Growing Lespedeza (Bush Clover)

Growing Lespedeza (Bush Clover) Pronunciation: less-ped-eezuh Fast-growing, medium-sized shrubs with loosely upright, arching stems and fine-textured foliage. Bush Clover provides a long lasting, l

Growing Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus)

Growing Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Lemon grass is an easy-going tropical plant that is quite happy in full sun and average garden soil. It is a tender perennial, hardy only in Zones 9-10. Where temper

Growing Lemon Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest Wilma')

Growing Lemon Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest Wilma') The lemony fragrance and golden yellow-to-chartreuse coloring of this Dwarf Evergreen make it an outstanding choice for containers.LIG

Growing Nephrolepis (Lemon Button Fern)

Growing Nephrolepis (Lemon Button Fern) Known as the Lemon Button Fern, Nephrolepis cordifolia Duffii prefers bright, indirect or filtered light indoors, evenly moist soil, and air that is not dry (see below

Growing Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

Growing Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) A productive member of the Mint family, Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is easy to grow in full sun to partial shade and average to even poor, well-drained soil. Wat

Planting and Harvesting Your Leeks

Planting and Harvesting Your Leeks UPON RECEIPT. You have received live plants that should be planted as soon as possible. If you are unable to plant them right away, remove them from the box and put the

Growing Leeks

Growing Leeks Leeks taste milder and sweeter than onions or garlic and are easier to digest. They also keep well in the ground and can be harvested year-round in mild climates.You have received live plants (

Growing Lavatera (Tree Mallow)

Growing Lavatera (Tree Mallow) Pronunciation: lav-ah-ter-ahFull sun (afternoon shade is recommended in the South). Average garden soil. Has shrubby tendencies; wait until spring to prune away stems kill

Growing Lavender ('Goodwin Creek Grey')

Growing Lavender ('Goodwin Creek Grey') LIGHT: To keep its lovely silver coloring and to produce spikes of dark blue flowers from spring to fall, Lavender Goodwin Creek Grey demands a sunny south w

Growing Lavender (Lavandula)

Growing Lavender (Lavandula) Get My Free Gardening eBook By entering your email you will receive a link via email to downlo

Growing Lathyrus vernus (Spring Vetchling)

Growing Lathyrus vernus (Spring Vetchling) Pronunciation: lath-ih-rus Grown for its showy pea-like flowers, Lathyrus vernus is native across Europe to Turkey and Siberia. The flowers are followed by fla

Growing Lantana (Lantana)

Growing Lantana (Lantana) Pronunciation: lan-taynuh Full sun (or partial shade in the South) and well-drained soil. Tolerates drought. Excellent in containers and hanging baskets. Put one plant in

Growing Laburnum (Golden Chain Tree)

Growing Laburnum (Golden Chain Tree) Pronunciation: lah-bur-numPlant in full sun (partial shade in the South) and moist but well-drained soil. Pruning, which is rarely required, should be performed afte

Growing Kolkwitzia (Beautybush)

Growing Kolkwitzia (Beautybush) PRONUNCIATION: kol-kwit-zee-ahDense, twiggy, fountain-shaped shrub with tubular flowers in late May. Often seen in fine gardens planted in the 30s and 40s, this reliable

Growing Shrimp Plant (Justicia brandegeeana)

Growing Shrimp Plant (Justicia brandegeeana) Place your Shrimp Plant in bright, indirect light. Hot afternoon sun can fade the unusual flower bracts that give this plant its name. Water when the top 1/2 inch

Growing Talinum 'Limon' (Jewels of Opar)

Growing Talinum 'Limon' (Jewels of Opar) Jewels-of-Opar sparkles with lime green foliage and wiry stems of tiny hot pink flowers, followed by bronzy red, little, round seedpods.Light/Watering: Grow

Growing Jasmine Plants

Growing Jasmine Plants Pronunciation: jaz-mee-numThe cultural requirements of Jasmine (Jasminum polyanthum) are simple but exacting. When your plant arrives, put it in a cool room and set it in a window

Growing Sciadopitys (Japanese Umbrella Pine)

Growing Sciadopitys (Japanese Umbrella Pine) Pronunciation: sigh-uh-dopih-tiss Sciadopitys verticillata, known as Japanese Umbrella Pine, is a unique evergreen that grows on steep, forested sites i

Growing Japanese Sago Palm (Cycas revolute)

Growing Japanese Sago Palm (Cycas revolute) Japanese Sago Palm, a handsome Cycad, is an attractive ornamental throughout the world in tropical or Mediterranean-like climates. In this country, it is hardy to

Growing Itea virginica (Sweetspire)

Growing Itea virginica (Sweetspire) Pronunciation: it-ee-ah This popular shrub, known for its fragrant flowers, is found in woodlands and along stream banks growing in the wild. It is one of the easiest