by Megan | Aug 17, 2026 | Plant Facts
Today’s plant of the week is Papyrus, also known as Paper reed or Nile grass. Our modern English word paper comes directly from the word Papyrus, which ancient Egyptians used to write on. They also used parts of the plant to make boats, rope, sandals, and mats....
by Megan | Aug 11, 2026 | Plant Facts
Our Plant of the Week is the Yucca! Known for its bold, architectural look, Yucca is a tough and versatile plant that can handle some serious heat and drought! Did you know? Yucca plants are ancient, dating back to the Paleocene epoch, and there are around 40–50...
by Megan | Aug 3, 2026 | Plant Facts
It’s August and our plant of the week today is the Drift Rose! We’re trimming Drift and Knockout Roses right now to encourage new blooms in the fall. Drift Roses were originally bred by the Meilland International French rose-breeding family. This variety of rose grows...
by Megan | Jul 29, 2026 | Landscape, Plant Facts
If you have Knock Out roses, now is the time for their second trim of the year. We recommend trimming them twice a year: once around February and again in August. This time of year, your roses usually get a little tall and leggy. Don’t be afraid to cut them back...
by Megan | Jul 28, 2026 | Plant Facts
Our plant of the week is The Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae). Its vibrant blooms earned their name because they resemble colorful birds in flight! Did you know? When a sunbird lands on the flower’s sturdy, boat-shaped bloom, its weight opens the flower and...
