The yellow elder (Tecoma stans) is a showy shrub that needs space to grow and expand. The bright green foliage creates a refreshing contrast with the trumpet-shaped, bright yellow flowers. The Tecoma stans is easy to grow and it has many applications as an attractive … Yellow Elder – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
Forsythia shrubs have many advantages like fast growth, ease of care, beautiful blooms and low maintenance. The forsythia blooms in early spring with blooms appearing sooner than leaves, creating a shrub that is in full bloom without any leaves to get in the way. Although … Forsythia – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
An adaptable, colorful and low maintenance shrub, the barberry is well suited for being kept as hedges, but it can also be grown in containers. The barberry features spiny shoots and colorful leaves that range from green to burgundy. Berberis vulgaris produces yellow-orange flowers, followed … Barberry – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
With long-lasting blossoms and an exotic look, the yellow oleander is a highly ornamental plant that’s grown despite it being a poisonous plant. Thevetia peruviana is considered a tall growing shrub that’s native to Central America and Mexico. As you’ll see in the plant care … Yellow Oleander – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
Golden Rain Tree, also known as Koelreuteria paniculata is one of those rare trees in the United States that are famous for their midsummer flowerings. They bloom beautiful yellow flowers followed by colorful fruits that resemble Japanese lanterns. The colors of the fruits change from … Golden Rain Tree – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
As a medium-sized plant, the Dracaena lemon lime has striking broad leaves striped with white and lime green on the edges and a darker shade of green in the middle of the leaves. The striped look this crates on the leaves is easy on the … Dracaena Lemon Lime – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation read more »
You might wonder where the name of Moses in the Cradle comes from. The unusual name derives from the stunning boat-shaped bracts that hold gently the beautiful white flowers growing in the middle. Other names such as Boat Lily, Moses-in-a-Boat, Moses-in-a-Basket, Cradle Lily, Moses-in-the-Bulrushes or … Moses in the Cradle Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
The emerald gem plant or Homalomena is a green foliage plant that’s low maintenance and features thick spade-shaped leaves. Because the plant is relatively compact and does not grow tall, you can easily find a good spot for it even in homes with space constraints. … Emerald Gem Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation, Diseases read more »
Clivia lily, also known as bush lily, is bative to the low-altitude woodlands in South Africa. These evergreen perennials with strap-shaped, dark green leaves earned their reputation as well-performing house and conservatory plants. Their name is derived from the Lady Florentina Clive, and since they … Clivia Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
Showing a striking resemblance to bamboo, the Areca palm is a tall and clumping palm that’s native to Madagascar and South India. While the Areca palm is a sun-loving plant that won’t adapt to low light conditions, making it a debatable choice for an indoor … Areca Palm – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation, Diseases read more »
