Garden designers often recommend planting a combination of plants for the most pleasing effect in the garden. They suggest, for example, combining rounded plant forms, such as catmint or daylily with upright, vertical growers. One such plant is blazing star, also known as … [Read more...]
10 Unusual Flower Choices for a Girlfriend
by Julie Christensen Whatever your message –“Happy Valentine’s Day,” “Sorry I screwed up,” or simply, “I love you,” flowers have long been the way to a girl’s heart. When it comes to flowers for your girlfriend, roses top the list as the most common. They’re a safe choice, … [Read more...]
How to Grow Peace Lily Plants
By Julie Christensen Looking for a houseplant that performs well in low light? Consider growing the peace lily plant (Spathiphyllum). This attractive, low-maintenance houseplant grows 16 inches to over 3 feet tall, depending on the cultivar, and produces long, lance-like … [Read more...]
Gardening in Hot Climates: Heat Tolerant Perennials
Perennial flowers often offer the best of all worlds: easy care, no replanting or seeding required, and predictable growth, appearance, and outcomes. In hot climates, heat tolerant perennials are a must. Here’s a list of heat resistant perennials that are worth growing. Give … [Read more...]
Planting Garden Vegetables in Rows and Staggered Rows
There are two normal schools of thought for planting a garden planting in traditional rows and planting in "staggered" rows. A third option, often called plant-dictated or random placement, is becoming more popular. Here are the pros and cons of each approach and advice on … [Read more...]
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