Invasive weeds not only degrade ecosystems but also put a strain on economic and natural resources. Despite these plants’ adverse effects on the natural environment and human economy, some are still sold in nurseries and big box stores. Many of these plants can be found growing in your own backyard or your neighbors’ yards, whether …
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Many evergreen plants are perfect for adding year-round privacy, color, and texture to any yard. Find the best evergreen hedge plants to upgrade your property right here. There are several reasons you might want to build a hedge, but most people are looking for privacy. Hedges are natural barriers that look more inviting and sophisticated …
A beautiful tropical plant, bougainvillea boasts clusters of papery flowers ranging from hot pink to magenta, fiery orange to deep purple, as well as red and white. Add a touch of tropical magic to your garden with a few bougainvillea plants cascading down walls, spilling over trellises, or flourishing in pots. Of course, to keep …
Romantic vibrant-colored fuchsia blossoms dangle from pots and hanging baskets, or drape beautifully over the soil in a garden. Fuchsia is a prolific bloomer all summer. Here are some tips for growing fuchsia plants in your garden and in containers. Fuchsia Varieties Fuchsia is named after Leonard Fuchs, a German doctor who lived in the …
Gardening can be relaxing, therapeutic, or frustrating if you do not know which plants work best in your garden. Rock gardens are a wonderful way to amp up the visual interest in any landscaping, but placing plants that will not only look good but also thrive can be a challenge. Here are some of the …
“Help, my plant is covered in a white, powdery fungus! What do I do?” First, don’t panic. While powdery mildew may not look pretty, it rarely causes significant damage except in cases of severe infection. In fact, you may not need to do anything at all. Read on to learn whether your situation is a …
As gardeners, we may consider ourselves stewards — of plants, of the land, of beauty. One of the biggest threats to the natural Oklahoma landscape is invasive plants. While that might seem like a problem reserved for park rangers and the like, these weeds could be masquerading as specimens in your own garden, and many …
Invasive plants pose a significant threat to New Mexico’s human economy and natural environment. These non-native weeds spread rapidly and outcompete native plants, changing local ecosystems and reducing habitat for native wildlife. While the biggest threat is to rangelands and wild spaces, some invasive plants can also be found in home landscapes, sometimes as weeds …
While growing lavender from seeds is not the most popular method for propagation, collecting lavender seeds is easy, and if you like a good challenge, you might want to try it. So, here’s how to collect lavender seeds. One important thing to note is that not all lavender varieties can be propagated by seed. If …
Nearly a quarter of the plants growing wild in Ohio are not native to the state. While most of these 500-plus species live harmlessly alongside the native plants, the Ohio Department of Agriculture lists 63 invasive plant species. Invasive plants in Ohio threaten native plants and wildlife, especially endangered species, with their unchecked, aggressive growth. …