Aloe vera, also known as Medicine Plant, has been cultivated for over 6,000 years for its health benefits. Native to the Mediterranean, this plant is said to have been the reason Alexander the Great conquered the island Socotra, where the plant was cultivated. Native Americans … [Read more...]
When to Plant Elephant Ear Bulbs
Colocasia, also known as elephant ears or taro, make spectacular landscaping plants. Their long stalks and large, luxurious leaves add a tropical feel to any garden setting. They also come in a variety of colors, from deep green to purple or black. Native to Asia, Colocasias … [Read more...]
Columbine Flower Facts
Visit mountain towns throughout the Rocky Mountains and many other areas in the United States, and you’ll find columbines growing wild along stream beds and in woodlands, as well as in cultivated mountain gardens. These plants, with their delicate flowers and foliage, look … [Read more...]
Try These Daylily Flower Growing Ideas
Daylilies originated in Asia, but have become so widely grown in the U.S., that in some places they are considered a weed. Indeed, like most weeds, they tolerate poor soils, drought conditions, blazing heat and frigid winters successfully. But before you compare them … [Read more...]
How to Plan for Planting Tulips
Tulips are the jewels of the early spring landscape, providing a welcome jolt of bright color. Tulips are hardy spring-blooming bulbs similar to daffodils that come back for several years if given proper care. Although they can be naturalized or scattered at will, a basic plan … [Read more...]
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