Flowers & Plants

An urban scene depicting the essence of vertical gardening. Skyscrapers frame the scene, their concrete and glass surfaces softened by lush greenery taking the form of vertical gardens. Multiple levels of vibrant, healthy plants cascade down in an organized fashion, showcasing a variety of species - ferns, herbs, flowers, vegetables, and more. The gardens breathe life into the urban setting, demonstrating how these innovative growing techniques can transform even the most densely packed city spaces into pockets of nature. Bright sunlight filters through the foliage, casting dynamic shadows on the cityscape below. Everything is void of text and people, accentuating the calming presence of nature in an urban jungle.

Grow Up with Vertical Gardening Techniques for Urban Spaces

Nurturing a Poinsettia Indoors Beyond the Holiday Season

An indoor garden scene, rich with lush greenery from a wide variety of plants. The space seems well-regulated, with a hygrometer mounted on the wall showing optimal humidity levels. A vaporizer operates in a corner, emitting streams of moisture into the well-lit space, while an adjustable vent provides the right amount of air circulation. Neither the vaporizer nor the hygrometer bear any branding or text. A watering can and a bucket for collecting extra water lie nearby. The room also shows signs of sunlight filtering through a window, reinforcing the ideal conditions.

Effective Humidity Control for Indoor Gardens

North Carolina’s Plant Perils: Garden Safety Tips

Deterring Squirrels from Bird Feeders

By

Flowers & Plants Team

Flowers & Plants Team is a group of passionate horticulturists, garden designers, and plant enthusiasts dedicated to sharing their knowledge and love for the botanical world. With a diverse background in various aspects of gardening and plant care, our team brings together a wealth of experience to provide practical, insightful, and inspiring content. From the latest trends in indoor and outdoor gardening to tried-and-true care techniques, we cover a broad spectrum of topics to help both novice and experienced plant lovers thrive. At Flowers & Plants Team, we believe every leaf, petal, and root has a story worth telling, and we’re here to share those stories with you.

Read Flowers & Plants Team's full bio

Washington’s Garden Watch: Problematic Plants

The Impact of Overwatering and How to Avoid It

An explicit depiction of peach trees in an orchard during the height of summer. The tree trunks coated in a protective white substance to ward off pests, particularly peach borers. The clear blue sky serving as a backdrop, while rays of the sun seep through the dense, leafy canopies, casting dappled shadows on the ground. Close-up elements of the image illustrate a peach borer moth, noticeable by its clear wings and yellow to reddish-brown body. Also showcased are the boreholes in a tree, signaling the presence of these pests, juxtaposed by untreated and treated tree trunks for comparison.

Guarding Against Peach Borers in Peach Trees

By

Flowers & Plants Team

Flowers & Plants Team is a group of passionate horticulturists, garden designers, and plant enthusiasts dedicated to sharing their knowledge and love for the botanical world. With a diverse background in various aspects of gardening and plant care, our team brings together a wealth of experience to provide practical, insightful, and inspiring content. From the latest trends in indoor and outdoor gardening to tried-and-true care techniques, we cover a broad spectrum of topics to help both novice and experienced plant lovers thrive. At Flowers & Plants Team, we believe every leaf, petal, and root has a story worth telling, and we’re here to share those stories with you.

Read Flowers & Plants Team's full bio

How to Grow an Indoor Papaya Tree for Tropical Ambiance

A close up view of a lush and vibrant poinsettia plant in full bloom. There are no people in the scene. The plant is deep red, with healthy green leaves surrounding the colorful bracts. Swarming above the plant are small whiteflies, depicted mid-flight, clearly indicating an infestation. Beside the plant, on a simple, unbranded table, is a non-specific, unbranded spray bottle, suggestive of an impending action to treat the infestation.

Keeping Poinsettias Free from Whitefly Infestations

By

Flowers & Plants Team

Flowers & Plants Team is a group of passionate horticulturists, garden designers, and plant enthusiasts dedicated to sharing their knowledge and love for the botanical world. With a diverse background in various aspects of gardening and plant care, our team brings together a wealth of experience to provide practical, insightful, and inspiring content. From the latest trends in indoor and outdoor gardening to tried-and-true care techniques, we cover a broad spectrum of topics to help both novice and experienced plant lovers thrive. At Flowers & Plants Team, we believe every leaf, petal, and root has a story worth telling, and we’re here to share those stories with you.

Read Flowers & Plants Team's full bio