Does anyone have a plant with smelly leaves? I can’t say I’ve often encountered a plant with a noticeable smell, but my Swedish Ivy has a very unique smell-not terrible and not great. Has anyone else had a plant that has a unique scent? Photo from Ken Matthew’s garden center

How is everyone handling the temperature changes as winter approaches? How is your watering changing? I’ve brought many of my plants inside as the temps go down to 50 and I’ve slowed watering frequency as the temps drop and daylight hours decrease.

Caring for a Pink Queen’s Wreath (Coral Vine) in Arizona: Plant your Coral Vine in full sun—it loves heat and even handles reflected desert sun like a champ. Give it a trellis, arbor, or fence to climb; this vine grows fast and will quickly take over any support you give it. Watering: - While the plant is young, keep the soil consistently moist. - Once established, it becomes drought-tolerant. Deep-water every 2–3 weeks in dry seasons, or weekly during intense summer heat. Winter moisture is usually enough on its own. Pruning & Growth: Arizona freezes may knock the vine back to the ground, but its roots survive and rebound in spring. In late winter or early spring, prune it hard to remove dead growth and spark a fresh flush of vines. During the growing season, give it light shaping as needed to train it along its support. Fertilizing: Established plants rarely need feeding in Arizona. For young vines, a light dose of balanced fertilizer in early spring is plenty. This is a beautiful flowering vine that the bees love! The flowers have little to no fragrance and drop petals everywhere-it’s like a pink carpet:) As a plus for those with pets or kids it is non toxic and parts of the plant are even considered edible in some cultural traditions. 🌸🌿🙂

African Milk Tree care: The African milk tree is a tough, architectural succulent that thrives on minimal attention. Give it the basics, and it will reward you with tall, dramatic growth. Light Bright, indirect light is ideal. It tolerates some sun, but harsh afternoon rays can scorch it. Water Water only when the soil is fully dry—usually every 2–4 weeks in warm seasons and far less in winter. Overwatering is the biggest danger. Soil & Pot Use a fast-draining cactus mix and a pot with drainage. This plant cannot sit in wet soil. Temperature Keep it warm: 65–85°F (18–29°C). It’s not frost-tolerant, so bring outdoor plants in before cold nights. Pruning Prune to shape or control height, but wear gloves—the milky sap is irritating and toxic to pets and people. Fertilizer Feed lightly with a diluted cactus fertilizer during spring and summer; skip winter feeding.

Found some new Hoya at the Whitfill nursery! I love this place! 🩷🌿🪴👍 Has anyone else been there recently-any good finds? 🙂