Portulaca is quite a hardy species belonging to the genus Portulacaceae. Though there are close to a hundred species already identified, the most common type grown by many is the Portulaca grandiflora. Portulaca grows eight inches tall, spreads two feet wide when mature, and produces succulent foliage—a clear proof of its drought-tolerance ability. The plant is an ideal … [Read more...] about A Gardener’s Guide to Growing Stunning and Strong Portulaca
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6 Succulent Plants for Hot to Moderate Climate Gardens
Intense sunlight can be brutal and harmful to most plants, causing them to wilt, shrink, and inevitably die off. Some plants, however, are built to withstand such extreme weather conditions. Succulents have heat-resistant, drought-tolerant, and water-retention properties and are highly recommended if you live in an area where the sun rarely takes a day off. Here are 6 succulent … [Read more...] about 6 Succulent Plants for Hot to Moderate Climate Gardens
Don’t Let the Summer Kill Your Garden
Don't let the summer kill your garden! It’s summertime! The temperatures are so hot, some roads are melting. Most people struggle to sleep at night without an air conditioning unit running at full force. And, your consumption of ice cream has tripled over the past few weeks. Every year, it’s the same: Everyone dreamed of summer in January, but now the warm weather has arrived, … [Read more...] about Don’t Let the Summer Kill Your Garden
9 Stunning Drought Resistant Plants to Include in Your Landscape
In this hot season, we worry about the plants in our garden. Can they thrive in dry conditions or would they die off and put all our gardening efforts to waste? What if the season itself is not as much of a problem as the environment? Living in an arid area prone to long seasons of drought can pose a huge challenge to gardeners. The solution is easy...drought resistant … [Read more...] about 9 Stunning Drought Resistant Plants to Include in Your Landscape
Top 7 Garden Trends for 2018 (And How They Add Value)
Are you a seasoned gardener? Or more of a beginner wanting to venture into the world of flora and fauna this new year? Maybe you're neither a veteran nor a novice, but someone who has been able to cultivate a satisfactory level of gardening skills and experience? Whichever category you fall into, before you get down and dirty in your gardens, it's best to check out the top 7 … [Read more...] about Top 7 Garden Trends for 2018 (And How They Add Value)
