Lady Slippers in Massachusetts

TODAY’S TOPIC is orchids, but not the ones you might be growing as a flowering houseplant. Our subject is native terrestrial types that are more often than not under great pressure in the wild, their numbers dwindling.

Learn the “why” behind ladybug tattoos and get inspired by a bunch of awesome designs in this article. Exciting inks await!

These cute little winged insects not only play an important role in maintaining a healthy garden ecosystem, but they are also a symbol of positivity. Let’s have a look at the reasons why ladybugs are good luck.

It won’t be a surprise if I say the many garden visits were the highlight of my trip last April to the Côte d’Azur. All were enjoyable and fascinating, but one stood out for me. In Le Jardin Serre de la Madone, Menton, I discovered a terraced garden carved into old farming land by Lawrence Johnston in the 1920s. Already the heir to Hidcote Manor in the Cotswolds, shortly before commencing his masterpiece Johnston had been so seriously injured in WW1 he’d been left for dead.

Often overlooked, this unique variant of the common ladybug carries a spiritual significance that few know. Let’s have a deeper understanding of these charming garden visitors.

My name is Tingshu Hu. I live in Dunstable, Massachusetts (Zone 5b), but I love plants for warmer regions, such as canna (Canna hybrids, Zones 8–11 or as tender bulbs), crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia, Zones 7–10), Cordyline ‘Red Sister’ (Zones 9–11), and lotus (Nelumbo nucifera, Zones 4–10). I started my cannas indoors and planted them outdoors after the last frost. They started to bloom in July 4 and ended by the first frost. This year the first frost came on Oct. 31, about a month later than normal, so the cannas’ flower stems grew very tall. Most of the pictures were taken on Oct. 27 and 28.

You must have been mesmerized by those charming little insects adorned with vibrant red wings and black spots, right? Do you know beyond their delightful appearance lies a deeper, more mystical significance? Let’s have a deep look at Ladybug Spiritual Meaning and Symbolism.

Prepare to be dazzled by the Philodendron Painted Lady, a houseplant that takes botanical beauty to new artistic heights. With its stunning variegated foliage that merges shades of green and yellow into a painterly masterpiece, this plant is a conversation starter and a feast for the eyes. Want to make this rare gem the crown jewel of your indoor garden? Keep scrolling to unveil the secrets of nurturing it easily.

What Does it Mean When a Ladybug Lands on You—have you ever wondered if there’s more to it than meets the eye? From ancient folklore to modern spiritual beliefs, the ladybug is often considered a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and transformation. Keep reading to uncover the intriguing reasons why a ladybug choosing you as its landing spot might be more than just a random event!

The Body Shop has announced that it is creating its first show garden at RHS Chelsea this year. It’s called The Lady Garden, designed to pay homage to its “founding feminist principles and activist roots”.

With so many of us stuck at home and not being able to get to the craft stores, I thought I'd share a quick tutorial for making a ladybug mosaic using a sponge ball and left over mosaics. If you don't have a sponge ball,a roundish rock or polystyrene ball will work to.

If gardeners are exceptional people then buy them a copy of this book for Christmas. It contains 20 stories and profiles about encounters with gardeners and a day in their life to provide reading matter for dark garden-free evenings.