Plant Profile: Peruvian Old Lady (Espostoa melanostele)
Karen One of the most appealing cacti, Peruvian Old Lady comes from the subtropical mountain valleys of western Peru. In its natural habitat it slowly grows up to seven feet tall…
Heirloom True Lilies (Lilium spp.)
There are many good reasons to grow true lilies. They add height, fragrance, and elegance to the garden while being excellent cut flowers. Lilies go way back in history to…
Plant Profile: London Plane Tree (Platanus x acerifolia)
A large deciduous tree tolerant of pollution, compaction, and drought, London Plane tree was first popular as a street tree in the cities of Europe and later spread to cities…
Book Review: Appetite for Reduction: 125 Fast and Filling Low-Fat Vegan Recipes
If you are interested in healthy eating Isa Chandra Moskowitz’ book Appetite for Reduction: 125 Fast and Filling Low-Fat Vegan Recipes will be of interest. And let me state upfront,…
Insects and Their Control: Fall Army Worm (Spodoptera frugiperda)
The fall army worm is the caterpillar of a moth. It is native to the tropical regions of the western hemisphere from the United States to Argentina but overwinters in…
Plant Profile: Mount Etna Broom (Genista aetnenesis)
Native to arid hillsides of Sicily and Sardinia , this deciduous shrub or small graceful tree is a great plant for a place where you want height but not bulk,…
How to Care for Bonsai: Yellow Sage (Lantana camara)
A native of Central and South American this evergreen plant has spread to many areas of the world becoming invasive in some. It makes a very attractive bonsai, however, especially…
Plant Profile: Northern Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor)
Northern blue flag iris is a clump forming herbaceous perennial native to Eastern North America where it is found in moist to wet habitats including swamps, marshes, stream banks, wet…
Book Review: Spiders
Not the most popular animal, spiders are residents of the garden and contribute in many ways. Children and adults alike are often frightened by these critters and kill them unnecessarily.…
Beneficial Garden Animals: Decollate Snails
When you see a snail in the garden the immediate reaction is to get rid of it. But stop and take a closer look before you toss out a potential…