Category: Growing Guides

How To Grow Lamb's Quarters / White goosefoot (Chenopodium album) In Your Garden

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Chenopodium album, often referred to as Lamb's Quarters or White Goosefoot, is a plant known for its resilience and versatility. Although usually considered a weed, it does have some uses. This annual plant is a part of the Amaranthaceae family, and can be found growing wild in many parts of the world. Lamb's Quarters typically […]

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How To Grow Pride of Barbados (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) In Your Garden

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Caesalpinia pulcherrima, commonly known as the Peacock Flower or Pride of Barbados, is a visually stunning plant beloved by gardeners worldwide. This evergreen shrub is native to the tropics and subtropics of the Americas. It is great for bringing a unique splash of color and tropical charm to your garden. Pride of Barbados typically reaches

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How To Grow Sandankwa Viburnum (Viburnum suspensum) In Your Garden

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Viburnum suspensum (Sandankwa Viburnum) is a dense evergreen shrub that is prized for its dark green, leathery leaves. It blooms with small, fragrant, white flowers in the spring. These are soon followed by red berries that turn black at maturity. These plants grow up to 6 to 12 feet (180 to 365 cm) tall and

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How To Grow David Viburnum (Viburnum davidii) In Your Garden

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Viburnum davidii, often referred to as David Viburnum, is a robust evergreen shrub that is adored for its dark green, leathery leaves, and metallic blue berries. The David Viburnum plant can grow to about three feet (90 cm) in height, with a five feet (150 cm) spread. It is well-suited to many garden settings, including

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How To Grow Broadleaf Stonecrop (Sedum spathulifolium) In Your Garden

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Sedum spathulifolium, also known as the Broadleaf Stonecrop or Spoon-leaved stonecrop, is a perennial, succulent plant. It is prized for its rosette-like growth habit, spatula-shaped leaves, and bright yellow, star-shaped summer flowers. It is commonly used for its unique visual interest and drought tolerance. Typically, the plant reaches a height of 3 to 6 inches

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How To Grow Spike Speedwell (Veronica spicata) In Your Garden

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Veronica spicata is commonly known as the Spiked Speedwell. It is an herbaceous perennial plant that has spiky racemes of small, bright blue flowers. These Veronica flowers bloom from early to late summer. Spiked Speedwell typically grows to a height of about 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm), with a spread of up

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