The tomato plant is perhaps the most popular gardening plant in all America. They provide food for the family and are generally easy to grow. Even though growing this plant is generally easy that does not mean you can ignore its care. A surprising fact for many gardeners is that tomatoes, scientif...

The Staghorn Fern is unique and funky looking plant. The name given to it is fitting because of its odd appearing leaves, which are also known as fronds. The Staghorn is native to the tropical areas of Australia and New Guinea. On trees where they grow, they can get as large as 4 feet in diameter....

Growing an indigo plant from a seed is not that difficult. It will thrive if kept in a warm, bright area of your home. The indigo is a beautiful plant to include in your indoor plant collection. The plants history. Use of the indigo began in India and dates from the 4th century BC. Dye was extract...

If you would like to be successful with vegetable gardening the first step is to plan properly. By thinking ahead you can prevent many problems that otherwise would come up and damage or destroy your vegetable garden Here are four important considerations you need to keep in mind as you plan the ...

The variegated ginger is a stunning and eye-catching plant. It is a member of the Zingieracea family with 1,300 species having been identified in Asia, America and Africa. The bloom cycle of shell ginger The flowers bloom in clusters that branch off from the main plant stalk. The plant requires tw...

If you’re looking for a beautiful tropical plant with a blend of red, purple and green leaves the Ti plant is one you’re sure to enjoy. The plant is a native of East Asia. Depending on the region you live in it is also know as the good luck plant, Hawaiian Ti Plant and red sister. The ...

The crown of thorns plant is often referred to as a Christ plant or the Christ-thorn. As different as they appear to one another, this plant is a cousin of the poinsettia. The plants stem and branches are covered with sharp spines that are between 1/4 to 1/2 inch in length. They can grow to a heig...

Imagine opening your window to let in some rays in the morning and be greeted by a punch of color and scent of summer. Or you might prefer to have fresh basil and oregano at your fingertips while you make gazpacho vegetable garden. You only need a few wooden planters window boxes filled with brigh...

Back in my twenties, I rented a small house picturesque San Francisco, a short distance from the beach. The house was simple and clear with a small front yard. There were only a beautiful pink daisy-like perennials and lots more, it cinerary. There was a porch, three windows overlooking the street...