1453 – Horsehair Worms
Horsehair worms, also known as Gordian worms, are a startling oddity, usually spotted during summer rainy periods. They are a thin worm from four to 14 inches long and range in color from brown to clear yellow or white. They are normally found near ponds, streams, birdbaths, pet water dishes and livestock watering troughs. These […]
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1328 – Spider Plant
What are spider plants? The common houseplants Chlorophytum comosum go by the common names of “spider plant” or “airplane plant.” They are typically grown and sold in hanging baskets. The plants fill the baskets with graceful, thin strap-like leaves. In response to the shorter day lengths of fall, mature plants will send out long branches […]
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1337 – Snake Plant
No matter the common name used, “snake plant” or “mother-in-law’s tongue”, this succulent houseplant has earned a reputation for being tough. Its stiff, upright sword-shaped leaves make Sansevieria trifasciata a popular vertical accent in houseplant groupings. It prefers a warm location with medium to bright indirect light but will adapt to low light conditions. In […]
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1326 – Rubber Plant
Rubber plants (Ficus elastica) hail from Southeast Asia and in their native habitat can grow to be 50 foot high trees. As a house plant their height is considerably less and will fit into most any home or office environment. This houseplant has broad, leathery leaves and a tree-like habit that provides a bold focal […]
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1348 – Orchid: Cymbidium
Cymbidium orchids are native to tropical Asia and Australia. Known as the hardiest of orchids, they have long yellow-green arching foliage. The blossom size and number of flowers vary by variety, ranging from an inch to five inches in diameter, and from a few flowers to more than 20 per flowering stem. In their native […]
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1343 – Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe is a member of the stonecrop family and is native to Madagascar. It grows into upright shrubs in its native habitat. Kalanchoes are known for their waxy, thick, dark green leaves. They have orange, yellow, pink or red flowers and need bright light and cool conditions to grow well. A potting mix that drains […]
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1320 – Jade Plant
Jade plants can live for a long time and grow into small trees or shrubs up to five feet tall. What temperature should my jade plant be at? Jade plants require day-time temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and night-time temperatures between 50 and 55 degrees. During the winter months, protect plants near windows […]
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1308 – Gloxinia
Gloxinias are lovely houseplants with large leaves and colorful flowers. Their velvety, bell-shaped flowers can average over three inches in diameter. Each flower is displayed on a long stem, or petiole. Their color-range is white to pink to red to blue to purple. They can also be two-toned with white centers or white rims. There […]
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1353 – Re-blooming Christmas Cactus
One of the most popular houseplants, Christmas cactus is a great way to add a burst of color indoors during dreary winter months. But don’t be fooled by the generalized name—there are actually three types of holiday cactus. What are the types of Christmas cacti? The three types, Thanksgiving (Schlumbergera truncata), with pointed “teeth” on […]
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1306 – Cactus
How many species of cacti are there? The cactus family (Cactaceae) is one of the most striking, distinctive, diversified and specialized groups in the plant kingdom. It includes about 2,000 species, and all of them are perennial, succulent, and native to the Americas. What are good cacti species for Colorado? Warm, dry rooms make Colorado […]
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