Dense foliage in tiered, horizontal branches in a crowded, pyramidal shape. Blunt, dark green needles with silver underneath appear from red buds in the colder seasons. This upright growing plant likes cooler climates with good sun exposure and acidic soil.
Abies alba ( Forrest Fir )
Tall, columnar evergreen reaching heights of 30′ to 70′ and widths of 10′ to 20′. Abies forrestii has an open habit when young, becoming more dense with age. Bark is smooth and silvery. Ideal speciman for background in narrow spaces. […]
Abelia grandiflora ( CommonName Not Available )
An outstanding and durable evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with graceful arching brances. Leaves are dark green, glossy and 1″-2″ long. Many fragrant, small white-with-pink tubular flowers appear all summer. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Excellent cultivars include: Compact: 3 feet to […]
Abelia chinensis ( Chinese Abelia )
Deciduous shrub that reaches 5-7 feet tall and about 8 feet wide. Leaves are dark green, ovate, glossy and 1 to 2 inches long. Many fragrant, small white with pink tubular flowers appear all summer through fall. Attracts butterflies and […]
Twining and Vining
I started thinking about vines when I found a turn-of-the-last-century photograph of my house and noticed that a vine used to climb up the pillar to the right of the front door. At the time, the large front porch, so […]
Gardening Facts on Crocosmia and Sword Lilies
Sometimes a garden needs a bit of intensity. For several years my front borders have been full of soothing pastels, with peaches and pale yellows predominating, accented with lots of white. The result is pleasing, but nothing reinvigorates like a […]
Helpful Lighting Hints for Better Growing Results
Light Intensities: A. For germinating seeds and rooting cuttings: Ten lamp watts per square foot of growing area. The light source should be 6″ to 8″ above the soil or planting media. Recent studies indicate that a high germination percentage […]
10 Home Garden Ideas That You Should Try
The allure of a flourishing home garden is undeniable, offering a sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquility just outside your doorstep. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a small balcony, there are countless creative ways to transform your outdoor […]
Bee-Friendly Plants for Your Landscaping
Reports show that the population of bees has continued to fall, putting food security at risk as they play a crucial role in pollination. The fast population decline can be attributed to the continued use of agricultural chemicals, climate change, […]
Jane Marsh- Environmental Writer
Jane Marsh is an environmental writer and the editor-in-chief for environment.co. She covers sustainable gardening, eco-friendly home habits, and green innovations that make everyday life healthier for both people and the planet.