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The Best Way to Care for Caladium Plants

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Hey plant parent family! Let me tell you a tale of a plant so bold and bright that it will make your eyes pop like a pirate’s treasure. It’s called the Caladium, and it’s a tropical wonder that will add a splash of color to any garden or indoor space. First, let’s talk about its appearance. The Caladium has large, heart-shaped leaves that come in a range of colors, from deep greens to vibrant pinks and reds. Some even have a speckled or marbled pattern that looks like it was painted by an artistic octopus. These leaves are so mesmerizing that you’ll want to stare at them all day long. But don’t let its beauty fool you, matey. Caladium is a tough cookie that can handle a variety of conditions. It likes warm temperatures and high humidity, which makes it perfect for tropical climates or indoor spaces with a humidifier.…

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The Best Way to Care for a Dracaena Plant

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Hey, plant parents! Have you met the Dracaena plant? Do you have a Dracaena plant? Let me tell you how dope these plants are and why you need one. The Dracaena is named after a female dragon, “drakaina”. This plant is too cool. The Dracaena family has over a hundred species. That means you have a bunch of these and none of them will look the same!! We love a good amount of variety. They can even come in various shapes and colors, and you would be surprised how different they can be. One of the most common types is the Dracaca you can find long dark green leaves. On the other hand, the cousin, the Madagascar dragon tree, will have thin green leaves with red borders. You absolutely need one because this plant is great for any space. I love them because I have the worst allergies and they…

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What You Need to Know To Care For A Janet Craig

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What is a Janet Craig Dracaena Plant? Dracaena (Janet Craig) is a genus of about 120 species of trees and succulent shrubs. In the APG IV classification system, it is placed in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Nolinoideae. It has also formerly been separated into the family Dracaenaceae or placed in the Agavaceae..- Wikipedia What does Janet Craig Dracaena Plant look like? Dracaena fragrans, called “corn plant,” has thick brown stems and green leaves (often with a yellow stripe down the middle) that look like those of a corn plant. Dracaena deremensis is a sturdy type that has thinner leaf blades than Dracaena fragrans; popular varieties include Janet Craig and Limelight.- Miracle Grow How to Care for the Janet Craig Dracaena Plant? In low light, allow the soil dry completely before watering. Water your plant less in the winter, when light levels are lower and growth has slowed. Cool temperature…

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Setcreasea Plant Bio

What is a Setcreasea? “Setcreasea is a native of central-southern Mexico and makes an easy-to-grow colorful groundcover in each of its several forms. The colorful plants creep along the ground on lax stems and produce small but attractive light lavender, butterfly-attracting flowers. This weeping tendency can be put to good use in the garden if you let your setcreasea cascade over a wall, or plant it in a sloping bed. Setcreasea grows well in sun or part shade, but its coloration is best in full sun. Setcreasea is drought-tolerant, but looks best with regular watering. If your setcreasea gets overgrown, tattered or spindly, don’t hesitate to cut it back. The best time to prune is right after the flowering stops. The purple, deer-resistant leaves of setcreasea pair well with rudbeckia, daisies, daylilies, elephant ears, or any other white/yellow colored perennial. When you’re ready to buy setcreasea (purple heart wandering Jew)…

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Croton Petra Plant Bio

What is a Croton Petra? The croton ‘Petra’ (Codiaeum variegatum ‘Petra’) is an evergreen shrub native to southern Asia and the western Pacific islands. It prefers hot, humid weather and grows only in U. S. Department of Agriculture zones 9b through 11. In other climates, croton can be grown in containers and kept indoors during cold weather. This distinctive, variegated plant needs special care to stay healthy in all climate zones. – G.D. Palmer at SF Gate What do Croton Petra’s look like? The vibrant-colored plant comes in a variety of leaf shapes and colors. The leaves on the croton petra can be short, long, twisted, thin, thick, and several of these combined. This is a diverse plant!!! Even the colors can go from greens, yellows, reds, oranges, creams, pinks, and blacks or it can even be a combination of all these. There is a croton for everybody!!! How to Care…

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Easter Lily Plant Bio

What is an Easter Lily? The Easter lily (Lilium longiflorum) is a perennial bulb with large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers and wonderful fragrance. Often known as the trumpet lily among gardeners, this plant is called the Easter lily in its role as a traditional Easter-time treat. Roughly 95 percent of the 11.5 million Eater Lilies sold each year are grown by one of a handful of growers located along the border of California and Oregon, an area labeled the “Easter Lily Capital of the World.” – Marie Iannotti at The Spruce What do Easter Lillies look like? Easter lilies have beautiful white flowers that look like the speaker on an old crank tune record player or as most people see them trumpets. Some call these particular lilies, trumpet lilies. The insides of the Easter Lily are yellowish and their stamens are golden. Typically, the plants will have two to six of the flowers with…

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