Darcy Larum
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Braeburn Apple Care – Tips For Growing Braeburn Apples At Home
If you live in U.S. hardiness zones 5-8 and are looking for a delicious, easy-to-grow apple tree, Braeburn may be just what you are looking for. Click on the following article for tips on growing Braeburn apples in the landscape.
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Caring For Bleeding Hearts: How To Grow A Fringed Bleeding Heart Plant
While the old-fashioned Asian native bleeding heart (Dicentra spectabilis) is the most commonly used type in gardens, growing fringed bleeding heart varieties is gaining popularity. What is a fringed bleeding heart? Click here for more information.
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White Mulberry Info: Tips On Caring For White Mulberry Trees
If you're not put off by their messy fruit, there are many types of mulberries to choose from for the landscape. This article will cover white mulberry trees, which may be fruiting or fruitless. Click here for more information on white mulberry care in the garden.
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Rotting Cactus Plants: Learn About Erwinia Soft Rot In Cactus
Cacti are susceptible to a number of rot diseases, just like any other plant. While oftentimes cactus rot diseases are caused by too much water and humidity, this article will specifically discuss Erwinia soft rot in cactus plants.
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Zone 8 Deer Resistant Plants – Are There Plants Deer Hate In Zone 8
If you live in zone 8 and would like to prevent your landscape from becoming the favorite restaurant of local deer, use the following information from this article to learn more about deer resistant plants in zone 8.
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Tree Budding Info: What Is Budding Propagation
What is budding propagation? Propagation by budding is a pretty common method of plant propagation, in which a plant bud is grafted onto the stem of a rootstock plant. You can learn more about this method of plant propagation in this article.
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What Is A Seed Head: Identifying Flower Seed Heads
Many times people will hesitate to ask a question like: "What is a seed head?" because they are afraid it will make them look stupid. Truth is, there are no stupid questions. In this article, we will cover how to recognize a seed head on plants.
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Pastel Garden Ideas – Tips For Creating A Pastel Garden
Pastel colors can make us feel relaxed, refreshed and peaceful. In a garden space intended for peace, quiet and relaxation, pastel garden schemes are often used. For more information about using pastels in the garden and types of pastel flowers, click here.
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DIY Slow Release Watering: Making A Plastic Bottle Irrigator For Plants
Just as we rely on our water bottles throughout the day, plants can benefit from a slow release watering system as well. While you can purchase fancy irrigation systems, you can also make a plastic bottle irrigator. Learn how to make a soda bottle drip feeder here.
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Cyclamen Plant Division: How To Divide Cyclamen Bulbs
Many cyclamen plants become trash because people are unaware of how to properly care for them. Well cared for cyclamen plants can be grown for years and divided to create more. Learn about dividing cyclamen plants in this article.
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How To Divide A Banana Tree: Information On Banana Plant Splitting
Like most fruit trees, a banana plant sends out suckers. With grafted fruit trees, it is recommended that you prune and discard suckers, but banana plant suckers can be split from the parent plant and grown as new plants. Learn more here.
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My Citrus Stems Are Dying – Reasons For Citrus Limb Dieback
While growing citrus fruits at home is usually a very rewarding activity, things can sometimes go wrong. One increasingly common problem is citrus twig dieback. In this article, we will go over the common reasons why twig dieback of citrus trees may occur.
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Container Grown Peanuts: How To Grow Peanut Plants In Containers
While they may be the pride of the South, those of us in northern areas can still grow peanuts. We need only grow them in containers to extend the growing season and keep them warm. Learn how to grow peanut plants in containers here.
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Hardy Cover Crops – Growing Cover Crops In Zone 7 Gardens
Cover crops add nutrients to depleted soils, prevent weeds, and control erosion. Which type of cover crop you use depends on which season it is and what your specific needs are in the area and hardiness zone. In this article, we'll discuss growing cover crops in zone 7.
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What Is Agave Crown Rot: How To Save Plants With Crown Rot
Mid- to late-summer crown rot of agave plants can be common in cooler climates and potted plants. Learn what you can do for agave plants with crown rot in the article that follows. Click here for additional information.
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Protecting Plants In Severe Weather – Learn About Thunderstorm Plant Damage
Lightning strikes off in the distance, for a brief moment lighting up your view, showing you all the destruction you will have to deal with once the storm passes - downed limbs or trees, pots blown away, plants flattened, etc. Learn how to protect plants from thunderstorms here.
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Transplanting Sago Palms – How To Transplant Sago Palm Trees
While some plants transplant easily, others do not. One such plant that prefers not to be transplanted once established is the sago palm. Should you find yourself needing to transplant a sago palm, this article is for you. Click here for more information.
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Managing Root Rot In Agave – How To Treat Agave Root Rot
Root rot is a common disease in plants that is usually caused by poor drainage or improper watering. While more common in potted plants, root rot can also affect outdoor plants. Learn more about managing root rot in agave with the following information.
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Curly Dock Control – How To Kill Curly Dock Plants In The Garden
From the look of it, we expect it to wilt over dead or crumble to ash any second, yet it persists, sometimes even poking its dried brown tips right through snow banks of winter. This ugly weed is curly dock, and it can seem nearly impossible to kill. Learn more here.
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Cocklebur Control – Tips For Getting Rid Of Cocklebur Weeds
You take a simple nature walk only to discover hundreds of sharp, little burrs stuck in your pants, socks, and shoes. These nasty burrs from cocklebur are no doubt an intolerable nuisance. Learn about controlling cocklebur weeds in this article.
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Using Ancient Herbs: Tips On Creating An Ancient Herb Garden
Ever wonder what an ancient Roman herb garden would have looked like? Perhaps you wonder what are ancient herbs. Find the answers to these questions in this article, as well as information on how to create an ancient herb garden of your own.
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What Is A Posy: Tips On Creating A Posy Plant Garden
We've all heard the verse: "Ring around the rosie, pocket full of posies?" Have you ever questioned, exactly what is a posy (or posey)? Click on the following article to learn the answer, as well as tips on how you can create a posy plant garden of your own.
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