The commonly planted Natchez crape myrtle is known for the cinnamon brown inner bark that is revealed when the outer bark ...

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Both hardy hibiscus ( Hibiscus moscheutos) and scarlet rose mallow ( Hibiscus coccineus) are native perennials that offer ...

They cluster on the new growth and buds of the hibiscus plant and are covered with a white, fuzzy/powdery material. Like aphids, they feed by sucking out the sap of the bush.

Soil All hibiscus do best in well-drained, fertile, moist, loamy soil. The hardy varieties are wetland natives and are a good ...

Gardeners are harvesting cool-season vegetables now. As you free up space in the garden, start replacing them with warm-season vegetables. This is a great time to plant okra, southern peas and ...

Key Points The shape and color of hibiscus flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds, plus they offer plenty of energy-rich nectar. Choose from tropical, woody shrub, or native perennial ...

Marsh mallow is a medicinal herb that's been used by the ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians. This perennial is attractive ...

If you are growing an herbal tea garden, marsh mallow makes a wonderful backdrop. Marsh mallow is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9 and grows to a height of 6 feet. Starting marsh mallow from seed requires a ...