Red-Leaved Heuchera Cultivars
There is nothing like the unusual red tones of the reddish Heuchera cultivars. Below is a description of some of the best Heucehra for the southeast U.S.
Caring For Your PlumeriaPlumeria or Frangipani is the source of the beautiful and fragrant Lei flower. These plants are unusually easy to care for and can be grown in almost any climate as long as they are kept out of freezing temperatures. Learn more about this wonderful flowering tree.
Silver & Purple Leaved HeucheraThere is nothing like the stunning contrast provided by the silver and purple leaved Heuchera cultivars. The leaves are usually covered in a silver-gray sheen with purple veins and possibly other colors splashed in too. Below is a description of some of the best for the south.
Solid Purple Leaved Heuchera CultivarsThe solid purple Heuchera cultivars leave most people speechless. They are simply stunning and are great as color opposites for brightly colored plants. Below is a description of some of the best solid purple Heucheras on the market today.
Ruffled-Leaf Heuchera CultivarsThe ruffled Heuchera cultivars add a wonderful textural element to the garden. Below is a description of some of the best ruffled Heuchera for use in humid southern gardens. Check out other articles in our Heuchera series for the description of other Heuchera groups such as yellow or ruffled varieties.
Villosa Hybrid Heuchera CultivarsFor gardeners in the southeast U.S., where humid summers are common, Heuchera cultivars with some villosa blood in them are the best. They can withstand the heat and humidity of the southeast and will perform well for you. Below is a description of the best villosa types. Check out other articles in our Heuchera series for the description of other Heuchera groups such as ruffled or red varieties.
Coral Bells Cultivars for Floral DisplaysSome Coral Bells cultivars provide a great flower show in addition to their charming foliage. The following cultivars make great cut flowers in addition to great garden subjects. Check out other articles in our Heuchera series for the description of other Heuchera groups such as yellow or ruffled varieties.
How To Start Growing Grapes At HomeThese days you can find many people creating their own garden. You maybe surprised to know that many are even growing grapes at home. Grapes are wonderful addition to any garden however; they do have a few special needs to think about before you begin growing. A little bit of planning, and you’ll find yourself with some wonderful tasty grapes.
Orchid Information That Every Orchid Grower Should KnowOrchids are a different breed of plant. Their beauty is simply breathtaking and the flowers that bloom from them are not short of that adjective either. Their colors and scent also bring indescribably joy and happiness to a lot of people.
Tips For Growing Tomatoes in PotsWe seem to have an irrepressible urge to grow tomatoes and who can blame us, fresh, healthy, tasty fruit right on our doorstep. Although relatively easy to grow, they do take a lot of looking after. However, they are one of the things we are able to grow in pots, so garden or not, we can all grow tomatoes!!
When to Buy TopsoilSome gardeners stubbornly refuse to accept that there are times that they will need to buy topsoil for their garden. Many times they are right in saying that compost or even the existing soil will be enough but this is only true if the existing soil is of sufficient quality. Buying topsoil is an absolute must for people whose soil is poor quality.
Tips For Feeding RosesRoses are strong growing plants, making a heavy demand on the food reserves of the soil. A regular programme of manuring must be followed, and it must take the form of a properly balanced diet.