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Red Black-Eyed Susan Care Guide
The Red Black-Eyed Susan is a vibrant and unique take on the classic yellow-petaled Rudbeckia. With rich, velvety red, burgundy, or cherry-colored petals surrounding a dark central cone, this plant brings a dramatic flair to summer and fall gardens. It is well-suited to cottage gardens... -
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Red Bougainvillea Care Guide
Bougainvillea is a spectacular flowering vine known for its vibrant, papery bracts that surround small, inconspicuous flowers. The red variety of bougainvillea stands out for its bold, vivid color and fast-growing nature. Whether grown as a hedge, trellis climber, potted specimen, or ground... -
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Red Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) Care Guide
The Red Bloodleaf plant, or Iresine herbstii, is a stunning tropical ornamental plant prized for its vividly colored foliage. Native to Brazil and other parts of South America, this plant boasts vibrant, rich red to deep burgundy leaves with striking pink to magenta veins. The colorful foliage... -
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Red Banana Tree (Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’) Care Guide
Overview Common Name: Red Banana, Abyssinian Banana Botanical Name: Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’ Type: Ornamental banana plant Family: Musaceae (banana family) Hardiness Zones: USDA 9–11 (can be grown as annual or overwintered indoors in cooler zones) Height: 6 to 15 feet (can grow taller in... -
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Cemetery rules preclude a gardener’s memorial
This topic may be a sensitive one for many readers. As a relatively recently bereaved gardener, I can’t help ruminating on why it has to be so difficult to plant or even lay flowers, shrubs or trees at or on the resting places of our loved ones. Surely this is one of the most meaningful... -
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Silver Sword Philodendron (Philodendron hastatum)
The Silver Sword Philodendron (Philodendron hastatum) is a beautiful, easy-to-care-for houseplant with striking silver-toned leaves. Here’s a care guide to help you keep your plant thriving: 1. Light Ideal Light: Bright, indirect light. Tolerates: Low light but growth may slow down and the... -
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Sinonomé Blue Toad Lily (Tricyrtis hirta ‘Sinonome Blue’)
Sinonomé Blue Toad Lily (Tricyrtis hirta ‘Sinonome Blue’) is a beautiful and unique perennial that adds a touch of elegance to shady garden spaces. Known for its vibrant, orchid-like flowers, it thrives in moist, shaded environments and is relatively low-maintenance. Here’s a care guide for this... -
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Sitara’s Gold Tradescantia (Tradescantia spathacea ‘Sitara’s Gold’)
Sitara’s Gold Tradescantia (Tradescantia spathacea ‘Sitara’s Gold’) is a beautiful and colorful variety of Tradescantia, often prized for its striking yellow and green foliage. This perennial plant is a member of the Commelinaceae family and is known for its low-maintenance care and vibrant... -
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Sky Blue Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta ‘Sky Blue’)
Sky Blue Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta ‘Sky Blue’) is a unique and beautiful variety of the popular Black-Eyed Susan, known for its vibrant blue petals around a dark central cone, which creates a striking contrast. While the traditional Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) has yellow petals... -
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Snow-in-Summer (Cerastium tomentosum)
Snow-in-Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) is a beautiful, low-growing perennial that is known for its silvery foliage and abundant white flowers. It’s a great groundcover plant and thrives in sunny, well-drained locations. Here’s a care guide to help your Snow-in-Summer thrive: 1. Light Ideal... -
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Solar Eclipse Heuchera
Heuchera ‘Solar Eclipse’ is a stunning variety of coral bells (Heuchera) known for its striking foliage. It features deep, dark purple to almost black leaves with a silvery overlay, which gives it an intriguing and dramatic appearance. The plant also produces delicate, bell-shaped flowers that... -
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Sodiroi Philodendron
The Philodendron Sodiroi is a stunning, rare species of Philodendron that is highly sought after for its unique appearance, with heart-shaped leaves that often have a glossy, dark green finish. It’s a relatively easy plant to care for, but it does have some specific needs. 1. Light Requirements... -
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Solar Flair Coleus
Coleus ‘Solar Flair’ is a vibrant and colorful variety of coleus known for its eye-catching foliage, featuring bright, bold shades of red, orange, and yellow with some dark purple accents. It’s an annual plant in many regions and is perfect for adding dramatic color to containers, garden beds... -
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Songbird Mix Columbine
Songbird Mix is a beautiful, vibrant blend of columbine (Aquilegia) plants that features a variety of flower colors, including shades of red, yellow, pink, and purple. These perennial plants are well-loved for their unique, spurred flowers that attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and... -
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Snow Queen Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)
The Snow Queen Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) is a beautiful tropical plant known for its large, white, or pale-colored flowers and its glossy, dark green leaves. It’s a relatively easy plant to care for, but it does have some specific needs. Here’s a care guide to help you keep your Snow... -
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Rustic Orange Coleus
Rustic Orange Coleus is a stunning, vibrant variety of coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) known for its unique mix of deep orange, gold, and red hues. This coleus cultivar offers bold, eye-catching color that can brighten up any garden, patio, or container. Care Guide for Rustic Orange... -
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Ruby Star Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
These plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. They are relatively low maintenance and are drought-tolerant once established, making them a popular choice for garden beds, borders, and even in wildflower meadows. Additionally, Echinacea is known for its medicinal properties, often used... -
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Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda didyma)
Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda didyma), also known as Scarlet Oswego Tea or Red Bergamot, is a striking perennial known for its vibrant red flowers, aromatic foliage, and ability to attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It belongs to the mint family and is well-suited for... -
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Samaritan ‘BO’ Clematis (Clematis x hybrid ‘Samaritan BO’)
Samaritan ‘BO’ Clematis (Clematis x hybrid ‘Samaritan BO’) is a stunning hybrid variety of clematis known for its bold, large flowers and strong, vigorous growth. This variety is a part of the Clematis Viticella group and is typically appreciated for its vibrant blossoms, which can range from... -
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Scarlet Curls Willow (Salix matsudana ‘Scarlet Curls’)
The Scarlet Curls Willow (Salix matsudana ‘Scarlet Curls’) is a unique and beautiful tree known for its striking, twisted, reddish-brown branches and curly foliage. Here’s a care guide to help you keep your Scarlet Curls Willow healthy and thriving: 1. Planting Location Sunlight: Full sun to...