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What Does Full Sun or Part Shade Mean?   

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full sun, partial sun, partial shade, full shade

Plant sunlight requirements are often classified as full sun, partial sun, partial shade and shade. What do sun exposure classifications really mean? There are general definitions that can apply to … Continue reading →

Star Jasmine Plant Care And Growing Tips

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Star Jasmine Vine

The Star Jasmine is a great plant choice for a shade tolerant flowering vine.  You can grow Star Jasmine trained on a trellis or allow to ramble as a groundcover.  … Continue reading →

Flowering Vines For Shade

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Clematis vine for shade

Flowering vines that are tolerant of shade include varieties of Hydrangea, Jasmine and Clematis. Clematis provide a wide range of colors and flower types to choose from. Jasmine’s intoxicating scent … Continue reading →

Container Gardening Vertical Growing Guide

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vertical gardening in containers

Do you want to grow your own vegetables but thought you didn’t have the space? You can gain skills and confidence to grow all the foods you want with The … Continue reading →

Vegetables High In Calcium You Can Grow

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vegetable high in calcium

There are many vegetables high in calcium that you can grow in your own garden. Many vegetables high in calcium are also packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. If you’re … Continue reading →

How Late Can You Plant Zinnia Seeds?

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See how late you can plant zinnia seeds outdoors by using your average first fall frost date. Have time for the plants to germinate, bloom and enjoy them before first … Continue reading →

Do Zinnia Seeds Need To Freeze?

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Zinnia Flowers

Zinnia seeds do not need to freeze in order to germinate.  Zinnia plants can reseed (self-sow) without needing a cold period.  Zinnia seeds do not need cold treatment to germinate. … Continue reading →

Do Coneflowers Come In Different Colors?

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Coneflower colors

Coneflowers come in colors of yellow, red, orange, white, green and pink. Some are pure saturated color and some are gradient color mixes. Some even change color as they age! … Continue reading →

How To Choose Healthy Plants At The Nursery

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Start your garden or landscape project off on the right foot by choosing healthy plants at the nursery. Use these tips to pick the healthiest plants. Evaluate the nursery Look … Continue reading →

Why Do Bulbs Not Produce Flowers?

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hyacinth

If your bulbs did not bloom, see these troubleshooting tips to help determine why your bulbs did not produce flowers and assure they come back year after year.  These tips … Continue reading →

How To Grow Lettuce In Summer

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lettuce in summer

You can grow lettuce throughout the summer if you learn a few tips about how lettuce responds to high temperatures and how you can work with it to your advantage. … Continue reading →

Oscillating Water Sprinklers

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Oscillating water sprinklers cover large areas with a smooth movement that evenly distributes drops of water. They allow you to control coverage by positioning of the sprinkler and most have … Continue reading →

Plant Trellis For Small Space Vertical Gardening

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Tendrils I trellis

Using a plant trellis for small space vertical gardening is key to maximizing green space. Many people turn to traditional trellises for climbing vines, flowers and vegetables to maximize vertical … Continue reading →

Ornamental Weeping Trees For Landscaping

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weeping willow tree

If you are looking for unique accent trees or shrubs for your landscape, ornamental weeping trees should definitely be on your landscaping list. Often providing stunning blooms in spring, the … Continue reading →

When To Plant Seeds/Indoor Seed Starting Guide

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When to start seeds indoors so seedlings are ready at the right time to be planted outside?    See how to determine plant dates and organize with a sowing calendar. … Continue reading →

What Is A Frost Date?

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A frost date is the average date of the last light freeze in spring or the first light freeze in fall for a given location. Know the frost date for your area to determine the most … Continue reading →

How To Grow Hyacinth Bean Vine

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Hyacinth Bean Vine

Hyacinth Bean vine (Dolichos lablab) is an easy to grow annual with delicate scented pea-like pink-purple flower and large thick deep purple seed pod.  They are also available in white … Continue reading →

How Much Water Do Annual Flowers Need?

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water can

Let’s look at how much water annual flowers need and how often you should water annuals so they stay healthy. Annual plants will droop when they need water, and annual … Continue reading →

How To Keep Petunias Full And Flowering

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Beautiful petunias bursting with flowers are first to be seen where ever flowers are sold. But to keep petunias full and flowering all season requires some regular attention. Petunias are … Continue reading →

Grow Sunflowers

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Plant, grow and care for sunflowers easily. With lots of varieties to choose from from short to tall, anyone can enjoy sunflowers all summer long. Grow sunflowers and you will … Continue reading →

Flowering Bulbs For The Rock Garden

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Use flowering bulbs in your rock garden to start Spring with a burst of energy or fill drab spots with color as fall arrives.  Whether emerging from between rocks or … Continue reading →

Uses For Burlap In the Garden

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Burlap (also called hessian burlap) is a natural product that is used in the garden to provide protection or covering.  It’s natural open-weave allows air flow which prevents or minimizes … Continue reading →

Coleus Plants: Tips For Caring for Coleus

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colorful coleus

Find out how ailing coleus plants react and how to remedy with these tips for caring for coleus. Prized for amazing foliage colors and patterns, coleus plants will thrive if … Continue reading →

Best Annuals for a Cutting Garden

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Enjoy flower bouquets in your home all season by growing an annual cutting garden.  A cutting garden of annuals gives you flowers you can enjoy all season, inside and out.  … Continue reading →

Okra Plant Grow Harvest Okra

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Okra plant and pods

Grow Okra and you will harvest a unique veggie you can eat right off the plant or use to cook in many different ways. It’s a mixture of flavor and … Continue reading →

Can Houseplants be Planted in the Garden?

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Yes, houseplants can be planted in the garden outdoors directly in the ground or in pots. They may be considered annuals in your geographic location, meaning unless you bring them … Continue reading →

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