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The domesticated, fruiting Olive (Olea europaea subsp. europaea) that we are all familiar with belongs to the genus Olea, of which there...

Limonium axillare, also known as the Sea Lavender is a low growing, perennial shrub, but is generally used as a groundcover and makes a...

Introduction Hibiscus, belonging to the Malvaceae family, is a cosmopolitan plant with a rich history and a wide range of species. The...

Introduction Fungi, often overlooked and misunderstood, play a critical role in our natural ecosystem. These organisms can be both a...

Introduction Commonly known as Vinca or Periwinkle, Catharanthus roseus (not to be confused with the genus of European groundcovers which...

Common types of ornamental lawns in the region Paspalum vaginatum is a creeping, dark green grass used extensively by the Municipalities...

This is one of the most important posts here, as many of the plant problems that are experienced in the region are a result of pH...

Identification of the problem Make sure you are buying the correct product for the problem, this generally means accurate identification...

Whether you are a novice gardener or a "seeded" professional, chances are you are going to cross paths with or want to experiment with...

If your Adenium plant is not flowering the problem and solution are actually very simple. The could be two reasons, insufficient light...

Neem Oil uses and Effects Neem oil is not a pesticide in the traditional sense as its active ingredients are derived naturally, the...

Occasionally you may find that a friend or neighbor has an interesting plant or color of plant that you would also like to have in your...

Non-Spay based insect control methods for the garden Sticky yellow or blue cards Insects are attracted to yellow and blue as these bright...

Common name: Whitefly Classification: Insecta, Order: Hemiptera, Species: Several Physical description Adult stage: Small flies are...

If you own or rent a piece of property, why would you spend more money on its landscaping? What benefits are there to landscaping your...

Very often I’m brought or shown pieces of a plant or a few leaves by people in order to tell them what is wrong with the plant. Much can...

Can I take or bring plants or flowers with me when I am traveling? This a common question and a short answer, legally no. Plant materials...

The process of landscaping; what options are available to the client Do-it-yourself Self-explanatory, if you have a creative flair and...

I'm going to post the important part at the top of this post for quick access: If you suspect your child or pet has ingested any plant or...

Depending on the source, there are anywhere between 500 and 800 native plant species in the UAE, and even more, if you consider the...

Common name: Thrips Order: Thysanoptera Physical description Thrips are small black or grey-winged or wingless insects under 2mm in size...

Common name: Rhinoceros Beetle Order: Coleoptera Family: Scarabaeidae Subfamily: Dynastinae Physical description There are a number of...

Ever wonder why insects attack or infest your plants, or why they attack certain plants and not others? Food Amongst other elements and...

Note that the following list is not definitive, but is a good start if you are looking for shrubs and groundcover plants that will grow...