Latest articles by Jackie Carroll
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Oleander Care: Tips For Growing Oleanders In The Garden
Oleander plants are among the most versatile of shrubs, with dozens of uses in southern and coastal landscapes. For tips on growing and caring for oleander shrubs in the landscape, this article will help.
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What Is Frost Crack: What To Do For Cracking Tree Trunks
During periods of cold winter nights followed by warm sunny days, you may discover frost cracks in trees. Read this article for more information on tree bark cracking. Learn more here.
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What Is Tree Wound Dressing: Is It Ok To Put Wound Dressing On Trees
When trees are wounded, through pruning or accidentally, some gardeners try to help by applying a tree wound dressing. But are there any real benefits of wound dressing on trees? Find out here.
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Care Of Alternanthera Joseph's Coat: How To Grow Alternanthera Plants
Joseph's coat plants (Alternanthera) are popular for their colorful foliage. These frost-tender perennials are grown as annuals and make fine specimens in the garden. Learn more in this article.
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Is My Peach Tree Still Dormant: Help For Peach Trees Not Leafing Out
Peach trees not leafing out can be a serious problem that may leave you wondering if you've done something wrong. When a peach tree has no leaves, you can blame the weather. Read here to learn more.
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Poplar Tree Cankers – Learn About Canker Disease In Poplar Trees
Cankers are physical deformities that may indicate a serious poplar tree disease. They are often the first in a series of symptoms that can end in the death of the tree. Learn about canker disease in poplar trees in this article.
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Blight Fig Disease – Tips For Treating Pink Blight In Figs
Fig trees add character to the landscape and produce a bounty of tasty fruit. Pink limb blight can ruin the shape of a tree and destroy the crop. Read this article to find out how to detect and treat this destructive disease of figs.
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What Are Viburnum Borers: Learn About The Control Of Viburnum Borer
Viburnum borers cause serious damage to shrubs in the viburnum family. Learn to identify these insect pests and eliminate them from the landscape with the viburnum borer treatment tips in this article. Click here for more info.
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Learn About Growing Plumcot Trees And Pluots
Plumcot fruit looks a lot like a plum, but one taste will tell you it's no ordinary plum. Pluots are similar fruits. Find out more about growing these hybrid fruit trees in the following article.
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Zone 5 Dry Shade Gardens: Growing Zone 5 Plants In Dry Shade
Dry shade describes the conditions under a tree with a dense canopy. Thick layers of foliage prevent sun and rain from filtering through, leaving an inhospitable environment for flowers. Click here to find suggested flowering plants for dry shade in zone 5.
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Zone 5 Nut Trees – Hardy Nut Trees That Grow In Zone 5
Nut trees add both beauty and bounty to the landscape. Most of them live a long time, so you can think of them as a legacy to future generations. There are many factors to consider when choosing zone 5 nut trees, and this article covers the trees best suited to the area.
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Hollyhock Rust Treatment: How To Control Hollyhock Rust In Gardens
If you've ever grown hollyhocks in a hot humid climate, you've probably seen its leaves with yellow spots on top and reddish-brown pustules on the undersides that indicate hollyhock rust. Find out how to control hollyhock rust in this article.
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What Is A Fringe Tree: Tips On Caring For Fringe Trees
In early spring, the delightful, fragrant flowers of the fringe tree burst into bloom. Fringe trees are outstanding landscape trees with many features to recommend them. Want to know more? You'll find all the fringe tree information you need in this article.
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Leatherleaf Viburnum Care: Growing A Leatherleaf Viburnum
Are you looking for a showy shrub for a shady location where most shrubs fail to thrive? We may know just what you're looking for. The leatherleaf viburnum's creamy white blossoms never fail, even when the shrub is planted in the shade. Learn more here.
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Cold Hardy Japanese Maple Trees – Will Japanese Maples Grow In Zone 3
Japanese maples are lovely trees that add structure and brilliant seasonal color to the garden. Since they rarely exceed a height of 25 feet (7.5 m.), they are perfect for small lots and home landscapes. Take a look at Japanese maples for zone 3 in this article.
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What Are Some Hardy Trees For Zone 3 Landscapes
Zone 3 is one of the colder zones in the U.S., where winters are long and frigid. Many plants simply won't survive in such harsh conditions. If you're looking for help in choosing hardy trees for zone 3, then this article should help with suggestions.
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What Are Twig Pruner Beetles: Tips On Twig Pruner Beetle Control
Small branches and cleanly cut twigs on the ground around a tree may indicate a problem with twig pruner beetles. The beetles attack many types of trees. Find out about identifying and controlling twig pruner beetles in this article.
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Japanese Black Pine Information – Growing Japanese Black Pine Trees
Japanese black pine is ideal for coastal landscapes where it grows to heights of 20 feet (6 m.). When grown further inland, it can reach a remarkable height of 100 feet (30.5 m.). Find out more about this big, beautiful tree in the article that follows.
