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Mayapple Plant Information Mayapple plants in gardens are grown primarily for their deeply cut, umbrella-like leaves. The blooming period is short, lasting only two to three weeks in mid to late spring. The flowers, which resemble apple blossoms and typically appear in May (hence the name), aren’t usually numerous, and although they are attractive in their own right, they are usually hidden under the big, showy leaves. The low-growing foliage remains attractive until it dies down in late summer....

When Do Lychee Trees Fruit? Probably the most obvious answer to why a lychee isn’t fruiting is timing. As with every fruiting tree, the time must be right. Lychee trees don’t begin producing fruit for 3-5 years from planting – when grown from cuttings or grafting. Trees grown from seed, may take up to 10-15 years to fruit. So a lack of fruit may just mean the tree is too young....

About Narcissus Paperwhite Bulbs Paperwhites are native to the Mediterranean region. They produce daffodil-like white blooms on slender stems 1 to 2 feet (31-61 cm.) tall. Each stem produces four to eight flowers that are typically an inch (2.5 cm.) wide and snowy white. The bulbs prefer warm temperatures of at least 70 degrees F. (21 C.) during the day and 60 degrees F. (16 C.) at night. The flowers are not hardy in freezing temperatures and are only suitable in USDA zones 8 to 10....

Types of Peanut Varieties There are four main types of peanut plants grown in the United States: runner peanuts, Virginia peanuts, Spanish peanuts, and Valencia peanuts. While we are all probably familiar with Spanish peanuts, they actually only account for about 4% of the peanut crops grown in the U.S. The most commonly grown type of peanut plants are runner peanuts, which make up about 80% grown. Virginia peanuts account for 15% and Valencia peanuts contribute to only 1% to the U....

Types of Peperomias More than 1,000 types of Peperomias exist, but not all are cultivated and grown for distribution to the public. Plant collectors may have an unusual variety, as may arboretums or indoor displays at botanical gardens. Several types of Peperomia houseplants can brighten your indoor displays. Following are some of the most widely available types of Peperomias: Emerald Ripple Peperomia: Heart shaped leaves and foliage texture similar to a waffle make growing Peperomia caperata a pleasure....

Plant Care for Daphne Daphne plants are winter to late spring bloomers suited for USDA zones 7 to 9. They have a very slow growth rate and are evergreen in all but the coolest climates. On average, a species of daphne will grow 3 to 4 feet (1-1.2 m.) tall with a 4-foot (1.2-m.) spread. They have a mounding form and thick leathery sword-shaped leaves. The plants do not tolerate moving, so you should be sure about their location at installation....

How to Grow Alfalfa Plant Easily grown and propagated, alfalfa adapts well to nearly any garden, tolerating a wide range of growing conditions. It makes a good drought-resistant plant too, as it doesn’t like wet feet. In fact, too much moisture can lead to mold growth. When growing alfalfa, choose an area with plenty of full sun. Also look for a well-draining area with a soil pH level between 6.8 and 7....

Gardening Ideas for Patio Surroundings Natural beauty: Surround your patio with a few small beds, fill them with shrubs and flowers, then sit back and watch the birds and butterflies as you relax. Raised beds and planters also work well. Year-round green: An evergreen screen will provide privacy, and will remain green and lovely year-round. For instance, consider Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis), arborvitae, or cedar. Japanese garden juniper (Juniperus procumbens) is another beautiful, low-growing shrub....

Succulent Soil Needs Outdoors Outdoor succulent soil needs vary from area to area, but the best plant performance comes from soil with amended drainage. Learning how to prepare the soil for a succulent garden depends on how much moisture your climate gets and protecting succulent roots. Keeping roots dry is your goal, so whatever works best in your area is the best soil for your succulent garden. You can use the soil you’ve dug from your garden bed as a base for outdoor succulent soil, then add amendments....

Read on for information about propagating deodar cedar seeds, and get tips on how to collect deodar cedar seeds. How to Collect Deodar Cedar Seeds If you want to grow your own cedar tree, it’s time to learn about deodar cedar seed planting. Keep in mind that cedar can reach 70 feet (21 m.) tall with spreading branches and is only appropriate for large backyards. The first step in growing one is getting the seeds....

When to Prune a Smoke Tree Trimming smoke trees can be done in late winter or very early spring. As a general rule, pruning smoke trees for shape is done in very early spring when the plant is still mostly dormant and the process will create less stress. Summer flowering trees such as smoke trees need to be pruned before flower buds have shown. The rule for pruning deciduous flowering plants states that if it flowers after June 1, like the smoke bush, you need to prune in early spring....

About Potting a Garden Plant The above reasons are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to transplanting from ground to pot. The seasons may be changing, and you wish to change your garden décor with them, or a plant may not be doing well in its current location. A change of scenery might be in order or on a whim, with the gardener deciding that “plant A” would look better in a pot or maybe in another corner of the garden....

Are Citrus Trees Salt Tolerant? As previously mentioned, citrus trees vary in their salt tolerance but most rank rather sensitive to salinity, particularly on their foliage. Citrus can tolerate up to 2,200 to 2,300 ppm of salt on their root systems, but a moderate 1,500 ppm of salt sprayed on their leaves can kill them. Scientists are, however, working on developing salt-resistant citrus trees but, at this juncture, there are none on the market....

Spider Plant Fertilizer Spider plants are hardy plants that thrive in less than optimal conditions. Plants form tight rosettes of leaves with dangling plantlets hanging from long stems of up to 3 feet (1 m.). While they prefer bright light, they tend to scorch in direct sunlight and are perfect for lower-lit abodes and offices. They do not like temperatures below 50 degrees F. (10 C.) or cold drafts. To care for your spider plant, be sure it is planted in a well-draining, well-aerating potting medium....

The string of nickels plant is native to tropical regions of India, Asia, and Australia. Also called the button orchid, they are a type of epiphyte or air plant. In their natural setting, string of nickels grow on branches or tree trunks and rocky terrain. Growing String of Nickels in the Home or Office As a vining succulent, string of nickels makes an attractive and easy-to-care-for hanging basket. The cascading vines can grow quite long as they trail down over the edge of the pot....

All About Sunny Japanese Gardens If you’re considering creating a Japanese garden in your sunny yard or sun-drenched bed, you’ll need the right plants. But there is much more to this style of garden than simply plant choice. These are some of the elements you may want to include along with the full sun Japanese plants: Streamline plantings and pay attention to space between plants. Don’t overcrowd plants — minimalism is key....

How to Grow a Silver Lace Vine Growing silver lace vines is easy. Plants can be started with 6 inch (15 cm.) tip cuttings taken in the spring or early summer. Prepare a planting mix of half sand and half perlite. Water the planting medium thoroughly and poke a hole for the cutting with your finger. Arch a piece of sturdy wire over the top of the pot. Remove the leaves from the lower two-thirds of the cutting and dip the cut end in rooting hormone....

Ivy leaf geranium spills from window boxes on picturesque Swiss cottages, sporting attractive foliage and perky blossoms. Ivy leaf geraniums, Pelargonium peltatum, are not as common in the United States as their relative, the popular Zonal geranium. As more gardeners plant them, however, and see the beautiful and bountiful blooms appear, growing ivy geraniums may soon become a common gardening delight. Trailing Geranium Ivy Plants More than 75 different commercial cultivars of trailing geranium ivy are becoming more widely available to the home gardener in this country....

Aralia Plant Information There are various types of Aralia to choose from. Some of these include: California spikenard (A. californica) is one of the most popular types of aralias. Also known as elk clover, this West Coast native reaches heights and widths of 4 to 10 feet (1 to 3 m.). This species is marked by its spiky white blooms and long, divided leaves that turn a warm golden-yellow in autumn....

Almost all types of snapdragon grown in gardens are cultivars of the common snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus). Snapdragon variations within Antirrhinum majus include differences in plant size and growth habit, flower type, flower color, and foliage color. Many wild snapdragon species also exist, though they are rare in gardens. Snapdragon Plant Varieties Snapdragon plant types include tall, mid-size, dwarf, and trailing plants. Tall types of snapdragon are 2.5 to 4 feet (0....