For Winter Color, Plant Amaryllis Bulbs
When you're thinking about plants for your home this winter, consider an Amaryllis. They're easy to grow, they're a lot of fun, and ...
Holiday Plants With a Poisonous Reputation
), Until I began doing research for this article. This myth is thought to have begun in 1919, the year a small child purportedly died after chewing on a poinsettia leaf, according to the Urban Legends website. Rest assured that there are no documented cases of human or animal fatalities resulting from the consumption of poinsettia plants, according to the site .That is good news for those of us who love the vibrant red of the season, and the touch of warmth such plants add to our households.
It turns out that mistletoe and holly are the plants to watch out for.
Mistletoe is considered to be by far the most toxic of holiday plants, with the entire plant, including berries, to be toxic. Only the sap of the holly plant is toxic.
While both of these plants are listed as "moderately to severely toxic," they aren't the only popular seasonal plants considered dangerous.
Amaryllis, which is in the same plant family as lillies, are popular choices as gifts.
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Hardy amaryllis can't be found in nurseries, so keep an eye out for a generous ... Hardy amaryllis can't be found in nurseries, so keep an eye out for a generous Then, as days shorten and temperatures begin to drop in early September, your amaryllis plants will green up and grow again. Apply an all-nitrogen plant |
Anna Pavord goes beyond tulips
Writer Anna Pavord cradles an amaryllis bulb at Allan Gardens in Toronto. Bulbs are the subject of her latest book. From Saturday's Published and more »
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What New Orleanians should know about native plants Bulbs that rebloom well include leucojum, many narcissuses and some daffodils, Dutch iris, amaryllis, bletilla, Easter lily, wood hyacinth, and more » |
Berkshire Botanical Garden Unveils 2010 Season
The Exhibit Hall will be filled with hand-made fresh and dried greens, amaryllis, and artisan-crafted treasures, all for sale to benefit the garden.
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