Bringing Home the Purple Haze: Easy Ways to Propagate Verbena Platensis Verbena platensis, with its delicate lavender blooms and feathery foliage, is a showstopper in any garden. This South American native, also known as Purpletop Vervain, boasts an extended blooming period, attracting a plethora of pollinators with its nectar-rich flowers. If you’re enchanted by this … Read more
Taming the Coastal Beauty: Propagating Iberis sempervirens (Everest Snow) The Iberis sempervirens, more commonly known as Everest Snow, is a delightful groundcover plant prized for its abundant clusters of snow-white flowers that burst forth in spring, often with a second bloom in fall. This low-maintenance beauty, with its evergreen foliage, can add a touch of … Read more
Multiplying the Beauty: Propagating Your Arundina graminifolia Orchid The Arundina graminifolia, also known as the Bamboo Orchid, is a stunning, tall orchid known for its cane-like stems and vibrant blooms. While admiring its beauty is a joy, wouldn’t it be wonderful to have more of these graceful plants gracing your garden? Luckily, propagating Arundina graminifolia … Read more
Painted Up and Ready to Multiply: Propagating the Tassel Flower (Emilia praetermissa) The Tassel Flower, also known as Emilia praetermissa, is a charming annual that brings joy with its vibrant, pom-pom like blooms. Native to tropical regions, this easy-going flower thrives in sunny gardens, adding splashes of red, orange, or pink from early summer until … Read more
Unlocking the Secrets of Askidiosperma andreaeanum Propagation: A Guide for Plant Lovers Askidiosperma andreaeanum, with its unique, star-shaped seed pods and captivating foliage, is a true gem in the world of succulent enthusiasts. But while admiring its beauty is easy, propagating this South African native can seem like a daunting task. Fear not, fellow plant … Read more
Unlocking the Secrets of Propagation: How to Grow More Melaleuca brachyandra Melaleuca brachyandra, with its delicate weeping foliage and explosion of creamy white flowers, is a true stunner in any garden. This hardy Australian native, also known as the River Honey Myrtle, adds year-round interest with its graceful form and attracts a symphony of pollinators … Read more
Unveiling the Secrets to Propagating the Exquisite Leochilus labiatus The Leochilus labiatus, with its charming miniature blooms and captivating fragrance, is a jewel among orchid enthusiasts. Native to Central and South America, this epiphytic beauty thrives in humid, warm environments, gracing its caretaker with sprays of delicate, often fragrant flowers. While caring for this orchid … Read more
Unveiling the Secrets: How to Propagate the Elusive Crambe kralikii The world of horticulture is a fascinating one, full of intriguing challenges and rewarding experiences. One such challenge that has captivated plant enthusiasts is the propagation of the rare and exquisite Crambe kralikii. This remarkable perennial, with its silver-dusted foliage and ethereal white blooms, is … Read more
Unveiling the Secrets of Cunonia macrophylla Propagation: Grow Your Own Lush Paradise The Cunonia macrophylla, also known as the large-leaved cunonia or Queensland cunonia, is a showstopper. With its lush, tropical foliage and impressive size, this Australian native can transform any garden into a green sanctuary. But before you rush off to buy a mature … Read more
Taming the Ooline: A Guide to Propagating Cadellia pentastylis The Cadellia pentastylis, affectionately known as the Ooline, boasts stunning autumn foliage in fiery shades of red and orange. Native to Australia, this medium-sized tree with its distinctive flaky bark is increasingly popular in gardens and parks. If you’re keen on adding this beauty to your … Read more