Category: Attractive Foliage

Split-Leaf Philodendron (Philodendron bipinnatifidum) Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Attractive Foliage, Container Plants, Growing Guides, Houseplants, Shade Plants / By Dean

Philodendron bipinnatifidum, the Split-Leaf Philodendron, is also commonly known as the Tree or Lacy Tree Philodendron. It has now been reclassified as Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum. This large tropical plant has impressive foliage, and is relatively easy to care for. This evergreen perennial is native to South America. It thrives in USDA Zones 9 to 11 or …

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Creeping Lilyturf (Liriope spicata) Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Attractive Flowers, Attractive Foliage, Container Plants, Growing Guides, Shade Plants, Xeriscaping Plants / By Dean

Liriope spicata is more commonly known by gardeners as the Creeping Lilyturf, or somtimes, like many other Lirope genus plants, simply as Monkey Grass. Though this name is usually more closely related with the Liriope muscari species. It is a hardy, evergreen perennial. Plants are versatile and easy care to care for. This ground cover …

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Swamp Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos) Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Attractive Flowers, Attractive Foliage, Container Plants, Growing Guides / By Dean

Hibiscus moscheutos, more commonly referred to as the Swamp Rosemallow, Swamp Mallow, or simply as the Hardy Hibiscus, is a vibrant perennial shrub. It stands out for its large, pink, or white showy flowers. Gardeners like to grow this type of Hibiscus plant for its dramatic blooms and its hardiness. It is also great for …

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Stinking Hellebore (Helleborus foetidus) Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Attractive Flowers, Attractive Foliage, Container Plants, Growing Guides, Shade Plants / By Dean

Helleborus foetidus, the Stinking Hellebore or Bear's Foot, is a bushy evergreen perennial plant. It's common name comes from the unusual musky scent the leaves make when crushed. This Helleborus plant is native to parts of western Europe, and suitable for growing in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9. It is rated as being extremely …

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Johnny Jump Up (Viola tricolor) Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Attractive Flowers, Attractive Foliage, Container Plants, Growing Guides, Shade Plants / By Dean

Viola tricolor is popularly known as the Johnny Jump Up by gardeners, and as the Wild Pansy or Heartsease by botanists. This charming, short-lived perennial belongs to the Viola plant genus. They are highly valued for their charming tri-colored flowers, and adaptability in the garden. A native of Europe and parts of Asia, this charming …

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