Thai basil, also known as Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflorum or Thai sweet basil, is an herb that adds a unique and vibrant flavor to various dishes. Its distinctive aroma and slightly spicy, licorice-like taste make it a favorite in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cuisines. My Thai basil is currently flowering with beautiful little … Continue reading Exploring the Vibrant Flavor of Thai Basil
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Caring for Your Money Tree Plant
This Valentine's Day my son and husband got me a Money Tree plant. I've been telling them for a while that I'd prefer live plants to cut flowers, so I was pretty excited about it. I've never had a Money Tree plant before, so I had to look up how to care for it and … Continue reading Caring for Your Money Tree Plant
Tropical Beauty: Hawaiian Ti Plant Care, Growth and Propagating
Our Hawaiian Ti plant is flowering for the first time after relocating it to a very sunny spot! If you have these vibrant leafy plants in your yard, you might have wondered how to care for the Hawaiian Ti plant and encourage more to grow. Read on for tips on growing and caring for your … Continue reading Tropical Beauty: Hawaiian Ti Plant Care, Growth and Propagating
Preparing for the Freeze
A big winter chill is heading our way, and I'm worried about our plants! Last year we were gone when a bad freeze came through that lasted three days, and we lost a lot of plants. Read on for tips on how to prepare your plants for a freeze, and ways to help them come … Continue reading Preparing for the Freeze
Attack of the Papaya Hornworms
One day my papaya tree was fine, and the next it was infested with giant brown and green caterpillars with voracious appetites. We found at least 50 Papaya Hornworms and had to hand pick them off the tree. Some of them did not want to leave! What is a Papaya Hornworn? Papaya Hornworms, also known … Continue reading Attack of the Papaya Hornworms
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