March 2026

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What are the best Euonymus varieties?

What are the best Euonymus varieties? Varieties such as Euonymus fortunei ‘Emerald Gaiety’ and Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ offer outstanding focal point options, while selections like Euonymus fortunei ‘Coloratus’ provide excellent ground coverage with vibrant seasonal interest. Japanese euonymus tolerates full sun and heavy shade, but does best in sun-dappled conditions with some afternoon shade […]

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Is the euonymus fruit edible?

Is the euonymus fruit edible? No parts of the shrub should be eaten, including the berries or flowers. This shrub has weedy to invasive tendencies and should be avoided. To a child, wild berries look good enough to eat. Only some of them are. Others are poisonous. Some are not actually poisonous but can cause

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Are Sansevieria and Dracaena the same?

Are Sansevieria and Dracaena the same? Fun Fact: Botanists have reclassified snake plant from Sansevieria to Dracaena. While it’s scientifically known as Dracaena trifasciata, most plant parents still call it a Sansevieria. Sansevieria trifasciata, native to West Africa, is the best-known snake plant variety. It’s commonly called “mother-in-law’s tongue” and has dark green, blade-shaped leaves.

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