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What is the difference between philodendron Splendid and Melanochrysum?

What is the difference between philodendron Splendid and Melanochrysum? Comments Section This is a Splendid. Melanos have a more bronze tint. Splendids have red patches on the backs of their leaves from their verrucosum parentage. I’ve had both at a similar size at the same time and was only able to distinguish between them because […]

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What plant family is Agapanthus?

What plant family is Agapanthus? Agapanthus (/ˌæɡəˈpænθəs/) is a genus of plants, the only one in the subfamily Agapanthoideae of the family Amaryllidaceae. It’s a good idea to grow them among low-growing herbaceous plants, which hide their unsightly strappy foliage after flowering. Let allium foliage die down naturally after blooming and consider leaving the flower

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Do agapanthus grow well in pots?

Do agapanthus grow well in pots? Agapanthus make fantastic patio plants and look particularly good grown in terracotta pots. Given a sunny spot and free-draining compost, they’ll start producing spectacular flowers in June, July or August, depending on the variety, and flower for many weeks. Grow agapanthus in well-drained soil in a sheltered spot in

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Does agapanthus spread?

Does agapanthus spread? It is possible for Agapanthus to self-seed. If you leave the flowerheads and seed pods on the plant, there is a chance they will burst, and spread their seeds across your borders and flower beds. Your agapanthus might not be flowing any number of reasons including, poor watering, not enough sunlight, has

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