The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is a well-knownperennial plantthat is commonly associated with fields of blooming lavender and sun-drenched gardens. In the proper conditions, lavender will thrive as a houseplant. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Can You Grow Lavender Indoors? Lavender is not a traditional houseplant, but that doesn’t mean it won’t succeed if grown indoors. There are more than 450 varieties of lavender. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova...

The Spruce / Steven Merkel Lemon cucumbers(Cucumis sativus ‘Lemon’) resemble alemonin size and color. They are mild and sweet with a cool, crispy texture ideal for salads and pickling. If your garden beds are large enough, space plants 36 to 90 inches apart. The Spruce / Steven Merkel Maintain a slightly acidicsoil pHof 6.5 to 7.0 (neutral). Water Well-draining soil will prevent rot of germinating seeds and the roots of developing plants....

Its inviting scent makes this tree a great pick for landscaping. However, this narrow, columnar evergreen tree is more than a lemon-scented holiday plant for indoors. Lemon Cypress Care One of the great things aboutC. The Spruce / Missy Schrott macrocarpaGoldcrest is that it is an easy plant to care for. Light Lemon trees require a good amount of light. Outdoors, a lemon cypress tree should be planted in full sun to partial shade....

This fragrant Mediterranean herb is popular in cooking. The aesthetic appeal and the many uses of lemon thyme ingarden designare reason enough to plant this aromatic treasure. Using lemon thyme in a garden can bring interest and appeal in various ways. The Spruce / Almar Creative Soil When considering ideal soil conditions for lemon thyme, consider its native conditions. In thymes case, this would be the dry, sandy, rocky limestone mountainsides of the Mediterranean....

Be aware there are often sharp thorns on the twigs of the tree. Lemon trees are toxic to animals. Selecting a Planting Site Choose a well-draining spot in full sun for a lemon tree. The Spruce / Kara Riley There should be no standing water on the site because lemon trees do not like soggy conditions. The site should be sheltered from wind and other natural elements. Dig a hole twice as wide and deep as the root ball....

Enhance the scent of your garden with this tropical shrub. Its leaves can be used fresh or harvested anddried for future use. Set your plants out at the same time you planttomatoes,coleus, and other warm-weather lovers. The Spruce / Randi Rhoades It grows quickly and yields the most intense flavor in full sun. Situate your lemon verbena plants where a neighboring tree or building won’t shade them. While this herb is edible by humans, it is toxic to horses, dogs, and cats....

Lenten rose thrives in partial sun to shady conditions. Plant it in moist, neutral-to-alkaline, rich soil with good drainage. Lenten rose cannot tolerate high temperatures. The Spruce / Kara Riley Lenten rose is toxic to humans and pets. Lenten Rose Care Lenten rose is one of theeasiest plants to grow. They do best when they receive sun in winter but full to partial shade in summer. The Spruce / Kara Riley...

How to Plant Lentils Lentils are easy to grow and very hardy. Young plants can tolerate light frost. Plants will likely be shorter if sown later, and pods will mature later and less prolifically. Mathia Coco / Getty Images Selecting a Planting Site This plant needs full sun and grows well nearcucumbersandsummer savory. They like loamy, acidic soil but can grow in alkaline soil too. Do not plant where other legumes have grown in recent years or with onions or garlic....

This tropical plant grows best in warm, moist soils and prefers a shady spot. Note that leopard plant is toxic to people and pets. Leopard Plant Care Leopard plant is an excellent choice for shady spots. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova As a houseplant, it tolerates indirect and low-light conditions. Soil Leopard plant requires a rich, humus-heavy soil that is consistently moist, even wet. It tolerates a range of pH levels, from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline....

The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Leyland cypressis a cross between Monterey cypress and Nootka false cypress. Leyland cypress can be slightly toxic to humans and animals. It grows best in open, sunny conditions or partially shaded areas. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova However, dense, wet soils are a prescription for root rot, which is usually fatal. This can be divided into two equal waterings each week during the active growing season....

It has highly unusual flower heads featuring tiny and colorful star-like blossoms arranged around a long upright bottlebrush spire. These are prairie plants in their native habitat, so the more sun, the better they will perform. Very rich soils may require that you stake the plants, as the stalks can be a bit floppy. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Blazing star prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil pH. Heavy clay can cause root rot, especially in winter, if the soil doesn’t drain well....

Thiswarm-zone, drought-tolerant shrubthrives in a sunny spot with well-draining soil. A partial shade position might be appreciated when the afternoon sun is particularly intense. This makes them an ideal choice forwater-wise landscapes. skymoon13 / Getty Images This might mean watering around every two to three weeks during those hot summer months. Take care not to overwatersoggy soils are a no-no and a common killer. Temperature and Humidity Licorice plants are lovers of dry heat....

Commonlilac bushes(Syringa vulgaris)are deciduous shrubs native to Europe that can grow as bushes or trees. TheSyringagenus includes 12 species of flowering woody plants in the olive family. These are all known as lilacs. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova While the blooms only last a few weeks, they will appear again next year. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Lilac Care Once theyre established, lilacs dont require much maintenance. Adhering to a few important needs will enable them to thrive....