Houseplants: Schefflera
The schefflera is a popular houseplant and actually quite easy to grow and maintain. There are several different varieties of this plant, sometimes also known … Read more
Spider Mites
How to Grow and Care for Rosemary
Rosemary is an aromatic herb that grows as an evergreen. It is a native plant of the Mediterranean and it is hardy in the U.S. … Read more
How to Manage Pests of the Mimosa Tree
The Mimosa, or Albizia julibrissin, is highly susceptible to pests such as cottony cushion scale, spider mites, and fall webworms. These bugs threaten the health … Read more
Tips for Growing an Indoor Palm Tree
Palm trees are one of the most popular of all tropical plants to grow indoors. The Victorians grew them in the parlors of their homes … Read more
How to Grow and Care for Strawberry Begonia Houseplants
Strawberry begonias are native plants to eastern Asia. Their scientific name is Saxifraga stolonifera. Sometimes they are referred to as Mother of Thousands, because they … Read more
Five Most Common Outdoor Allergens
Allergies occur when the human body comes in contact with a substance called an allergen. The body responds in an overly sensitive manner. A protein … Read more
Controlling Spider Mites in the Garden
They are called spider mites because they have eight legs and can make webs, although larvae only have six legs. They are not spiders but … Read more
How to Grow an Umbrella Tree – Schefflera
When looking for an nice, easy-care tree to grow indoors, consider the schefflera, better known as the umbrella tree. The umbrella tree is thusly called … Read more
How to Grow and Care for Cryptomeria Japonica
The Cryptomeria japonica or more commonly known as the Black Dragon, Japanese Cryptomeria or Japanese cedar is an evergreen tree. This native tree from China … Read more
How to Care for Geraniums
If you want a beautiful, hardy, and easy to grow, geraniums are a great choice. They are incredibly versatile; geraniums are great flowers for containers, … Read more