By Julie Christensen Looking for a houseplant that performs well in low light? Consider growing the peace lily plant (Spathiphyllum). This attractive, low-maintenance houseplant grows 16 inches to over 3 feet tall, depending on the cultivar, and produces long, lance-like … [Read more...]
Houseplant Bugs: Identification and Control
Houseplant bugs usually enter your home as unwanted stowaways on newly purchased plants. Once in your home, they can quickly spread to other houseplants, where they damage plants by actively feeding on the leaves or sucking the juices from plants. Insect pests on outdoor plants … [Read more...]
Yesterday Today and Tomorrow Plants: How to Grow
The Yesterday Today and Tomorrow plant (Brunfelsia) is a tropical plant native to Brazil. Its lush green foliage is accented with unique blooms that change color. The flowers bloom first as a purple or violet bloom. The next day that same bloom is pale lavender and the next day … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Aloe
The scientific name for the type of aloe used medicinally is Aloe barbadensis. Growing Aloe Aloe falls into the category of plants known as succulents which denote thick and fleshy leaves and stems that are used to store water during arid conditions. Because of this ability to … [Read more...]
How to Grow Cactus Plants
Cacti are popular for a variety of reasons, including their unique look, easy care, and long life. Many flower beautifully in the spring or summer most are beautiful in both shape and coloration. There are two type of cactus plants: desert and forest. The desert varieties are the … [Read more...]