Latest articles by Heather Rhoades
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How To Store Onion Sets: Storing Onions For PlantingPerhaps you found a great early deal on onion sets or maybe you just didn't get to plant them last season. Either way, you need to store them until you are ready for planting, and this article will help with that.
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Getting Green Pumpkins To Turn Orange After The Pumpkin Vine DiesNothing can be more disappointing than a frost that kills your pumpkin plant with green pumpkins still on it. But never fear, there are some things you can try to get your green pumpkin to turn orange. Click here for more.
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How To Harvest CilantroIf you wish to increase the life span of cilantro, harvesting it regularly will help greatly. When it comes to cilantro, harvesting is relatively easy. Read this article to learn about cilantro harvesting.
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Yellow Evening Primrose Plant: Wildflower In The GardenYellow evening primrose is a sweet little wildflower that does well in almost any part of the U.S. As the name suggests, the yellow evening primrose blooms at night. Learn more growing info in this article.
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Planting Caladiums - When To Plant Caladium BulbsLast fall, you may have spent some time saving caladium bulbs from your garden and are now left with the question of when to plant caladium bulbs. The tips in this article can help with that.
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Bonsai Trees: Information On BonsaiTraditional bonsai are outdoor plants from certain climatic zones trained to be indoors. They are regarded as regular pot plants and do quite well in our homes. Read this article for info on caring for bonsai plants.
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Coffee Plant Care - Growing Coffee Plants IndoorsDid you know that the same plant that grows coffee beans also makes a great houseplant? The coffee plant is great for both experienced and beginner gardeners. This article has more information.
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Growing African Daisies - Tips For Growing OsteospermumThey're bright and colorful, but the great thing about growing osteospermums is that they tolerate dry or poor soil and heat.
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Lichens On Trees - Treatment For Tree LichenLichens on trees area unique and harmless but some may consider them unsightly. Take a look in this article to learn what lichen on tree bark are and what the treatment for tree lichen is.
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Tips For Growing Lemon BalmWhile not as popular as other herbs, lemon balm is a wonderful herb to have in your garden. Wondering what to do with lemon balm and what is lemon balm used for exactly? Read this article to learn more.
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Fertilizing Lemons: Learn About Fertilizer For A Lemon TreeIf you are growing a lemon tree and it has not produced lemons and still looks healthy, it is possible the tree is lacking nutrients. This article will remedy that by explaining how to fertilize a lemon tree.
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Azalea Insect Problems - Lace Bug Damage To AzaleasAzaleas are a popular landscaping plant due to their ease of care and their beauty. But, for all their ease, they are not without a few problems. One of those is the azalea lace bug. Learn more in this article.
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How To Rid Plants Of Leaf MinersLeaf miner damage is unsightly and, if left untreated, can end up causing serious damage to a plant. Taking steps to rid plants of leaf miners will improve their overall health. Learn how to kill leaf miners in this article.
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How To Roll Out A Grass LawnTaking the time to roll out a grass lawn each spring can be an essential part of proper lawn maintenance. But others consider it unnecessary. What is the answer? Read this article to find out.
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Feeding Your HouseplantsIf you don't feed your houseplants regularly, they tend to underachieve. To maintain healthy, lush plants, you need to give them regular feedings. Get more information in this article.
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Tips For How To Kill English IvyThe same traits that make English ivy a wonderful ground cover can also make it a pain to remove from your yard. Removing ivy can be a difficult task, but not an impossible one. This article will help.
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Holly Problems: Holly Leaf Spot Or Holly Tar SpotMost holly plants are normally very resilient. But all are susceptible to holly leaf spot, also known as holly tar spot. Get tips on how to recognize and control holly leaf and tar spot in the article that follows.
