Commonly known as the Chinese money plant, Pilea peperomioides is fast becoming a must-have houseplant because of its modern, minimalistic appearance and easy going nature. At first glance, this ...
Weigela: How to Plant, Grow and Care for a Landscape Classic
Weigela fell out of favor for a few years, but it has made a comeback thanks to colorful new cultivars. Combine this with the fact weigela is one of the best plants to attract hummingbirds and ...
How to Grow Salvia for Long-Lasting Color in Your Garden
Salvia brings color and fragrance to garden borders, patio pots, meadows, wildflower patches, or challenging, dry areas. These tough plants come in a massive range of colors and sizes, with some ...
10 Non-Invasive Vines That Won’t Take Over Your Garden
Many of us have had terrible experiences with vines we plant without realizing it will eventually take over an area. We plant them when they're petite, but you turn your back, and they're climbing ...
11 Gorgeous Wedding Flowers to Grow For the Big Day
Congratulations are in order. You're planning the big day, and the dream wedding is in the not-too-distant future. Weddings are a special day, but they can also be stressful, especially when it ...
Growing Snail Vine for Unusual Flowers and Intense Fragrance
If you're looking for something unique to grow on your homestead, check out snail vine. Also known as the “corkscrew vine,” this beautifully strange flower is easy to care for and produces bright, ...
Growing Primroses: How to Plant and Raise This Colorful Flower
Few plants bloom as early as primroses do. By early spring, they're alive with bright colors. They're attractive, compact plants you can plant in borders, containers, partially shaded gardens, and in ...
Growing Snapdragons for Gorgeous Home and Garden Displays
Snapdragons (Antirrhinum spp.), have been cultivated and hybridized since the Romans and Greeks used them to keep evil spells and witchcraft at bay. Prized through the years for their beauty, ...
Growing Stocks: How to Care for These Heavenly Flowers
Stock flowers come in many beautiful colors and give off an intense fragrance. These plants are a cottage garden favorite, with long stalks of ruffled blossoms. These flowers are ideal for bouquets, ...