Archive for the ‘Plant Care’ Category

Stargazer lilies are showy flowering plants, which are capable to beatify any landscape with their uncommon coloring. They are considered to be easy- to –grow plants blooming for 14-20 days and spreading sweet scent. No doubt, these striking flowers will make your garden much brighter. Now I will share some tips on plant’s care. Hope ... Full story

To get bright wonderful flowers in spring you can plant bulbs in the autumn. Tulips are the plants that ate not so difficult to grow and take care for. These flowering plants do not requite much water. Just make a hole and put the tulip bulb into it. To receive the wonderful blooms follow some simple steps ... Full story

Despite the dainty appearance of daisy flowers, they do not need much care. They can grow in any well-drained soil. Now I am going to give you some tips on their growing and care. •    Do not let the soil be always wet. It should be watered early in the morning to be able to ... Full story

Japanese magnolia is a splendid tree producing attractive flowers in white, pink or purple. The trees are comparatively small-sized and in some gardens and yards even serve as cute shrubs. With just little care these decorative plants will give bright and colorful look to your yard. •    It is very important to plant the tree after ... Full story

It is very important to plant camellias in the right way; being well- established they will delight you for a long time.  One can come across 10-12 species of this showy plant with the main species that are Camellia japonica, Camellia reticulata, and Camellia sasanqua. These flowering plants are considered to be easy-growing ones. I ... Full story

Very often people refer poinsettia plants to those that thieve in the middle of winter holidays. However, in fact, poinsettia is a tropical plant and does not tolerate drafts and low temperatures. Otherwise the plant's foliage can fade and die off. The soil should be kept moist; let it dry out a bit in between watering. To promote new flowers, pinch off spent flowers and fertilize ... Full story

Cascading flowers are one of the great plants for giving color in hanging baskets, planters, urns and containers of any shape and size. Cascading petunia, million bells, purple- or green-leafed lobelias, sweet alyssums and ageratums are such annuals that can be grown during the winter season as they tolerate low temperatures continuing to grow ... Full story

Here are some useful tips for growing a healthy protea plant. •    It is recommendable to plant protea seeds is in autumn or spring as namely this time of the year has the difference between the day and night temperatures nearly 12 degrees C. •    For the protea to thrive, the seeds should be planted in ... Full story

The amaryllis plant originates from warmer climates. Its attractive funnel-like flowers are borne at the top of a single stalk stem. Sometimes the flowers' weight will need some kind of support for the stem. A plain bamboo stake and raffia tie are good plant supporters, at the same time being a nice addition to the plant. If ... Full story

In proper growth conditions, an African violet plant will be in flower for about 9 months. In spite on the plant's dainty look, it is quite easy to take care for. • Keep the soil moist to dry, allowing it to get dry out between watering; it will ensure the flowering. • To prevent any ... Full story