Our discussions on tender and hardy plants have led us to another category of plants called half-hardy. As with all plants, initially, these plants are categorized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as hardy in certain zones. But often, these plants perform outside of the set parameters, which causes them to be identified as half-hardy. … More WHAT ARE HALF-HARDY PLANTS?
But, in general, look for silk plants with durable plastic and latex materials because they have the most realistic detail. This includes plants with all green foliage or those with flowers too. Make sure the leaves and flower petals vary in shape, size, and color instead of being the same. Also, ensure plant stems, bark, … More HOW TO CHOOSE ARTIFICIAL PLANTS
Pots Most people wouldn’t consider pots a garden treasure. But these ordinary plant holders can bring dimension, color, and character to your landscape. They can also be used for more than just holding plants for display. Pots are beautiful to display, even empty. They come in various shapes, sizes, and finishes. Pots are a great … More SERIES: TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN – #5 | POTS
Snapdragons Snapdragons seem to be the best-kept secret for winter gardens. We say this because not many winter gardens have these beautiful, dainty little flowers. So, we had to shed some light on this well-kept secret. Traditionally, snapdragons are considered short-lived tender perennials but have evolved with breeders producing many variations over the years. Snapdragons … More SNAPDRAGONS
We love live plants at GL365, whether indoors or out. So, when we can decorate with them, we do! But we know the fear of killing live plants prevents some people from using them. Their alternative is to go without plant decor or invest in artificial plants as a substitute. While faux plants have a … More HOW TO DECORATE WITH ARTIFICIAL PLANTS
QUESTION FROM READER: What plants do you recommend for the fall and winter seasons? GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, We like getting the most bang for our buck when selecting plants. That’s why we start with a foundation of hardy perennial plants and work in other plants from there. With that said, we recommend plants that … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (February Edition)
As a reminder from our 2022 announcements, we will highlight different flowers on the first Tuesday of each month. Each post will review flowers that are plantable during the current season. So, look out for our posts over the next couple of months showcasing cool-season flowers! Pansies! We couldn’t think of a better flower to … More PANSIES
It’s a challenge trying to decide which plants to protect during winter. This is especially true if you live in an unpredictable climate like the southern part of the United States. Temperatures can change quickly and unexpectedly, with the potential to cause irreversible damage to your plants. But having accurate knowledge about which plants are … More WHAT IS A TENDER PLANT VERSUS A HARDY PLANT?