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Split-Leaf Philodendron plant

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

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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 plants

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

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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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Stinking Hellebore

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

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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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Wild Johnny jump up flowers

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

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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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Euonymus japonicus leaves

Japanese Euonymus (Euonymus japonicus) Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

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Euonymus japonicus is more commonly referred to as the Japanese Euonymus, Japanese Spindle Tree, or Evergreen Spindle. Gardeners cherish this plant for both its adaptability and its visual appeal. This evergreen shrub (sometimes grown as a small tree) is great for adding year-round interest to the garden, and is easy to care for. Plants mostly

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Japanese Holly Fern Plant Growing in the Shade

Japanese Holly Fern (Cyrtomium falcatum) Growing Guide for Gardeners

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Cyrtomium falcatum, the Japanese Holly Fern, is an elegant, perennial fern grown for its glossy, dark green fronds. It is a great plant to grow in the more shaded parts of your garden. This native plant of East Asia has become a common sight in the darker spots of many gardens. It is also often

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