Have you ever heard of or seen dog vomit slime mold? If not, prepare to be amazed! The slime mold species Fuligo septica was first described in 1753 by Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus. This species gets its name from...
The elegant balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus) is one of the most stunning flowers in the world, with its large, violet-blue petals surrounding the small, white blooms in the center. Its trumpet-shaped blooms are an eye-catching addition to any garden...
There are many great reasons to grow evergreen flowering plants in your garden, and we’re here to give you the top four! If you’re looking to add a few new plants to your garden or if you’re just starting...
Plants that grow in full shade are often overlooked by new gardeners, who think they can only grow brightly colored flowers with high sun requirements. In fact, though, there are many plants that can grow in full shade and...
Showy milkweed (Asclepias speciosa) is a striking perennial that attracts beautiful monarch butterflies to your garden and ensures the continuation of the species by acting as their only host plant. The showy part of its name comes from the...
The Chinese peony, also known as the common garden peony, comes in many beautiful and bright colors such as white, pink, red and yellow. It is an excellent choice to grow if you want to liven up your backyard...
While many perennials are only in bloom for a few weeks each year, Epimedium actually produces new growth from the bottom of the plant all summer long. The bright green, lance-shaped leaves are velvety to the touch and covered...
Getting your garden off to a fast start can be difficult, but with some smart plantings and careful attention, you’ll have an amazingly lush and green lawn before you know it! Creeping Speedwell (Veronica repens) are one of the...
If you love having tall, graceful palms in your yard, it might be time to consider the California fan palm tree as an addition to your landscape. This palm tree thrives in warm climates and does well in the...
The Abelia plant comes in many different colors, including white, blue, pink, red and yellow. The Abelia shrub grows best in the shade and should be planted in well-drained soil that gets a lot of water during the spring...
