There are five common types of blueberry plants out there, beginning with the most popular in commercial cultivation, the northern highbush (Vaccinium corymbosum). Vaccinium spp. Blueberries are popular with home gardeners because, let’s face it, they’re delicious. But while the berries get most of the attention, the bushes are beautiful plants in their own right. Blueberry plants bloom during mid- to late spring – typically in May or June, depending on the species and cultivar – with showy white, pink, or purple flowers....

A. caudatus is a large, showy plant with striking reddish-purple or gold, velvety, drooping flower panicles that create dramatic focal points in summer to fall gardens. Amaranthus caudatus Love lies bleeding, Amaranthus caudatus, is an annual for USDA Hardiness Zones 2 to 11. A type of grain, it is one of over 60 species in the Amaranthus genus of the Amaranthaceae family. In the home garden, it is grown primarily as an ornamental specimen....

Most white peonies aren’t pure white. Some have a tinge of pink that fades to white or buttery centers. Others start as pure white buds and open to reveal a surprise pop of color. If there’s one flower that signifies elegance, it’s the white peony gracing the bouquets and tables of weddings all over the world. But if you think choosing just one variety to grow is going to be an easy task, you’ll quickly discover there are a lot more options than you might have guessed – and you’ll probably want to grow them all....

If you have a garden (especially a cut flower garden), you have the makings of beautiful foliage arrangements at your fingertips. When you combine the seasonal leaves, flowers, and branches available to you, the creative possibilities are awesome! With a few tips, you’ll be on your way to crafting centerpieces for your home, and thoughtful gifts to give to friends and loved ones. The art of floral arranging is an ancient and fascinating one....

For reasons that we will describe, these troublesome insects are extremely difficult to control. Monomorium pharaonis What kind of creature can spread human diseases and drink from the mouths of babes in hospitals? The pharaoh ant! These nightmarish insects (Monomorium pharaonis) were originally named pharaoh’s ants because they were mistakenly thought to have been one of the plagues of ancient Egypt. Although originally from the tropics (and therefore a huge problem in Florida and Texas), this species readily infests heated buildings in cold climates, so it is a menace throughout the US....

I’m going to help you learn how to identify and get rid of these pests. Malacosoma spp. Call me dramatic, but there’s no other pest that strikes fear into my heart like a wriggling, wiggling mass of tent caterpillars. It’s not because of the damage they do to plants, but because their nests look like something straight out of a horror movie. An individual caterpillar is kind of cute, right? Some of them even have markings that look like a happy face....

Making homemade fertilizer is the best way to ensure that your plants thrive with organic feed. Here are the top Vinegar Fertilizer Recipes that offer vital plant nutrients. Have a look at the awesome apple cider vinegar uses here Vinegar Fertilizer Recipes As vinegar contains acetic acid, it helps the plants in important physiological processes, including cell enlargement and division. It can be used to fertilize acid-loving plants like azaleas, blueberry, rhododendrons, and gardenias....

Grow your fleshy friends in different and attractive ways taking an idea from these Unique DIY Succulent Planter Ideas for 2021! Have a look at some awesome indoor plant display ideas here Unique DIY Succulent Planter Ideas for 2021 1. Wooden Vertical Succulent Garden Scrap wood for the wooden frame, few live succulents, a scrap piece of plywood for the back of the frame along with few other supplies are all you need for this DIY....

And there are a few steps you can follow to ensure success with this seed-saving project, so your future flower sowings will provide you with the beautiful blooms you are expecting, down to the finest detail! As the blooms on your marigold plants fade, you might wonder, “Can I save seeds from these withering flowers to grow new plants in my garden next year?” The answer is a resounding – yes!...

Since the differences in gender are meaningful when it comes to your yearly harvest tally, recognizing the gender of these plants can be a helpful gardening skill. In my book, asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is king of the edible perennial garden. Producing tender spears early in spring, this veggie makes for delicious seasonal meals – and a sensational start to the year’s growing season. Unlike some garden vegetables such as peas, which are self-pollinating, asparagus is dioecious, meaning some plants are male and some are female....

In this article, you will learn all you need to know to grow and care for China aster in your home landscape. Callistephus chinensis China Aster, Callistephus chinensis, is a member of the Asteraceae family that includes the chrysanthemum and daisy. Unlike other aster varieties, this particular species is not a perennial, but an annual. Bloom time is from late summer into fall, when it fills gardens and containers with cheerful flowers in vibrant tones....

Lilacs provide floral abundance from trouble-free shrubs. Their moderate size and orderly growth make the flowering shrubs very versatile, valuable landscape bushes. Small lilacs have the same floral bounty and fragrance for which makes the species popular, but these versions are finer textured and more graceful than their larger siblings. Because of their fragrant spring display, these smaller versions may be planted close to the house, beside a veranda or as a feature in a lawn....

Here’s what I’ll cover: Clarkia amoena Satin flower, Clarkia amoena, aka godetia, is an annual native wildflower in the Onagraceae family that also includes evening primrose and fuchsia. Colors include peach, pink, purple, red, and white, often with striking variegation. From beds to borders, containers to cutting gardens, the fresh-faced blossoms of silky satin flower are sure to bid visitors to your home a cheery welcome. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

Even though it’s a straightforward process, you can improve your odds of success by following the instructions for either of the two propagation methods I’ll share here – or both! Aloe vera, Aloe barbadensis, is one of the easiest plants to propagate. The kitchen garden favorite has spiked leaves that contain a gel that is often used to help relieve pain and inflammation due to minor burns. One leaf or a single offshoot can become a new plant in a matter of days, and this is a simple and inexpensive way to obtain new houseplants to share or keep....

Maybe you’ve heard of xeriscaping. It’s a type of desert-style landscaping, right? Actually, I’m here to tell you that it’s way more! By definition, xeriscaping is landscaping geared to dry climates where little irrigation is available. It involves the cultivation of “xerophytes,” or plants that require very little water, like cacti and succulents. However, today’s interpretation of the concept is much broader, and may be applied to all climate zones....

In this article, we zero in on nine adverse conditions that may cause tulip foliage to turn yellow prematurely, and how to avoid them. The tulip, Tulipa spp., is a spring-blooming bulb flower in the Liliaceae, or lily family. It has a waxy, cup-like flower available in every color except blue, a bare vertical stem, and fleshy green foliage that is sometimes variegated with red or white. After blooming, the foliage feeds the bulb so it can store energy for next year’s flower....

Now, this shrub has certain conditions that need to be met in order for it to thrive. It’ll also need occasional maintenance to keep it looking sharp. Carpenteria californica Putting on a gorgeous display, and as rare in the wild as a precious metal, the bush anemone truly is the stuff of legend. Native to just a single small patch of California, this woody shrub grows up to ten feet in height with an equal spread, and has the drought and wildfire tolerance necessary for surviving SoCal’s unique climate....

Also known as wild blueberries, these deciduous shrubs grow in dense groups, each spreading up to two feet tall and wide. Vaccinium angustifolium, V. myrtilloides One of my favorite summer activities is roaming through the woodlands near my home in Vermont, foraging for lowbush blueberries. A few summers ago, I decided to bring the berries to me and planted several V. angustifolium shrubs in my garden. Lowbush blueberries are sweeter and hardier than their highbush counterparts, and fairly easy to grow....

This guide contains all you need to know to grow and care for tulips, as well as an introduction to the many varieties from which to choose. Tulipa spp. Have you ever visited a botanical garden on a warm spring day and marveled at tulips in a rainbow of colors, with shapes ranging from cups to stars, contrasting striations, and ruffled edges? Now’s your chance to bring a taste of that awesome display home....

No matter, you’ll still undoubtedly produce a gorgeous plant that will not only add color to your yard, but that you can also eat! Many people know you can propagate a fuchsia plant from cuttings, but have you ever eyed your fetching flowers and wondered if you could propagate more by sowing the seeds? Well, you can! You know those little pods that are left behind after a flower falls off?...