Peace Lily Flowers: Spathes, Spikes and Leaves
A peace lily's white display is a spathe around a flower spike. Look at both structures when comparing it with other broad-leaved houseplants. White palm is white? Of course, the name of the white palm…
Flowers and plants
Asparagus Fern Bonsai: Shapes and Container Displays
Asparagus fern displays use fine foliage and pot shape to create a miniature landscape. Compare the stem lines and empty space around each planting. Wenzhu's branches are soft and plasticity, which can be made into…
Ten Flowers in Chinese Garden Culture
Flowers celebrated in Chinese garden culture include plants with very different habits. Read the cultural list alongside each plant's own growing needs. King of Flower - Peony The peony ornamental part is mainly a flower,…
Wenzhu and Asparagus Fern: Name, Form and Gift Meaning
Wenzhu is commonly discussed as a fine-textured ornamental plant. When a name is translated through several languages, a botanical label provides a better starting point than a literal English translation alone. A fern-like plant, not…
Iris Meaning: A Flower Dictionary, Painting and Personal Messages
An iris can carry a personal message, appear as the subject of a painting or have an entry in a historical flower dictionary. These are different kinds of meaning. Naming the source helps avoid turning…
African Jasmine Care: Confirm the Plant and Growing Conditions
A plant sold as African jasmine should not automatically receive true jasmine care. Ask for its botanical name and assess the conditions around the actual pot. Clarify what African jasmine means on the label African…
Does African Jasmine Flower? Identity and Growing Conditions
African jasmine is a common name that needs checking. Confirm the plant's identity before using a promised flowering age or calendar to judge a non-flowering specimen. Confirm which plant you own African jasmine is a…
Potted Cordyline Problems: Light, Moisture and Leaves
A struggling potted cordyline needs a check of its roots and position. Compare new leaves with older ones before changing several care conditions. Soil and drainage Potted Zhuanani acidic soil should and use mixed cultured…
Crown of Thorns Care in a Container
Crown of Thorns needs a draining root zone and enough light. Keep the container stable and take care around the spiny stems when moving it. Crown of thorns needs light and drainage Euphorbia milii grows…
Crown of Thorns Flowers: Form and Garden Associations
Crown of Thorns is recognized by spiny stems and colorful bracts. Its garden symbolism is separate from the practical details needed to identify the plant. Tiger thistle Stubborn and firm, gentle and loyal, brave and…
Living Room Plants: Space, Placement and Practical Care
Living room plants need light, space and access for care. Judge a position by growing conditions rather than choosing a large pot for appearance alone. Plan around the room Choose positions with enough light and…
Crown of Thorns Forms: Bracts, Leaves and Stems
Crown of Thorns forms vary in bract color and plant shape. Compare the leaves and stems as well as the colored parts surrounding the tiny flowers. White flower tiger This is the product of the…