Latest articles by Becca Badgett
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Wallflower Care: How To Plant A Wallflower Garden Plant
Fragrant and colorful, many varieties of wallflower plants exist. Most gardeners succeed at growing wallflowers in the garden. Read here to see what is needed for wallflower care.
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Sun Tolerant Hostas: Popular Hostas To Grow In Sun
Hostas are most often considered shade plants. It’s true that most hosta plants should grow in a partial shade or dappled sun area to keep leaves from burning, but there are now many sun loving hostas available for the garden. Learn more about them in this article.
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Horse Chestnut Cutting Propagation – Will Horse Chestnuts Grow From Cuttings
The horse chestnut tree is a large, attractive specimen that grows well in most areas of the U.S. Many grow it for the large, showy flowers. And, of course, it is a great shade tree. But can you root horse chestnut cuttings to grow your own tree in the landscape? Find out here.
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Zinnia Care - How To Grow Zinnia Flowers
Zinnia flowers are a colorful and long-lasting addition to the flower garden. When you learn how to plant zinnias for your area, you'll be able to add this popular annual to sunny areas. Click here for more info.
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Planting Abelia Bushes - Tips For Growing And Caring For Abelia Plants
Easy to grow Abelia is a pretty addition to any garden with its glossy leaves and sweet small blossoms.
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Growing A Root Beer Plant: Information About Root Beer Plants
If you like to grow unusual and interesting plants, you may be interested in learning about root beer plants. If you're wondering how is a root beer plant used, the answer is found in this article.
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Vines For Full Sun Locations: Growing Vines That Like Sun
Trailing vines that like full sun can grow up a fence, trellis, or an arbor with various purposes in the landscape. Find some full sun vines here.
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Growing Green Goliath Broccoli: How To Plant Green Goliath Broccoli Seeds
If your weather is unpredictable and you sometimes have frost and hot temperatures in the same week, you might’ve just thrown up your hands when it comes to planting broccoli. But wait, Green Goliath broccoli plants may be just what you’re looking for. Learn more here.
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What Is Greek Basil: How To Care For Greek Basil Herb Plants
Possibly the most well-known of this herb type, Greek basil is an open pollinated heirloom basil. It is used in many areas of Greece, where it grows wild. Click on the following article to learn more about this impressive basil plant variety.
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Botanical Jewelry Ideas: DIY Jewelry Made From Plants
Are there favorite blooms in your garden that you hate to see fade? Those with color and form you wish you could preserve all year? Now you can, by creating jewelry from the garden. DIY jewelry made from plants can save those petals long term. Learn more here.
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Grapefruit Tree Info: Why Doesn't My Grapefruit Tree Bear Fruit
You may find that you have no grapefruit on a tree that you've watered and pruned for several years. Grapefruit problems are common and it is sometimes difficult to get grapefruits on trees. Learn more here.
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Gravel Bed Garden Design: Tips On Laying A Gravel Garden
There are many useful mulches. Some help retain moisture, as does the gravel garden bed. Gravel beds are something you won’t see in every garden, but they can provide something different in your landscape. Click here to see if laying a gravel garden is an option for you.
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Flowering Bradford Pears - Growing A Bradford Pear Tree In Your Yard
Bradford pear tree information will likely indicate that they are rapid growing and ornamental. But there are some things you should know about growing a Bradford pear tree before you plant one. Find out more here.
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What Is A Gabion Wall And What Are Gabion Walls For
Maybe recent conversations about a wall has made you aware that you need one on your property. When you search for these additions, you may repeatedly see gabion wall ideas. What is a gabion wall? What are gabion walls for? Find out in this article.
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Patio Furniture Ideas: New Outdoor Furniture For Your Garden
The design of our outdoor area is equally important to our garden layout. Click on this article for some summer garden furniture trends.
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Lacy Phacelia Info - Tips On Lacy Phacelia Growing And Care
The lacy phacelia flower may not be something you'd randomly plant in your garden. In fact, you may wonder just what is lacy phacelia? Read this article to find out more.
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Fordhook Watermelon Care: What Is A Fordhook Hybrid Melon
Some of us expect to grow watermelons this season. We know they need plenty of growing room, sunshine, and water. Perhaps we’re not sure which type of watermelon to grow though, since there are many to choose from. Why not try Fordhook. Learn more here.
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St. John's Wort Control: Learn How To Control St. John's Wort
You may know about St. John's wort for medicinal purposes but when you find it spreading throughout your landscape, your main concern will be getting rid of these plants. This article will help.
