When you have the growing conditions right for your spider plant, it’s going to have babies. No pollination required. The Chlorophytum comosum species is asexual. Male, female, it doesn’t matter. Let it grow slightly pot bound, keep it well nourished, then within a year, or shortly after, it will produce little baby spiderettes. What if…
Well, it depends on who you ask, and what they define as a daisy and a weed! Some people love daisies in their gardens and others see them as a lawn pest. The term “daisy” is used to refer to many different species in the Asteraceae family, but not all these plants are thuggish and…
In the United States, apple trees are one of the most popular fruit trees, and while they can be cultivated in most areas, many people are concerned that the roots may be invasive and cause harm to their property. With that said, are the roots of an apple tree invasive, and are they safe to…
Geraniums are naturally straggly. They are not bushy plants. If you wanted a naturally bushy shrub, you’d be re-planting pelargoniums annually. The fact that you are here to learn about how to make geraniums bushy means that you are growing a true hardy geranium. They naturally grow thin and straggly. They need to be trained…
Begonias are excellent plants to keep color in the garden. They are also wonderful to put in baskets to hang around the house to provide a cozy pop of cheer. Even their foliage is often a pleasure to look at, with leaves that are often in two colors and shaped like wings. But while begonias…
To say that I love Calla Lilies is an absolute understatement – they give me such joy! Although, I was severely disappointed when they did not bloom this summer which prompted a search to find out why they did not flower and whether I could encourage them to bloom. Calla Lilies are not blooming due…
Apple trees are delightful. They often grow in classic storybook shape, produce gorgeous blossoms, and to top it off, they give you delicious fruit. What’s not to love? Well, if you planted a tree and it’s not growing, that’s frustrating. When there is no obvious problem, such as pests, it’s even more frustrating. What can…
Hibiscus flowers have such a distinct look that they’re easy to pick out from a distance. You likely love keeping these plants in your garden because of how eye-catching they are. It’s easy enough to care for these plants during the spring and summer. Things are a bit different when the winter months approach, though….
Gardenias and magnolias are both popular plants that people like to keep in their gardens. If you don’t know a lot about these plants, you might think that they sound similar on paper. Both of these plants are similar in certain ways. They’re both trees that produce blooms that have very big flowers. However, you’ll…
Peace lilies are very popular because they’re very pretty and taking care of them isn’t too difficult. This doesn’t mean that you can neglect the needs of the plant, though. If your peace lily isn’t looking too hot, you might wonder if you’ve made some mistakes. When your plant isn’t getting a lot of sunlight,…