We recently gave an overview of some of our favorite indoor tropical plants.  One of our readers mentioned we should have included Fiddle Leaf Fig.  I know this plant has been very...
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Over the past few years, we have seen an emphasis on trailing plants being used as houseplants and also in containers.  We are going to focus on container plants this time.  Trailing...
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In the spring, we were lucky enough to attend the annual California Spring Trials.  As we mentioned, it is like attending fashion week for the horticultural industry. We get to see new...
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As we head into winter you might want to consider adding some tropical houseplants to your home.  Our homes are primed for these plants because they are climate-controlled and the conditions...
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I have a few succulents that I have grown indoors for several years. Not every succulent can be a houseplant and if you grow them indoors they are not all the same due to different growing...
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When designing your garden you want to keep the plants thriving from early spring through late fall and beyond depending where you live. During the main season of growing, you want to have your...
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We have previously written about it being better to plant perennials in the fall to enjoy a beautiful garden next year.  Planting in the fall allows early blooming perennials to establish...
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When many people hear of Allium flowers they think of the large purple globe-shaped flowers.  The more popular Alliums are Gladiator, Globemaster, and Purple Sensation.  Alliums are also...
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