magnolia flowers falling from tree

Magnolia Flower: Health Benefits, Meaning + Interesting Facts

After a long, cold winter comes spring with beautiful blooms of Magnolia, which provide a splash of color to your outdoor space. Highly prized for their decadent scent, beautiful flowers, and large, leathery leaves, Magnolias are undoubtedly one of the most stunning additions to any landscape.  With star-shaped flowers fluttering in the spring breeze, creating … Read more

swamp verbena plant in bloom

Verbena Hastata: Benefits, How to Plant, Grow & Care for Swamp Verbena

Swamp verbena (Verbena hastata) is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant from the Verbenaceae family native to areas in the Great Lakes region of North America, including parts of Canada and various states in the US. It consists of around 150 species in the genus Verbena. The plant is known by multiple names, including blue vervain, wild … Read more

drought tolerant plants in rock garden

Drought-Tolerant Plants For Every Landscape & Plant Type

Drought sounds like a gardener’s worst nightmare. But despite the common association of gardening with watering cans or hoses, many plants can tolerate periods of drought once they are established.  So many that it would be impossible to survey them all here. Instead, we’ll go over a few of our favorite drought-tolerant plants. Plus, we’ll … Read more

snake plant in pot on floor

Snake Plant: Growing + Care Guide

Durable, low maintenance, striking appearance, and excellent decor are some things to love about these plants. Snake plant or Sansevieria is an indoor staple plant that makes a perfect choice for homeowners looking for houseplants with hassle-free care tips. The succulent ranks among the most tolerant plants that withstand harsh conditions and neglect. With that … Read more

monte casino aster flower

Monte Casino Flower: What Does It Symbolize + How to Grow

A relative of the common daisy, the Monte Casino flower is a popular sight in rustic gardens and cut flower arrangements. But did you know that this plant has deep roots in myth and folklore and that each flower color has a unique meaning? In this guide, we’ll explain what the Monte Casino flower symbolizes … Read more

braided money tree

Braiding Money Tree: Why, How-to + Tips

You might assume a money tree is a single tree, but actually, they’re several trees combined! This gorgeous houseplant, also known by its botanical name pachira aquatica, saba nut, or Guiana chestnut, is made up of two and six individual plants braided or twisted together.  Although they don’t need to be braided and would survive … Read more

groundhog hiding in garden

Do Groundhogs Eat Hydrangeas? [Solved]

Groundhogs are the bane of many gardeners. These mammals have a reputation for eating garden plants which can be frustrating for gardeners.  Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are rodents native to North America and Eastern America. Famous for their destructive nature, they can destroy a garden overnight. They eat various kinds of fruits, vegetables, and … Read more

mother of thousands plant

Mother of Thousands Plant: Guide to Care & Growing the Best Succulent

If you’re a plant lover who wants to add to your houseplant collection, Mother of Thousands will be a lovely addition. You can never go wrong with its attractive foliage and low-maintenance features. Native to Madagascar, the succulent plant thrives best outdoors in hot regions, and it seldom blooms indoors. Want to know more about … Read more

cucamelon or mouse melon

Cucamelon Plant Guide: What It Is + Growing + Propagating + Seeds

Have you heard of cucamelon? They are becoming a trendy garden crop. Cucumelons are small fruits that resemble baby watermelons. They’re hard to resist, and many are enjoyed straight from the vine without making it to the kitchen! So how do these inch-long fruits taste? They have a hint of cucumber and a lime-like flavor, … Read more

Chinese money tree plant

Money Tree Meaning: What Does This Chinese Plant Mean + Symbolism

The money tree plant is one of those great plants that stand out with their look, and it also has a significant meaning behind it. Many people don’t know that the money tree is a combination of multiple Pachira Aquatica trees braided together as they grow. This broadleaf evergreen plant is native to South and … Read more