Aspidistra elatior
Easily grown as a houseplant in St. Louis because, among other things, it tolerates a wide range of temperatures, does not require a humid atmosphere, may be grown in low light, will tolerate less than regular watering and is easily maintained. ... [... more]
Missouri Botanical Garden |
Amaryllis Queen of Hearts
Features: Huge white blooms with a kiss of deep pink Expect 4 to 6 flowers per stem and multiple stems, 22-26" tall Excellent for indoor flowers, easy care Extra large 30-32+ cm bulbs for more blooms Flowers 30-45 days from planting indoors Color: [... more]
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Impatiens
Impatiens are easy to grow and bloom well in shade. Regular watering is an important factor in growing good plants. Fertilize occasionally during the growing season. Some varieties are more tolerant of sun. The plants grow to a height of from 6 ... [... more]
Old House Web |
How to Water a Bonsai Tree
The leading cause of death in bonsai trees is dehydration. The plants become dehydrated either because they are not watered enough or watered incorrectly. If you own bonsai trees, then it is important to keep up a regular watering routine. Your ... [... more]
eHow |
Annual Garden for Shade
Brighten shady spots in your garden with these easy and reliable annuals. Annuals can make a shady spot sparkle. To keep lots of color all summer, heavy feeding and regular watering is beneficial. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers but supply plenty ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Agave americana - Century Plant, American Aloe
Century plant gets big in its native habitat but as a house plant is not so large. Full sun is the best light exposure. The plant requires regular watering in summer but is kept drier during the winter. Century plant is slow grower that seldom ... [... more]
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Agave attenuata
Winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-12 where it grows best in a sandy/gritty, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Tolerates poor soils. Also tolerates dry soils and drought, but appreciates regular watering. Plant leaves will ... [... more]
Missouri Botanical Garden |
How to Cut Down on Container Watering
From The Family Handyman About the only drawback to container gardens is the need to water them frequently. Plant drought-tolerant plants such as moss roses, herbs, marigolds, cupflower, and sedum. But even these need regular watering while ... [... more]
Reader's Digest |
Amaryllis Ruby Meyer
Features: Unusual slim red flowers with chartreuse ribs Expect 4 to 6 flowers per stem and multiple stems, 18-24" tall Excellent for indoor flowers, easy care Large 24-28+ cm bulbs for more blooms; this variety doesn't produce giant bulbs Flowers in [... more]
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Amaryllis White Christmas
Features: Crisp white blooms with kiwi throats Expect 4 to 6 flowers per stem and multiple stems, 22-26" tall Excellent for indoor flowers, easy care Extra large 30-32+ cm bulbs for more blooms Flowers 30-45 days from planting indoors Color: white [... more]
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Pink Knockout Rose
Features: Trade 1 gallon pot AARS Winner 2000 Drought and disease resistant Shipped in bud/bloom (based on seasonality) Great Garden Rose: This is a work-horse of a shrub rose. It will reliably bloom its heart out from late spring well into fall, and [... more]
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Phal. bellina (violacea)
Features: summer blooming species Very Fragrant Package Quantity: 1 [... more]
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