QUESTION: How poisonous is oleander to humans? I’m considering adding one to my garden and want to know the risks. — Nathan Y. ANSWER: The oleander plant is one of the most toxic you can have in your garden. A person can die from just chewing part of a leaf or using the stems … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Weeping Cherry Tree
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you have a favorite tree that you’d like to incorporate into your landscape? Have you considered the weeping cherry tree? This tree stands out against most others because of its dangling, dainty branches and gorgeous pink blooms. Should you wish … [Read more...]
15 Great Shrubs for Clay Soil to Consider Planting
by Jennifer Poindexter Are you plagued with clay soil? I reside in the south, so I understand how challenging growing things in clay soil can be. However, did you know that clay soil isn’t necessarily bad? It has its challenges, but there are some plants that thrive in … [Read more...]
How to Grow Bleeding Hearts Flower (Dicentra)
by Jennifer Poindexter I was taking prom pictures with one of my children a few weeks ago and stumbled across a beautifully landscaped location. The main thing that stood out to me was their bleeding hearts shrub. If you’ve ever seen a bleeding heart, you know it. This … [Read more...]
Does pampas grass come back every year?
QUESTION: Does pampas grass come back every year? -Frank L. ANSWER: Yes, pampas grass is a perennial plant. In the right conditions, pampas grass will grow from spring through fall and go dormant during the winter. Many people aren’t fond of this plant (as we’ll discuss a … [Read more...]
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