care exotic beauties. How tropical are these plants? True tropical plants originate in humid, hot climates; jungles and Hawaii. While several of these are tropical, they can survive in less than steamy locales so you can enjoy their showy look almost anywhere.Continue reading “Tropical PLANTS that grow almost anywhere!”
Planting Tips for Aloe Vera
One of the best plants to have in your home or office is Aloe Vera. It can provide some tropical flair to your desktop or garden as an easy-going succulent.The plant is stemless or very short-stemmed with thick, greenish, fleshy leaves that fan out from the plant’s central stem. The margin of the leaf is serratedContinue reading “Planting Tips for Aloe Vera”
Planting Lavender
Lavender is a flowering plant in the mint family that’s easily identified by its sweet floral scent. I have several lavender plants planted in my garden because I love the fragrance and using it in several dessert recipes! This beautiful herb can be found in many gardening shops for you to replant or start fromContinue reading “Planting Lavender”