Weeds and Their Control: Hairy Galinsoga (Galinsoga ciliata)
Karen Hairy galinsoga is an annual weed that is native to Mexico and South America but is now found on the east, mid-west, and west coast of the United States. It…
Plant Profile: Boxleaf Azara (Azara microphylla)
This broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree is native to Chile and Argentina where it grows in the understory or margins of woodlands. The glossy, dark green, oval leaves are…
How to Care for Bonsai: Powderpuff Tree (Calliandra haematocephala)
This small tree or bush is evergreen and a member of the legume family with bipinately compound leaves that close up at night or during times of drought. In spring…
Plant Profile: Athel Tree (Tamarix aphylla aka T. articulata )
This evergreen tree is a native of northern and central Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia where it is found growing along water courses. It is a member…
Book Review: Lawn Gone!
What is it about your lawn that you find so desirable? Whatever it is you may think differently about your lawn after you read Pam Penick’s book, Lawn Gone! The…
Weeds and Their Control: Yellow Nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus)
Anyone who has had yellow nutsedge in their lawn knows what a terrible problem it can be. Its leaves resemble grass but grow more quickly and so make the lawn…
Plant Profile: Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus diocia)
This tall deciduous tree earned its common name from the fact that early American settlers made a beverage from its roasted and ground seeds. Unroasted pods and seeds, however, are…
Rose Garden Themes: Mythology-Roman Olympians
A garden featuring roses named for the Roman Olympians could include a large number of roses representing many different groups from old garden roses to modern hybrid teas, floribundas and…
Plant Profile: Hedge Maple (Acer campestre)
This small to medium sized deciduous tree is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is commonly used in hedgerows in southern England. Densely branched, it has a…
Book Review: Garden Crafts: A Practical Guide to Creating Handcrafted Features for Your Garden
No matter how beautiful your garden is with flowers, shrubs and trees, it can be enhanced by well executed crafted features. Geraldine Rudge’s book, Garden Crafts, provides a wealth of…