Botanical Latin: Dentata
Dentata (den TAY tuh) derived from the Latin dens, dentis (tooth), meaning toothed Often used as the specific epithet, dentata usually refers to the margins of the leaves. American chestnut,…
Dentata (den TAY tuh) derived from the Latin dens, dentis (tooth), meaning toothed Often used as the specific epithet, dentata usually refers to the margins of the leaves. American chestnut,…
Castor bean is native to Africa, Middle East and India but has naturalized all over the world in subtropical and tropical areas where it can be found in disturbed areas…
Ornamental grasses have become increasingly popular in the last few decades. Before 1950 they were rare in American landscapes but since that time they have become a staple in American…
A native of Texas and northern Mexico, this evergreen perennial is also called, coral yucca, samandoque, and yellow yucca. It is not a yucca but related to them and to…
The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is special and Wendi Silvano’s book, Turkey Clause, is the perfect bridge between the two holidays. It is aimed at children 3-5 years old…
‘Rose Glow’ barberry starts early in the year with its flush of new grown that ranges from dark purple to rosy pink. In late spring or early summer the large…
One of the first China roses bred in Europe, ‘Cramoisi superieur’ has cherry-red to crimson flowers that are cupped and borne singly or in loose clusters. The petals are paler…
This small evergreen tree is native to the Mediterranean and northern Africa. The ancient Greeks and Romans associated it with love and in Europe today myrtle is frequently included in…
Valued for its use as a Christmas tree, Fraser fir is native to a small region in the southern Appalachians. North Carolina produces most of the Fraser firs used as…
If you have ever considered starting your own landscape business Owen E. Dell’s book, How to Start a Home-Based Landscape Business, is a good place to start. Read it through…