It does best in rich, loamy soil, but it also will grow in clay and sandy soil. To prevent it from spreading too aggressively, only water the plant in times of prolonged drought. But in very hot temperatures, sweet woodruff might go temporarily dormant. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova It should return once conditions moderate. Fertilizer Sweet woodruff generally requires no feeding. For the amount to use, follow product label instructions....
Heres everything you’re gonna wanna know about keeping this beautifulepiphytic planthappy indoors. While it grows best in dappled sunlight outdoors, indoors it can tolerate some direct sun. It is also a good candidate for mounting if you have some experience in that area. Farknot_Architect / Getty Images Water This orchid features plump pseudo-bulbs which have excellent water storing capabilities. As such, it can tolerate periods of drought and very dry environments and is sensitive to overwatering....
They’re best planted in the early spring. It prefers an acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. In times of warmer weather (above 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit), it may need additional watering. These trees usually grow smaller in cooler climates, with a more shrubby size and shape. Fertilizer Before fertilizing a sweetbay magnolia, perform a soil test. You should only fertilize if you have a soil deficiency....
The leaves have toothed margins. While some people find these fruits ornamental, most dislike them for the mess they cause when they drop. To avoid the mess, look for the non-fruiting cultivarLiquidambar styraciflua’Rotundiloba.' undefined undefined / Getty Images Consider saving them for DIY art projects. American Sweetgum Care American sweetgum trees are best planted in spring. You will have a low-maintenance tree if you grow the ‘Rotundiloba’cultivarof American sweetgum. Catherine McQueen / Getty Images...
Swiss Cheese Plant Care Light Monstera adansonii needsbright but indirect lightto grow. The foliage can burn if it’s exposed to too much direct sun. If direct sunlight is unavoidable, limit its exposure to just two or three hours of morning sun. The Spruce / Cara Cormack Happy, healthy monstera adansonii should have lots of splitting on the leaves. ensure your plant is in a location with bright, indirect light. For strong growth, aim for a soil pH between 5....
This prairie grass has small, teardrop-shaped flower seeds that appear in the summer with purplish-reddish tips. It turns to shades of yellow in the fall and lightens further in the winter. It remains upright unless under heavy snow. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Benefits of Switchgrass This low-maintenance plant is resistant to disease and not bothered by pests. With its spreadingrhizomatous rootsand clump-forming habit, switchgrass is ideal for use in sloped areas prone to erosion....
This cultivar is distinguished by and coveted for its vibrant white and green foliage. Syngonium Albo Care Syngonium albo is a fairly low-maintenance houseplant. Light Providing the right kind and amount of light is key to sustaining syngonium albo variegation. The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong A full day of bright, indirect light is ideal. Bright direct light can burn white leaves, which are weaker and more easily damaged. Not enough light will cause a loss of variegation, with foliage remaining green....
Light Taylor juniper demand no less than full sun. It will show deficits in growth and color in anything less. The beautiful, rich blue-green foliage your tree is known for will appear lackluster in part shade. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Allow the trees to grow into and create the hedge, do not do the work for them. The pH of your soil is another concern, anything lower than 7.0 is great....
Once established, it is an extremely long-lived plant. Certain varieties may show some leaf discoloration in full sun. Generally, four to five hours of direct sun will ensure the heaviest flowering. The Spruce / Krystal Slagle If the soil is too alkaline, useamendments to acidify it. Avoid planting sites with soil that is too wet or perpetually soggy, as this may cause root rot. Newly planted shrubs should be regularly watered for at least the first growing season....
The trunk tends not to grow upright, and the bark is smooth. The seeds, which dry to a deep red color, have been used to make beads for jewelry. It isdeer resistantand tolerant of difficult growing conditions such as clay soil and drought. Florence and Joseph McGinn / Getty Images It’s also loved bypollinatorswho are drawn to its rich fragrance and colorful blossoms. Texas Mountain Laurel Care Texas mountain laurel is fairly low maintenance once established....
EUNBI KIM / iStock / Getty Images Plus Texas Star hibiscusis a striking, easy-to-grow perennial across manyhardiness zones. Learn how to add and care for this exotic beauty in your garden. If the area receives partial shade, there will be fewer blooms and a leggy plant. EUNBI KIM / iStock / Getty Images Plus While it can tolerate wet feet, it performs best in well-draining, slightly acidic soil. During hot, dry periods, supplemental irrigation is needed....
The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Interested in a Thai constellation monstera? You’re in the majority. Low light conditions may cause the plants variegation to revert. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Soil Monstera Thai constellation requiresa soil mixthat is loose, rich in organic materials, and well-draining. How often you should water depends on how much light your plant gets. Monstera Thai constellation is an excellent choice for an indoor greenhouse, especially when its small and becoming established....
It grows thick-walled fruits 1 to 2 inches long and full of seeds. They ripen from green to red at maturity with a Scoville rating of 50,000 to 100,000. At about 1 foot tall, the Thai pepper plant grows well in containers. Lekyum / Getty Images Some of the dozens ofpepper varietiesare sold as ornamentals which also are edible. It’s advisable to wear gloves when working with this hot chili pepper....
