Author: Eva Elliott

Many people are unable to maintain ferns alive, even though there are several fern kinds available. The lemon button fern (Nephrolepis cordifolia “Duffii”) is a lovely plant that could appeal to both novice and experienced collectors. It’s easy to care for and also one of the more economical options. During the busy growth months, it also emits a faint citrus aroma. Furthermore, it is absolutely non-toxic to your pets. Today, we want to take a closer look at the lemon button fern and find out how to care for it. The lemon fern plant is a kind of Southern sword fern that…

Alfalfa (Medicago L.) is a plant that is widespread in our country and belongs to the legume family. Currently, there are more than one hundred varieties in the world that differ in appearance, soil requirements, and nutritional properties. Oan came to our continent from Asia, where it is considered one of the most valuable. The history of its use dates back to antiquity. Its name comes from an Arabic word that literally means the father of all food. Yellow alfalfa sprouts is a perennial with a powerful root system. The stems of the plant are numerous, ascending. Hop-like sprouting alfalfa…

Baby Tears Plant or Helxine Soleirolii is closely related to the nettle. Although, unlike nettles, baby tears are not seen as weeds. In today’s society, baby tears are often celebrated houseplants. Their eye-catching appearance is so often enhanced by being planted in hanging baskets. A hanging basket is perfect for growing baby tears, as they so regularly grow long Viney stems that flow downwards in a beautiful fountain-like manner. These quirky little plants are an excellent addition to any home, turning the mundane into the magnificent, so grab that gardening gear and let’s get started! The first thing you must…

Ficus Benjamina, also known as weeping fig is an elegant tree often grown indoors to enhance interior architecture. The weeping fig tree has an excellent display of dark leaves adorning delicate branches that fan out from a gorgeous intertwined tree trunk. Weeping Fig or Ficus Benjamina is a native evergreen tree of Australia and South Asia. The warm, humid climate created the perfect conditions for the Weeping Fig to grow extremely large, sometimes reaching 60 feet. You are most likely to see Ficus Benjamina clumped together to create a hedge or row of bushes. Its sensitivity to climate and surroundings…

What if we tell you that marshmallows can be grown in your garden without any problems? But not the sweet chubby candy you could think about, but healthy and pretty plants. The marshmallow bush is cultivated in many countries on an industrial scale, used in landscape design and, of course, would be appropriate in the pharmaceutical garden. Today we want to tell you how to grow marshmallows and how it is good for health. What Is a Marshmallow Plant? Marshmallow (Althaea plant) is a medicinal herbaceous perennial plant of the Malvaceae family. Its healing properties have been known to people since ancient times.…

Hoya kerrii has many unusual names, such as ‘Sweetheart hoya‘ or ‘Valentine cactus plant’. This is due to the original shape of its leaves – in the shape of a heart. The symbolic plant is often presented as a gift to loved ones, especially since, according to Chinese legends, it brings love and peace to the house. The beautiful appearance makes this tropical plant a favorite of flower growers. Hoya Kerrii Types Hoya kerrii ‘Spot Leaf’. It is distinguished by original foliage, decorated with specks and dots of a lighter shade. Hoya kerrii ‘Variegata’ is a very unusual member of…

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and decorating your home is one of the most fun parts of the holiday season. While most people think of lights, tinsel, and ornaments as typical decorations, indoor plants are a great way to bring a touch of nature and freshness to your home. Christmas indoor plants are a wonderful living decor for a festive atmosphere. Often these are plants with red flowers or berries, as red is the color of Christmas. But other equally beautiful plants leave few people indifferent. What are these plants and how to care for them?…

Fall is a wonderful time of the year, when the leaves change color, the weather cools down, and pumpkin spice becomes ubiquitous. For many people, it’s also a great time to plant new flowers and foliage, and enjoy the beauty of the autumn season in their own gardens. Choosing the right plants for your fall garden is important, as different plants thrive in different climates and soil conditions. In this article, we’ll showcase some of the best fall plants and provide tips on how to care for them, so that you can create a stunning autumn landscape that you’ll love.…

Increasingly, flower growers are turning their attention to all sorts of exotic plant species. Carnivorous houseplants are the real leaders in this category. They belong to different families, but in the process of evolution, they adapted to catching insects to receive food, and, therefore, they can get energy not only through photosynthesis. How Do Carnivorous Plants Catch Insects? There are two types of insect catching: Active, when the organs of the plant move. This type is inherent to the Venus flytrap – the leaf blades slam shut when lightly pressed, thereby capturing the insect. Passive, when the plant has sticky secretions on…

The Calla lily plant has already won the hearts of many gardeners, and this is not at all surprising, because such a beautiful plant is not as difficult to care for as it might seem at first glance. Today, we want to tell you how to care for a Calla lily and what this lovely plant requires. They are tropical flowering plants that thrive in USDA zones 8-10. The plants may die back in the summer and sprout the following year, however, in colder climates, these plants should be planted as an annual. To maintain this plant healthy, recreate its native…