Clover is also called a trefoil and is a member of the legume or pea family. It has at least 300 recognized clover species. While it is mostly confused with shamrock, the shamrock is considered as the suckling clover. Clovers are mostly used as ground cover for lawns. But of course, the most common knowledge…
The Forest Pansy Redbud tree excels in color and form for landscaping in a garden or as an undercover tree. A cultivar of the Eastern Redbud, the Forest Pansy (Cercis canadensis) is prized as a specimen tree, especially for landscaping for color and form. After being covered in small pink blooms in the spring, the leaves emerge the…
To keep your lawn looking green and healthy, you’ll need to make sure that you’re taking care of it. There are many ways that you’ll be able to do this. For example, you’ll need to make sure that you’re watering and fertilizing it frequently. However, the importance of aerating the lawn can often get overlooked….
Law enforcement officials report that strategically placed Cactus outside house windows is an excellent intruder deterrent. Criminologists who’ve made it their life’s work to psychologically understand illicit individuals have released reports stating that planting cacti under house windows deters potential home invaders. Criminals are notoriously cowardice and lazy, providing a deterrent can be all it…
Small gardens can be a delight and can be used in a variety of ways. Here is advice about planning, planting, materials, features and low maintenance. Some houses, particularly in towns and cities, have very small gardens. This may be very attractive for owners as some people are not interested in gardening, or may have…
Peonies are a beautiful species of single or double flowers native to Asia, western North America, and southern Europe. They have become a popular cut and bouquet flower because of their papery-appearance and bright color selections. They look delicate and regal at the same time sprucing up gardens from spring to summer. If you are…
Calathea plants are some of the most popular houseplants. Even though they are not originally meant to be grown indoors, a lot of people decide to do it because it’s not just simple, but fun to do it as well. In today’s Calathea types and care guide, I am going to talk about what…
There are a few simple ways to distinguish moths from butterflies by looking at their physical characteristics and behavior. There are about 524 species of butterflies in the eastern half of North America alone, and about 11,000 species of moths across the entire U.S. Because of the sheer number of species, with some moths as colorful as…
Moths have known night fliers, often considered as pests in many parts of the world. Of course, we typically conjure them as these butterfly-like, winged species stuck in our screens or doors during hot summer nights. But did you know that some moth species are good pollinators? Did you also know that they come in…
So now it’s autumn, and the beautiful rain can’t wait to water your beautiful garden. You look outside your house every morning and notice that some beautiful flowers are starting to flourish. You like the work you’ve done so far to plant your lawn and have that stunning look. But wait! Do you know that…
Aside from looking simple yet classy, more and more homeowners are getting attracted to lattice fencing because of its visually appealing character, versatility, easy installation, and cost-efficient nature. It could be used for a wide range of fencing purposes from privacy fencing to simple outline fencing. If you are thinking of using lattice fencing for…
One of nature’s most unforgettable flowers is the Virginia bluebell. They are absolutely breathtaking in masses of intense blue rippling across the woodland floor. One of the earliest flowers to bloom in spring, it is sometimes difficult to see Virginia bluebells in nature without trekking through mud and out of the way places. But this…
The cedar tree is known for its rich symbolism and cultural significance. It is also an important commercial-grade tree because of the many industries that it supplies with wood materials thanks to its known sturdiness and longevity. However, it is also mostly confused with other needled trees like its pine, spruce, and juniper cousins. Some…
What is moss? It is a low-growing, flowerless plant without roots. Mosses typically grow in wetlands, rainforests, and generally in any location where dampness or moisture is sufficient. They also thrive well in shaded areas and spread through spores (like ferns). There are more than 10,000 species of moss and again, like ferns, they are…
Hay and straw are commonly confused especially when both are dried and baled. We will cover some of the fundamental differences of straw and hay particularly their uses, where they come from, and their role in the garden. If this is something that you have been wondering for long, we got all the answers for…
From deep and personal symbolism to cultural and religious reflections, butterflies may be one of the most symbolic species in the world. In many respects, the metamorphosis a butterfly goes through has become the ultimate manifestation of transformation in all aspects of life. It is the symbol of new beginnings, resilience, endurance, and change. In…
Pine trees are known as decorative ornamentals thriving in cold to subtropical climates. It is used in winter landscapes for Christmas trees. Most have edible pine nuts and are significant in many cultures not only because it is very old but because since then, it has been a constant source of timber and lumber. In…
A luscious lawn is a beautiful accessory that can bring out the best in your home. There is nothing better than going out to your lawn on a hot summer afternoon to have fun with family and friends. However, installing and maintaining a lawn by yourself is hard work. You might over or underwater your…
Many prescriptions today are derived from plants that have been cultivated for centuries because of the medicine they contain. Choosing plants for a garden can be a matter of asthetics, for consuming as food, or for their healing properties. History of Medicinal Wild Plants Long before modern medicine, early settlers relied on nature and its…
The black rose plant, while beautiful in its own right, isn’t actually a rose at all – but rather a succulent, evergreen perennial. As a native of the Canary Islands, the Black Rose plant (A.arboretum ‘Zwartkop’) prefers an area that receives full sun and well-drained soil. This showy succulent needs a moderate amount of water while…
Orchids are very familiar houseplants. They can be hanged in baskets or they could be potted as houseplants. Orchids are native to forests and generally the wild. Because of this, they are known survivors. However, because they have been cultivated through the years and were crossbred with other types, they have grown sporadically diverse in…
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