by Amanda Rose Newton “Amaryllis” comes from the Greek word amarysso which means “to sparkle”, and it certainly does just that as a staple of the Holiday season. Bulbs, which refer to the underground stem that amaryllis have in common with … [Read more...] about Amaryllis: The Brightest Bulb of the Season
The Botanical Bookshelf: Gifts For The Lover Of All Things Garden
by Amanda Rose Newton Somehow, we have already found our way to December and that means the days between now and the gift-giving holidays are shrinking. Books, especially the tangible variety, have a way of slowing down the world, at least while … [Read more...] about The Botanical Bookshelf: Gifts For The Lover Of All Things Garden
How to Successfully Eliminate Fungus Gnats and Flies from Your Home
by Amanda Rose Newton Fungus gnats and flies seem to appear out of thin air, like ghosts enjoying the Neotropical temperatures and water supply your home has to offer. It starts with just a few, and suddenly you are haunted by dozens with no … [Read more...] about How to Successfully Eliminate Fungus Gnats and Flies from Your Home
Give Thanks To Plants: Harvest Feasts and Celebrations Around The World
by Amanda Rose Newton A day set aside to give thanks for the literal fruits of our labor is not just an American custom. Nearly all countries have roots in agrarian life that still continues to support life on our large planet. While we may … [Read more...] about Give Thanks To Plants: Harvest Feasts and Celebrations Around The World
The Artist’s Muse: Plants in Art
by Amanda Rose Newton Plants have long been a favorite muse of the artist. The fact that they display beautiful colors, shapes, and designs coupled with their sessile state make them the perfect subject. If you have been following this blog … [Read more...] about The Artist’s Muse: Plants in Art
A Hundred Days Red: The Lore of The Crape Myrtle
by Amanda Rose Newton Crape myrtles (Lagerstromeia indica) are well-loved here in the southern landscape. They are a ubiquitous choice for schools, homeowners, and government buildings, and oddly enough there always seem to be a few in front … [Read more...] about A Hundred Days Red: The Lore of The Crape Myrtle
I Saw a Bougie! Adding a Flash of Class with Bougainvillea This Fall
by Amanda Rose Newton Bougainvillea might not be the first plant on your mind this autumn season but maybe it should be. Coming in shades of red, orange, and gold this stunning shrub might be the remedy for those missing Fall leaf color … [Read more...] about I Saw a Bougie! Adding a Flash of Class with Bougainvillea This Fall
The Witches Apothecary: Herbs, Flowers, and Plants All Aspiring Witches Should Know
by Amanda Rose Newton In our month-long celebration of everything spooky, witches are perhaps highest on the pedestal. Complete with cauldrons, poisons, and a great wardrobe with hats, it’s easy to see why “witch” is a default costume at every … [Read more...] about The Witches Apothecary: Herbs, Flowers, and Plants All Aspiring Witches Should Know
Landscape Design Basics: Creating the Yard of Your Dreams
by Amanda Rose Newton Unless you are a green thumb plant enthusiast, chances are you did not select your new home based on the current yard. In fact, a recent poll states that for 3 out of 5 homeowners, this was not a box to check off on … [Read more...] about Landscape Design Basics: Creating the Yard of Your Dreams
The Art and Science of Botanical Illustration
by Amanda Rose Newton Botanical illustration, an art form as old as art itself, is once again gaining momentum in the modern world. Before the days of photography, which is an arguably better way of viewing macroscopic details of plant … [Read more...] about The Art and Science of Botanical Illustration
