Japanese Iris – Useful Growing And Care Tips
Japanese Iris
When looking for an easy-care flower that is fond of wet conditions, the Japanese iris (Iris ensata) is just what you need.
This flowering perennial is available in various colors, including purples, blues, and...
Spathiphyllum Wallisii (peace lily) Care Information
Spathiphyllum Wallisii (peace lily) Spathiphyllum is a native of South America, and the name is derived from the Greek 'spathe' (bract) and 'phyllum' (leaf), the spathe being leaf-like in shape. Sometimes you can encounter...
Arkansas Traveler Tomato Care & Grow Tips
Arkansas Traveler Tomato
The Arkansas Traveler tomato is an award-winning open-pollinated variety of heirloom tomato, originally bred at the University of Arkansas nearly forty years ago.
The fruit is determinate, with large round red berries weighing...
Kalanchoe Growing And Care Tips
Kalanchoe
Besides being sold individually, kalanchoe is frequently grouped with other house plants in baskets or cute containers.
Now, there is some dispute over how to pronounce kalanchoe. My research indicates that most prefer Kal-an-KO-ee, and...
Sago Palm: Making Sure A Sago Palm Will Thrive
Sago palms, members of the Cycadaceae family that dates to the Mesozoic Era, are considered living fossils. Scientists think they developed from seed ferns millions of years ago.
Their common name implies they are a...
Accidents and Injuries on Construction Sites: Best Practices and Innovations In Prevention
Construction sites are dangerous places with a high risk of accidents and injuries. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one in five worker deaths in the private sector occurs in the...