This is one of the most recognizable and well known of the plant diseases that affect both ornamentals and crops. It's very widespread and most severe in warm, dry climates. Powdery Mildew Host Plants Nearly any plant can be host to this blight. Powdery mildew is actually … [Read more...]
How to Grow Foxglove (Digitalis)
By Julie Christensen If you dream of a romantic, old-fashioned garden, then foxgloves are sure to top your list. These plants produce spikes of bell-shaped flowers atop low mounds of foliage. Foxgloves range in height from 3 to 5 feet and come in purple, pink, cream, yellow … [Read more...]
Growing Virginia Creeper Vine
By Julie Christensen Stroll through almost any woodland setting in the United States and you’ll probably see Virginia creeper (Quinquefolia). This native climbing vine is indigenous to most of the country and clambers over rock walls, trees and fences. It is hardy in USDA … [Read more...]
3 Great Tips for Container Gardening Drainage
No matter where you live, if you have access to even the smallest patio or porch, you can grow a successful container garden. In fact, container gardens are likely the most popular type of garden in the world. They're fun, easy, and inexpensive. Most container gardens will use … [Read more...]
Sycamore Tree Identification and Care
By Julie Christensen Like maples and oak trees, sycamores (Platanus occidentalis) are found throughout most of the eastern U.S. These stately trees, also known as American planetree, Button-wood or Button-ball tree, are easily identified by their leaves, bark and … [Read more...]
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