Gardening Care

The humble ficus tree (a.k.a. The weeping fig) is known for its timeless non-altering characteristics. Meaning they look almost the same regardless of their age. This makes them great for a bonsai or a space filling plant for larger indoor areas. This charming houseplant is pretty straightforward to grow and maintain. But, do you know […]

Azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs that are often used in creating bouquets, as décor, within the landscaping and making aesthetically pleasing bonsai trees. However, do azaleas attract bees as well? Yes, they do, in fact when it comes to pollination, bees love azaleas because of their abundance of pollen and nectar. The colors and scents

In today’s world, a well manicured lawn is often seen as a sign of status. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re from; outsiders tend to look at your patch of green and judge you based on its condition. Sometimes though, lawns can become damaged and discolored unexpectedly. They can develop burns or

Cats are creatures of curiosity, especially when it comes to plants and gardens. They hide in all of those tight ‘cat sized’ spaces and do their business, munching on whatever they feel like without any consequence. Curiosity is a great attribute, except when toxic plants are involved. Cats simply can’t tell the difference, and it’s

When it comes to fertilization for soil conditioning, the beautiful, tropical Hibiscus thrives best in a potting or soil mix that is slightly acidic. But, do hibiscus like coffee grounds? Honestly speaking, using materials such as coffee grounds can help improve the pH levels naturally. However, there are many other alternatives, such as sulfur and

Watering an Aloe plant can almost be considered a balancing act. One of the most confusing issues growers have is reading the plants’ signs as to whether they are receiving too much or too little water. In this article, I will be discussing overwatered vs underwatered aloe plant, and help you understand how to adopt

There are a couple of reasons why a pansy can begin to droop. If these issues are not corrected as early as possible, they can cause much bigger problems for the pansy plant. If you’re asking, “why are my pansies drooping?”, then this article will become a savior for you. Generally speaking, a pansy will

If you haven’t heard of elephant bush (Portulacaria afra) and its toxicity status, this article is for you. This hardy succulent can be found in Southern Africa. It goes by the name elephant bush simply because it has been a staple food for elephants for many years. But, is elephant bush toxic to cats? Well,