Gardenias are stunning plants native to Africa, Asia, and the South Pacific. As you can expect, most varieties perform best in tropical or subtropical conditions. Usually, gardenias can’t be grown …
Camellias are stunning flowering plants that enrich many gardens in the Southern States. Many people like their magnificent blooms and luxurious evergreen dense foliage. If you dream of getting splashes …
You usually won’t see ‘evergreen magnolia’ and ‘zone 6’ in the same sentence, partly because they can’t tolerate freezing temperatures. However, is it possible to plant evergreen Magnolia in USDA …
The toad lily is a quirky perennial plant with fascinating speckled flowers and spotted foliage. For those who are wondering, toad lily zone 6 is actually viable since it’s cold-hardy …
Growing palm trees in USDA zone 6 can prove to be a challenge since palm trees love tropical climates. Winter temperatures in the region can dip to zero, and sometimes …
Unfortunately, peonies won’t grow successfully in hot areas, including Florida and southern California. Peonies need a long cold period for their winter dormancy and temperatures of 40°F or below. Zone …
Standing 2 to 3 feet tall and 12 inches wide, the Lobelia Vulcan Red is an improvement over Queen Victoria. It creates a dense mound of deep burgundy foliage with …
Blackberries are one of the most beautiful and sweet fruits in the world. They come in many shades of red and black, and each berry has a characteristic shape, size, …
Do you love cucumbers and want to plant them in your Illinois garden this year? If so, you have come to the right place. Today, you will learn which parts …
Do you want to successfully grow potatoes in your Illinois garden this year? If so, you have come to the right place. When many people think of states that grow …