Gardening

Desert Willow Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Desert willow? The desert willow (Chilopsis linearis), also known as the Arizona rosewood, is a small tree or large shrub that belongs to the botanical family Bignoniaceae. There are about 80 species of Chilopsis in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, including South America and Australia. The desert willow was introduced to the U.S….

Crinum Lily Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Crinum Lily? Crinum lily is a genus of about 40 perennial lilies native to Africa, Asia, and Australia.    The best known Crinum Lily (or sometimes called Elephant Ear Lily) is the C. Orientalis corms affectionately known as “Dragon’s Tongue.” For a long time, I wouldn’t grow these beautiful plants because of their…

Pink Chinese Evergreen Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Pink Chinese Evergreen? The Pink Chinese evergreen is the most popular form of a species that offers many excellent plant options including needle-like green foliage or attractive pink. The “The Pink” form’s brightly colored, oval-shaped leaves are an outstanding example of why Chamaecyparis has earned the reputation as one of the most unique…

Philodendron Brandi Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Philodendron Brandi? The Philodendron Brandi is a tropical plant that belongs to the Araceae family. It is one of the most popular members of this group and also its largest species. This plant can grow up to nine meters tall, but it also develops thicker leaves than other members of the genus due…

African Mask Plant Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is African Mask Plant? African Mask Plant (Acmella Oleracea) is a creeping, herbaceous perennial that forms low mounds with leaves up to 3 ½ inches long and 1 inch wide. It has pure white flowers in spring through summer that form bright yellow seed pods in autumn. These plants are native to tropical areas…

Chinese Evergreen Plant Growing & Care Guide

What Is the Chinese Evergreen Plant? Chinese evergreen plant, Aglaonema plant, also known as Chinese money tree is a great houseplant to growing in your home. It does well with low light and little water. They are easy to care for and can thrive in most homes. Read on to learn how to grow it…

Polka Dot Plant Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Polka Dot Plant? The polka dot plant is an attractive houseplant that is also called the Polka dot plant for its ornamental leaves with variegated white and green. This lovely, shade-loving tropical perennial is a great addition to any home or office decor. This fascinating plant has soft grass-like foliage and thick stems,…

Philodendron Birkin Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Philodendron Birkin? Philodendron Birkin, sometimes called Sweetheart Plant or Strawflower, is a popular indoor plant grown for the striking markings of its leaves. It’s easy to grow and thrives in low light conditions, making it an excellent choice for beginners. Its glossy green leaves are splashed with red along veins. Some have white…

Boysenberry Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Boysenberry? The boysenberry (or boysenberry) is a black raspberry-blackberry hybrid created by Rudolph Boysen, who was employed for many years at the USDA plant laboratory in Corvallis, Oregon. The name ‘boysen’ itself comes from Rudolph’s last name. He developed this new fruit in Los Angeles between 1918 and 1921. Boysen’s selected name was…

Marble Pothos Growing and Plant Care Guide

What Is Marble Pothos? The marble pothos plant is also called “marble queen” and “toy box vine.” As with all pothos plants, the leaves are variegated in green and white. It has a trailing growth habit that grows to 15 feet long and about three feet wide. The vines will trail along the ground or…