Loropetalum. Lor-o-pe-tal-um. Not as intimidating as it first looks, as far as latin names go. So, what is it? (besides a cute picture from ...

While learning to use my dremel today I learned: 1) Dremels don't have to be scary. I have come to the conclusion (actually, came to, se...

Hosta 'Pure Heart', photo courtesy of Walter's Garden, Inc. A 2011 introduction from Walter's Gardens, Inc. Pure Heart is a ...

Gumpo Azaleas are a satsuki hybrid with particularly small leaves, making them lovely for shohin bonsai. Classically, they are white, but pi...

The Trees are All Right by Timothy Egan In most of the American West, the trees are not the right height, which may frighten Mitt Romney, an...

Just a pair of interesting articles coming out of the science community yesterday. For the plant geeks out there..... Giant Vines & Towe...

I have a confession. Using powertools on my bonsai terrify me. Serious, hands shaking, put the tool down and walk away, kind of terrified. I...