Phytolacca americana ‘Silberstein,’ commonly known as American pokeweed ‘Silberstein’ or Phytolacca laka boom, is a cultivar of the native American pokeweed. It is grown for its attractive, variegated foliage and berries. Here’s how to grow ...
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How do you grow Petasites japonicus?
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Petasites japonicus, commonly known as Japanese butterbur or giant butterbur, is a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Japan and other parts of Asia. It is grown for its large, attractive foliage and is ...
How to grow Melianthus Major
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Melianthus major, commonly known as honey bush or giant honey flower, is an unusual and attractive perennial plant native to South Africa. It has unique blue-green foliage and produces interesting reddish-brown flowers. Here’s a guide ...
How to grow and care for Rodgersia ‘Bronze Peacock’
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Rodgersia ‘Bronze Peacock’ is a striking perennial plant known for its bronze-colored foliage and attractive plumes of flowers. It grows to about one meter tall. Here’s a guide on how to grow and care for ...
How to maintain Crocosmias
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Crocosmias, also known as montbretias, are beautiful flowering perennials that produce clusters of vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow. Here are some tips on how to maintain Crocosmias:
How to maintain Digiplexis Falcon Fire
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Digiplexis ‘Falcon Fire’ is an eye-catching hybrid plant that combines the characteristics of Digitalis (foxglove) and Isoplexis (Canary Island foxglove). It features tall flower spikes adorned with tubular flowers in shades of pink, coral, and ...
How to grow Salvia Amistad
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Salvia ‘Amistad’ is a beautiful perennial plant known for its striking deep purple flowers and velvety green leaves. Here’s a guide on how to grow Salvia ‘Amistad’:
How to grow Oakleaf Hydrangeas
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To grow oakleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea quercifolia), you need to provide them with the right growing conditions and follow a few basic care guidelines. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to grow oakleaf hydrangeas:
How to grow Colocasia Esculenta Blue Hawaii
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Growing Colocasia ‘Blue Hawaii’: Adding Exotic Elegance to UK Gardens Introduction to Colocasia ‘Blue Hawaii’ Colocasia ‘Blue Hawaii’ is a striking cultivar of the taro plant, renowned for its stunning blue-green leaves with dark veins ...
How to grow Tigridia
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Tigridia pavonia might be a short lived flower but when it opens, wow, what a flower! Tigridia pavonia flowers in July and August for about two to three weeks. For best flowers they should be ...