The Blonde Botany Babe

08/05/2017

Update: I just want to let you all know, there will be some changes happening at theblondebotanybabe.com over the next day or so. I will be post the specifics of these changes soon and appreciate all your support thus far. Hang in there, we'll be back up and running as soon as possible.

Blog about the many wonders of the botanical world and it's numerous secrets. Check out our Gardening, Plant of the Week, and Family Fun sections as well as a Gallery of exquisite photos taken by the author.

07/24/2017

Here are some of theblondebotanybabe.com's most descent photos from our blogs.

07/23/2017

The "Plant of the Week" blog is ready for your view pleasure. I hope you all enjoy this weeks selection, "Persian Silk Tree", and continue to like, share, and follow theblondebotanybabe.com.
http://www.theblondebotanybabe.com/plant-of-the-week/persian-silk-tree

Common Name: Persian Silk Tree or Mimosa Tree Latin Name: Albizia julibrissin Classification: Tree Reproductive Method: Flower/Seed Pods

07/23/2017

"Transplanting Tricky Plants" is up! Come on over to theblondebotanybabe.com and learn how to transplant some common, but "tricky", household plants like a pro.

http://www.theblondebotanybabe.com/general/transplanting-tricky-plants

The number one most frequently asked question by novice plant owners looking to purchase a new species for their collection is, "Does it need to be in a bigger pot?"  All plants have different...

07/16/2017

As promised...The "Plant of the Week" blog has been posted and is a good one. "Mother of a Thousand" is an amazing species that often get a bad reputation. Come on over to theblondebotanybabe.com and see why this plant deserves some good PR! Also, If you

Common Name: Mother of a Thousand/Devil's Backbone/Alligator Plant Latin Name: Kalanchoe daigremontiana* Classification: Succulent  Reproduction Method:  Vegetative Toxicity:  Is toxic if ingested...

07/11/2017

Look out for theblondebotanybabe.com's upcoming "Plant of the Week" post on the "Mother of a Thousand" plant. It will be a good one!

07/11/2017

Check it out!! Family Fun has released an amazing new post. You find it @ http://www.theblondebotanybabe.com/family-fun/paper-crafts-using-plant-parts-to-create-unique-works-of-art

I am a single mother of two amazing little women, who are daily reminding me of the new and amazing things that can be learned every day. It is because of my role as a mother and my scientific...

06/26/2017

Plant of the Week is up and ready to share! "Spineless Okra" is one of my favorite edible plants and has some very unique qualities that make it a top pick for this weeks "Plant of the Week" segment.

http://www.theblondebotanybabe.com/plant-of-the-week/spineless-okra

Common Name: Spineless Okra Latin Name: Ablemoschus esculentus* Classification: Edible Growth Form: Upright Reproduction Type: Flower/Seed Pod

06/24/2017

"Plant Stress: Light" is the first blog in a multi-part series on plant stress. Read up on what light stress is, how plants become light stressed, how to diagnose it, and how to ward it off!

www.theblondebotanybabe.com/general/plant-stress-light

06/23/2017

For those of you who have been considering ordering a theblondebotanybabe.com t-shirt, on June 30th-July 2nd I will be offering free shipping with the code FS0717. The shirts come in a variety of colors, styles, and sizes so hurry over and get one while this offer lasts.

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06/21/2017

We're getting into some very "stressful" topics here at theblondebotanybabe.com's General section. "Plant Stress: Fact or Fiction" is a formal introduction to this multi-part blog series on plant stressors, how to diagnose them, and how to ward them off.

Stress is something that we have all had the unfortunate pleasure of experiencing at some point and, as we have learned in recent years, its effects can reek havoc on our immediate and long-term...

06/19/2017

The "Plant of the Week" is available for your reading pleasure. We discuss what makes the Bromeliad so special and why it should definitely be growing in your home.

Common Name: Bromeliad Latin Name: Bromeliaceae Classification: Tropical Air Plant Reproduction Method: Seed/Pups