Learn tips to grow these eye-catching and fragrant flowering vines. These sweet and earthy-scented vines can grow up to 30 feet long. Most, but not all, passionflowers produce edible, slightly tart fruits. ​The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Depending on the punch in, passionflowers attract bees, butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds. Learn how to grow a healthy passionflower vine. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Passionflower Care Here are the main care requirements for growing passionflowers....

Is a Pea Gravel Patio Right for You? Read on to learn about pea gravel patio’s pros and cons when considering ahardscaping materialfor your yard. Pea gravel stones are irregular. Hi-Point / Getty Images Though the pieces are the size of peas, they are not uniformly round. Some might be round, while others will be oval or fractured. So, a 100-square-foot pea gravel patio may cost about $1,350 or more....

Amattress cleaning devicecan help or use common home ingredients. You may need to try additional cleaning substances and methods to remove the stain and smell. Choose a breezy, dry day to clean the mattress. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida This will help it dry more quickly. It will help absorb body odors and oils. Vacuuming the baking soda will also remove dust and dust mites. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida...

The companies have long histories and good reputations. And as long as their products are installed properly, they should work well in your home. The Spruce / Danie Drankwalter Both Pella and Andersen windows also are usually worth it in terms of cost. The Spruce / Danie Drankwalter On the flip side, Pella and Andersen windows reviews tend to be relatively positive. Although either company should give you a quality product, there are differences between the two....

Pentas are a great choice for apollinator gardenbecause the nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Pentas Care These are the primary care requirements for growing pentas. Want more gardening tips? Pakin Songmor / Getty Images Planting To add pentas to your landscaping, plant them in the spring. Pentas can also begrown in containers. They look particularly good when several plants are grouped together in a large container or pot....

In northern, cooler climates, it’s a good choice as a permanent lawn. It will go dormant in winter but returns in the spring. Perennial ryegrass is an excellent choice in southern climates aswinter grass. The Spruce / K. Dave It’s often over-seeded to provide color for winter in areas where warm-season species go dormant in the winter. When the heat of the summer returns, perennial ryegrass will die back and make way for warm-season turf....

But most perennials are long-lived, reliably returning year after year for many years if not decades. What Is a Perennial? Perennials are plants that continue to grow for more than two years. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova They include trees, fruits, some vegetables, and ornamental plants valued for their flowers and/or foliage. TheUSDA Hardiness Zoneassigned to each perennial indicates which temperature range suits the plant. Perennials vs. Annuals The lifespan is a key difference between perennials and annuals....

It’s a simple,timeless decorating rulethat helps you combine a color scheme easily. It’s a decorating tool worth following. The concept involves sticking toproportions of colorto give your room a balanced and harmonious look. The Spruce / Caitlin Rogers This color will anchor the space and serve as a backdrop for the other colors you plan to use. It is used half as much as the main color. This color will add pizzazz to your space....

Gazebos also tend to be freestanding, while pergolas are often attached to a primary structure. Read on to learn the other key differences betweenpergolasandgazebos, from cost and value to durability and appearance. What Is a Pergola? Dazey Den What Is a Gazebo? Gazebos are freestanding structures consisting of pillars supporting an enclosed roof system. Mostgazebo designsinclude a floor system, often raised above ground level. Depending on the roof design, pergolas can provide a surprising amount of shade from the sun....

Strobilanthes, also commonly known as Persian shield, is anannual plantor herbaceous perennial, depending on the climate. Persian shield is native to Myanmar, not Persia, as its name implies. It grows best in tropical climates with dappled light, ample moisture, and consistent temperatures above 45F. The Spruce / Anastasiia Tretiak The color can appear a little washed out in full sun. However, when grown indoors, it needs plenty of bright lighteven some direct sunto keep its color....

The black cardinal, like all philodendrons, is toxic to humans and pets. For convenience, pick a ready-made aroid mix. Alternatively, make your own blend. The Spruce / Cori Sears A strict watering schedule isnt a good strategy. Instead, test the soil with your finger to measure when your plant is ready for watering. Don’t soak the leaves, as this promote fungasl diseases. Temperature and Humidity The philodendron black cardinal is a hybrid originating from tropical rainforest native species....

@howsitgoingfronds/ Instagram Philodendron dark lordis a tropical houseplant beloved for its striking dark foliage and low-maintenance nature. It is a hybrid of the stunningphilodendron imperial red, and its care and temperament is very similar. Warning Note that, like otherPhilodendronspecies, philodendron dark lord can be toxic to people and pets. @howsitgoingfronds/ Instagram Soil Plant thisPhilodendronin an airy, well-draining soil mix that is slightly acidic. If you are not sure about when to water, use amoisture meter....

Mokjc / Getty Images The philodendron plowmanii is a relative newcomer in the botany world. This rare philodendron is prized for its large, heart-shaped, textured leaves and unique coloring. Its petioles have a light pink hue while its roots boast a stunning red color. Mokjc / Getty Images Heres everything you gotta know about how to grow and care for the philodendron plowmanii indoors. To replicate these conditions at home,bright to medium indirect lightis best....