Latest articles by Jackie Carroll
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Philodendron Houseplants: How To Care For A Philodendron PlantPhilodendron care is easy because if you watch for the signals, the plant will tell you exactly what it needs. Click here to learn more.
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Tips For Growing Russian SageRussian sage is drought tolerant and loved by pollinators. And it looks great to boot. Learn to grow it here.
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What Are Wooly Adelgids: Learn About Hemlock Woolly Adelgid TreatmentHemlock woolly adelgids can seriously damage or even kill hemlock trees. Is your tree at risk? Click here to find out.
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What Is A Saprophyte And What Do Saprophytes Feed OnFungi and certain bacteria are members of a group called saprophytes. Click here to learn about these weird but essential organisms.
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Non-Blooming Cyclamen: Reasons Why Cyclamen Buds Don’t OpenIf your cyclamen plant is covered in buds, it's a huge letdown if they don't open. Click here to learn why cyclamen flowers don't bloom.
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Flea Control For Gardens: Learn About Lawn And Garden Flea ControlWant to keep yourself and your pets safe from fleas in the garden? Click here to learn about garden flea control.
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How To Propagate Lantana: Learn How To Grow Lantana From Cuttings And SeedsPropagating lantana plants is easy. Click here to learn how to grow more of these beautiful summer flowers.
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Ants On Camellia Flowers: Why Are Camellia Buds Covered With AntsWhen you see ants on camellia buds, you can bet there are aphids nearby. Learn why this is and what can be done about it in this article.
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Aquatic Weed Control: Tips For Controlling Weeds In Water GardensSome of the most lovely plants for pools and ponds become weeds when conditions are favorable for their rampant growth. Once established, these plants are very difficult to control. This article will tell you more about controlling weeds in water gardens.
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Winter Bloom Forcing: Tips On Forcing Shrubs To Bloom In WinterIf gloomy winter days have you down, why not brighten them instead by forcing flowering shrub branches into bloom? Get started by reading this article and soon you will be rewarded with new growth and color.
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Indian Hawthorn Pruning: How And When To Cut Indian Hawthorn PlantsOne of the features that make Indian hawthorn plants so easy to grow is that they rarely need pruning. Read this article to find out how to prune an Indian hawthorn.
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Caring For Chinese Lanterns - Tips For Growing Chinese Lantern PlantsThe delight of a Chinese lantern plant is the large, red-orange, inflated seed pod from which the plant gets its common name. Get tips on caring for these plants with the info found in this article.
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Gray Dogwood Care - Learn About The Gray Dogwood ShrubThe gray dogwood isn't a tidy or attractive plant that you would want to plant in a well-groomed garden, but if you are planting a wildlife area or want a shrub for difficult conditions, it may be just what you need. Read on for information about this humble shrub.
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Carpenter Bee Control: How To Prevent Carpenter Bee DamageCarpenter bees pose little threat to people, but they can cause serious damage to exposed wood. Read this article to find out how to get rid of carpenter bees. Click here for more information.
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What Is A Garden Journal: Tips On Keeping A Garden JournalKeeping a garden journal is a fun, fulfilling activity that creates a complete record of your garden. This article shares garden journal ideas to help you learn from your success and mistakes, and improve your gardening skills.
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Leyland Cypress Tree: How To Grow Leyland Cypress TreesLeyland cypress is an appealing choice for medium to large landscapes and makes an excellent choice for a quick specimen lawn tree or a privacy hedge. Get tips for growing a Leyland cypress tree here.
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Feijoa Pineapple Guava Info: Tips On Growing Feijoa Fruit TreesOne of the easiest fruits to grow, pineapple guava gets its name from the flavor of the fragrant fruit. It is ideal for small spaces because it's small and doesn't need a second tree for pollination. Find out more about growing pineapple guava in this article.
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Freesia Bulb Plant: When And How To Plant A Freesia CormA wide range of colors and an alluring floral fragrance make freesia hard to resist. The freesia bulb plant is easy to force indoors on sunny windowsills, or plant them in the garden. This article has more info.
