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Our guide to growing morning glories provides all you need to know to grow and care for these flowering vines at your house. The morning glory, Ipomoea purpurea, is an annual for cultivation in Zones 2 to 11 with funnel-like blue, pink, purple, white, or bicolor blossoms that adorn clinging vines from summer through fall. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Thuja is a small genus belonging to the group of conifers and to the family of Cupressaceae. It is native to North America and Asia. It has a columnar habit and flattened branches. Some of its varieties can reach up to 200 feet tall in favorable climate. USDA Zones: 3 – 11 Propagation Method: Seeds, vegetative propagation Difficulty: Easy Soil pH: 6 – 8 Varieties and How to Plant Thuja There are three species most widespread: Thuja green giant, which is a hybrid of thuja plicata and Thuja standishii– the most popular cultivar that reaches height of 18 to 25 m and has very rapid growth and ornamental use....

Instead of waiting for the ground to warm up enough to plunk established plants into the soil, use the winter months to browse seed catalogs for your climate zone, order an interesting assortment, and start plants indoors, from scratch. Starting flowers, herbs, and vegetables indoors from seed is a great way to try some unique varieties. For many of us, growing season opens with a long-awaited visit to a local garden center, to elbow our way through the crowd to a seasonal array of peppers and tomatoes, basil and parsley, impatiens and marigolds....

Fall colors, though brief, add a rich and vibrant feel to any garden, especially one that has been planned with all four seasons in mind. The right combination of plants, trees and shrubs can be used to landscape naturally and turn an otherwise boring yard into a flourishing autumn garden that features color, texture and dimension. Every garden should include a wide variety of plants to ensure that there is something blooming and providing visual inspiration year round....

Whether you’re in the mood for seed-spitting contests, juicy giants, sweet yellow babies, or something else entirely, I can practically guarantee that you’ll find exactly the watermelon variety you’re looking for in this roundup. Watermelons are such a delightful and refreshing summer staple – it seems almost too good to be true that we can grow these fruits in our own backyards. Of course, there are so many incredible varieties to choose from, it can be very difficult to know which ones to pick....

All of the recommended species described in this roundup are also fairly easy to keep happy – as long as you meet their needs for light, temperature, and humidity. You can learn more about how to grow anthuriums in our guide. Upon first glance, you’re unlikely to suspect that the various types of Anthurium that grow well as houseplants are all part of the same genus. While only a select group of the more than 800 species are commonly cultivated indoors, their appearance can vary widely....

Growing up to 20-30 feet in height, banana creates quite an appealing visual in the garden. But Do Bananas Grow on Trees or Bushes? On what exactly these popular fruits grow? Find out! Find out if the banana is a herb or fruit here. Do Bananas Grow on Trees? Banana grows on the largest herbaceous flowering plants in the world, hence it doesn’t grow on trees. Actually, banana trees are plants because when you’ll look closely at the trunk, you can see they do not contain any woody tissues....

Perhaps you’re considering whether you might save your plant after the holidays and keep it as a houseplant or plant it in your outdoor landscape, climate permitting. Poinsettias, Euphorbia pulcherrima, are gorgeous plants to have around during the holidays. And to keep them healthy, happy, and colorful for as long as possible, it’s important to prevent them from getting too cold. There are a few reasons you may want to learn about this plant’s cold tolerance....

With its bright red blooms, Lobelia cardinalis is a superstar of native wetlands – and if your conditions are right, you can grow it in your own landscape too. Lobelia cardinalis If you have a damp area in your landscape and want to create a strong visual impact, cardinal flower is an outstanding choice. Not only will the beautiful flowers catch your eye, they’ll attract and feed local populations of hummingbirds and butterflies as well....

The stems are jointed and resemble those of bamboo, but they are solid instead of hollow, and Dracaena species are not members of the Bambusoideae, or bamboo family. Dracaena sanderiana Have you ever wondered about the bundles of bamboo stems you see for sale just about everywhere, from novelty stores to warehouse clubs? They’re called “lucky bamboo,” and despite their ubiquitous presence, they are anything but common. Lucky bamboo, Dracaena sanderiana, is widely cultivated as a houseplant that can grow in both water and soil....

Flowering vines make intriguing specimens in the garden, adding both color and character. Vines are not complicated to grow or maintain; yet, if not properly cared for, they can grow beyond their boundaries. Some varieties are aggressive to the point of overtaking the garden as well as the surrounding landscape. The vigorous growth and rapid spreading characteristics of these plants can quickly turn these spirited plants into annoying pests. However, with proper care and maintenance, even the most aggressive varieties can become beautiful additions to nearly any landscape....

It’s difficult to overstate the quality of Vitamix blenders, which is why I will be adding the Vitamix Explorian to my kitchen arsenal this Black Friday. I expect this smart yet simple appliance will be a lifeline for me; a busy woman on the go. Suitable for making a wide array of dishes, from dips to desserts, this model has a more durable construction than you’d expect from your average blender....

Add a striking color combination to your rooms by growing these Houseplants with Red and Green Leaves! Here are the most striking houseplants with black striped leaves Houseplants with Red and Green Leaves The plants included in the list may have more than two colors in the foliage and not specifically ‘red’ and ‘green.’ Some of them may also have a dark or light hue of the said colors. 1. Anthurium Botanical Name: Anthurium andraeanum...

Whether you opt for a towering display with some tall cultivars or an elegant hanging basket full of colorful crawlers, snapdragons are versatile and tolerant of container life. Snapdragons are a classic in cottage gardens, bringing up the rear in mixed plantings, adding interest to borders, and filling mass plantings with a riot of color. And do you know what else this perennial favorite can do? It makes a marvelous container plant!...

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In this article, we discuss all you need to grow your own stock flowers. Matthiola incana Stock, Matthiola incana, is a member of the Brassicaceae family of plants that includes cabbages. Originating in Europe, it is easily cultivated in all temperate zones, and is especially prized by cottage gardeners for its terminal clusters of fragrant, showy blossoms. It is also a favorite of florists who appreciate the robust blooms for their vertical interest, sturdy stems, spicy-sweet aroma, and longevity in vase arrangements....

So, yeah. Not a good thing at all. The term “rose mosaic” may sound like a good thing. Maybe you imagine it denoting an artistic way to display particularly pretty blossoms, for example. But boy are you in for a surprise if this sounds like you. Rose mosaic sucks. It does cause some interesting patterns in the leaves and flower petals of Rosa species, but it also causes these plants to fail to bloom, and can even contribute to their demise....

Our guide to growing astilbe covers everything you need to know to cultivate this attractive ornamental flower in your garden. Astilbe is an herbaceous perennial for gardeners in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8 that grows from thick, tuberous roots called rhizomes. It thrives in shady areas of the garden where the soil is slightly acidic, organically rich, moist, and well-draining. The feathery, plume-like flowers add rich color to the late summer garden in vibrant shades of pink, red, purple, and white....

Store bought kits are widely available, but the accuracy of these is questionable at best. In particular, if pH is off by just one degree in either direction, any amendments you make could do more harm than good. Gardening experts everywhere recommend that you test your soil before doing anything else. And, if your garden is suffering, you’re just starting out as a gardener, or you’re a serial fertilizer, I recommend the same....

Lavandula herbs boast many uses, and thanks to the wide range of species and cultivars available, they are perfect for a range of garden designs. Lavandula is a genus in the mint family that contains 41 accepted species. And this might be daunting when selecting the variety of lavender that best suits your garden, because there are so many options. This plant species breakdown will focus on two of the most common selections from the genus, French (L....