Monkshood is a tall herbaceous perennial with striking blue-purple flowers. But this plant has a dark side – it is highly poisonous and can have fatal consequences if ingested, so it can be useful to know how to get rid of Monkshood. Care must be taken during removal! To get rid of Monkshood you must … Read more
Spider mites are a menace to plants generally, but are particularly fond of munching on the flesh of Succulents and Cacti. Spider mites tend to thrive in dry and arid places, and therefore plants that don’t need a lot of watering are an ideal target for these tiny pests. They also start breeding at temperatures … Read more
The Syngonium Three Kings (botanical name: Syngonium Podophyllum) is a fast growing, low-maintenance plant. Syngonium is known by several names including Arrowhead Vine, Arrowhead Plant, Arrowleaf Plant, American Evergreen, and Goosefoot. Arrowhead Vines are a plant collector’s dream because there are many varieties, and each one has its own special character and personality. If you’re … Read more
If you’re getting ready for the spring sowing season, you need to know how to tell if dahlia tubers are dead. Planting a dead tuber is a waste of time, space and it won’t produce any flowers. Dahlias have tuberous roots that store enough energy and food at the end of the season to survive … Read more