Red hot poker or torch lily, Kniphofia uvaria, is an evergreen perennial bulb that belongs to the sunflower family (Asteraceae). It is quite popular among horticulturists and gardeners because of…
Mina lobata, more commonly known as the Spanish flag, is a succulent plant native to South Africa and is often used as an accent in gardens and floral arrangements because…
Pole beans, also known as runner beans, are quick-growing plants that can be grown over fences and trellises, or up poles in the garden to save space. Pole beans are…
Variegated ginger (Alpinia zerumbet) is a favorite houseplant for homes around the world, and its popularity isn’t showing any signs of slowing down in 2022! These plants are great fun…
Lily of the Nile, also known as Agapanthus, is a stunning flower that symbolizes beauty and purity. Its flowers have six petals, with the inner three often being blue or…
Evergreen shrubs provide color to our landscape all year long, and there are so many options to choose from that you may have a hard time deciding which one to…
Okra—also known as lady’s fingers, gumbo, bhindi, and ochro—is one of the more unusual vegetables in the world. Native to West Africa, this vegetable was brought to the US in…
Baby’s Breath, or Gypsophilia, has delicate, lacy foliage that looks fantastic in hanging baskets and windowsills. It requires very little care and attention to look great in your home or…