Plant Basics

From the day the dove returned to Noah with an olive branch (a symbol of peace), humans have had an ongoing love affair with the olive tree. Best suited to grow in Mediterranean climates, olive...

Telegraphs plants, also called semaphore plants or Codariocalyx motorius, are tropical shrubs native to Asia. They are unique in that the leaves have special hinges allowing them to move--at...

Philodendron are a type of plant native to tropical South America, and popular as an indoor or office plant because of their hardiness in low light conditions. Some varieties are climbing, like...

Rosette-shaped succulents, agave plants have sharp-tipped wide leaves and a blue, green or gray color. Because they grow slowly, agave plants thrive in pots. They absorb water with their roots and...

Trumpet flowers (Brugmansia) are an enchanting addition to any garden. They can be grown as bushes, trained into unique trees and even used as tender hedges. Their large trumpet shaped blossoms...

Coconut plants take a long time to grow. The coconut will send roots down into the soil and then the top of the coconut will split and fronds will emerge. It takes three to nine months for the...

Daphne odora--also known as leucantha--is prized for producing colorful, fragrant blossoms in winter when most flowering shrubs are dormant. While it can be tricky to root leucantha, if you are...

The shrimp plant is an easy to grow, evergreen tropical shrub, native to Mexico. Typically, used as an ornamental plant, it will grow to 5 feet tall and bloom in shades of muted red, brown and...

The rose of Sharon is a flowering shrub that produces red, pink and white blooms. It can grow to a height of 4 to 10 feet and grows best in USDA zones 5a to 9a. It is in the hibiscus family. A new...

Agave plants have a rosette shape and wide, sharp-tipped leaves. Some have sharp spines along the stems. The succulents can be blue, green, or gray, are slow to grow, and die after flowering....

The dragon plant, also known as Dracaena, is a popular houseplant that cleans the air by removing toxins and replacing them with fresh oxygen. Dragon plants grow well in mildly acidic soil and...

Aloe vera is a perennial succulent plant that grows well indoors with a lot of sun and can be grown outdoors in mild climates (USDA zones 10-11). Aloe requires little care other than occasional...

The hardy umbrella plant grows stems that are 2 to 4 feet high. The leaves on top of the stems fan out like an umbrella. The plant will produce a beige flower if it is cared for properly. The...

The Spathoglottis orchid is a beautiful orchid that is recognized by its palm-like leaves and spiked flowers. They can be yellow or purple in color. The Spathoglottis orchid can be grown anywhere...

Agaves are blue, green or gray succulents with a rosette shape. They have wide leaves with sharp points at the tips, grow slowly and die after flowering. The plants store water in their leaves,...

Agave plants are succulents with thick, pointed leaves. Often used as ornamental plants, they require little care and are drought resistant. Some agave plants reproduce with offsets called pups....

Strawberry pots are a great alternative for those of us who for some reason or another cannot or do not want to have a garden, as they are relatively small and easy to care for. When it comes to...

Ficus trees are popular indoor plants. They thrive in household climates, their leaves help clean the air and they are nice decorative items. But every two to three years you may find your ficus...

Paying just a little extra attention to your flowerpot garden will promote successful blooms on your plants. Any flowers grown in a garden can also be planted in a pot. Potted flowers are great...

Aloe vera is one of the easiest succulents to grow and propagate. The plants thrive outdoors and also make excellent houseplants if given enough light. Aloe is well known for its medicinal...

With their pleasant fragrance and large cascading flowers, Brugmansia are enjoyable plants to keep in your yard or flower garden. Whether you want to plant more Brugmansia or you simply want to...

Stephanotis is known as the "bridal veil vine" because the fragrant blooms are often used in bridal bouquets. It has also been called Madagascar Jasmine. Stephanotis has leathery, thick leaves and...

Anthurium podophyllum, also known as flamingo flower, is native to the Mexican gulf coast. The plant has white flowers and lobed leaves with a leathery texture. The leaves sprout from stems and...

how to transplant your houseplant very easily

Gourds are vegetables usually grown in the warmer months. They harvest during the fall season in many different shapes, sizes, colors. Gourds are members of the Cucurbita family, which is...

Gardeners usually begin their planting with seeds in small starter pots. Once these plants reach a growth stage larger than the pot they are in, you will need to transfer the plant either to a...

Most mail order companies put special care into their plants while they are being shipped. However, these plants often arrive after minimal sunlight and water. It is important to immediately care...

African violets are lovely house plants that don't require a lot of upkeep, but occasionally they need to be repotted. Why? 1. If you purchased the plant anywhere other than from a greenhouse,...

Black pepper is the most popular spice in America. Every home has a pepper shaker or pepper mill on their table. Fresh black pepper has a better pungent fiery flavor than the ground pepper you...

Bamboo is an easy plant to grow and raise, whether it's a single stalk in a pot or an entire forest of canes. Done right, you can grow bamboo in your backyard to create a tranquil, peaceful...

Potted plants can be displayed indoors or outdoors. The right pot can transform a plant into a part of your room' s decor. Follow these five easy steps to get started today.

Potted plants can add both an attractive and soothing element to any indoor or outdoor space, and they can be found anywhere from private homes to shopping malls. While these plants are nice to...

Zamioculcas zamiifolia, commonly known as a ZZ plant, is a tropical perennial aroid meaning it is related to Arums and Philodendrons. It is an extremely low maintenance plant with no real pests,...

Many plants grow well in pots both inside and outside the home. Growing plants in pots gives a gardener additional flexibility compared to plants growing permanently in the ground. For example, as...

Whether you are potting (transplanting) a house plant or an outdoor plant to be placed in your garden, deck or patio, the procedure is the same. You may want to pot a plant you just purchased into...

If you have a plant or a flowering plant that you wish to propagate, you can take a cutting and let it grow roots so that you can start a new plant. You have to know how to plant a cutting so that...

You don't have to own a lot of land, or any land for that matter, if you like to garden. Container gardening is a popular way to grow everything from ornamental flowers and plants, herbs,...

Aloe vera is a popular plant because it is easy to grow and has many uses. The sap of the aloe vera plant can be used to relieve itching, treat burns and to moisturize dry skin. New aloe vera...

Do you have several potted office plants that you water on a regular basis? Yet, watering them as needed has caused these plants to lose dirt through the bottom drainage holes. That doesn't have...

The neem tree is a member of the mahogany family and is native to parts of Asia and Africa. In India, the neem tree is commonly called the "Divine Tree," because of its many different uses....

Have you ever wondered when should you water your plants, if they need watering now or are they getting enough water? Plants will often tell you they need watering by collapsing dramatically.

Caring for a live bamboo plant is easy, as bamboo is a low maintenance plant that spreads easily. Bamboo is actually a grass. There are two different types of bamboo--clumping and crawling. Both...

Growing domes are great for those hard to grow seeds & cuttings specialy when such needs warmth & humidity in their growing enviroment. These are fit to small domes that i make for those...

Air layering is one of the many ways of asexualy propagate a plant, using the concept that, some plants can grow roots when a branch came in contact with the soil and, the ability of a cutting to...

Bamboo is an invasive plant and propagates easily. It is a fast grower. It can be found in some local nurseries or ordered online. Many people think bamboo is a tree, but it is actually a grass.

Why is it that the beautiful potted plant you bought a month ago looks half-dead even though you've watered it? Most commercially grown potted plants are root bound and have outgrown their pots....

How to transfer an Ivy from one pot to a different pot.

In this article you will learn how easy it is to re-pot multiple plants from one pot to many.

Beginner basics on the art of bonsai.

Fall is a colorful season. Show of deep and bright colors abound in nature. You would see the leaves turn from green to yellow, to orange, to crimson red and deep brown before falling off from...