Liriope (Liriope spp.), sometimes known as lily turf, is a tough, grass-like perennial that thrives in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 10. If you need a tough ground cover, liriope just might be the solution. It grows 12 to 18 inches tall and has a … [Read more...]
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Popular Wedding Flowers for July
By Julie Christensen Summer brides have an abundance of choices when it comes to flowers. Most greenhouse flowers are readily available and you can also choose from the flowers growing in your own backyard or even wildflowers. Color palettes for July can range from a subdued … [Read more...]
Cat Repellant Options for the Lawn and Garden
Looking for ways to keep cats out of your yard or garden? Cats and gardening don’t mix. Cats chew leaves and lay in the middle of plants, flattening them. Then there are the little surprises you find in the soil and sand, as well as the nasty odor. What to do? If you’re having a … [Read more...]
How to Grow Sweet Potato Vine
By Julie Christensen If you’re looking for a vigorous, fast-growing vine for trailing in pots or in beds, sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) just might be the ticket. Sweet potato vines are tropical plants that thrive in rich, moist soil. They tolerate a variety of soil Ph … [Read more...]
10 Fun Vertical Gardening Ideas
By Julie Christensen When you think of vertical gardening, do you instantly think of tomato cages and pole beans? Vertical gardening is a time-honored tradition in the vegetable garden for many reasons. First, a lot of vegetables grow better when planted vertically. Tomatoes, … [Read more...]
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