Mandevilla
Mandevilla care and tips Mandevilla belongs to a large family that also includes plants that were formerly known as Dipladenia. It was named after a British diplomat/gardener Henry Mandeville. This exotic plant bears trumpet shaped…
Growing cucumbers
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. There are a number of varieties ranging from green slicers, small picklers, light green, yellow and white, not to mention the “burpless” cultivars and novelty dwarf bush…
Bougainvillea care
Bougainvillea, also referred to as Paper flower is a native of Brazil and belongs to the Nyctaginaceae family. This tropical climber is ideal for hanging baskets and grown in containers where it can cascade its…
Morning Glory vine
If you need to cover a trellis or fence in a short amount of time consider planting annual vines. They provide a vertical interest to a garden, add privacy and shade, block the wind, and…
Climbing Hydrangea
Climbing hydrangea Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris known as Climbing Hydrangea is considered the best of vines. This attractive climber grows a cinnamon exfoliating bark with deep glossy green foliage. It produces a waterfall of fragrant…
Grow Hops
Growing hops In recent years the popularity of microbreweries and home brewing has been on the increase. Unfortunately, due to less production and higher demand, the rising shortage of hops has increased the cost of…
Winterize Mandevilla
I currently have a beautiful Mandevilla and would like to preserve it for the winter months. any tips? There are many varieties of Mandevillas, including varieties formerly known as Dipladenia. The old fashioned variety Mandevilla…
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