Latest articles by Jackie Carroll
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Controlling Predatory Birds: What To Do For Birds Of Prey In My Garden
If you enjoy watching wildlife in your garden, for some of you, one animal you don't want to see is a bird of prey. Find out how to discourage hawks and owls from visiting your garden in this article should they be a threat to your peace of mind.
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Moving Hibiscus Plants: Tips For Transplanting Hibiscus
Your landscape is an ever-evolving work of art. As your garden changes, you might find that you have to move large plants, such as hibiscus. Read this article to find out how to transplant a hibiscus shrub to a new place in the garden.
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Cardinal Flower Info - Growing And Caring For Cardinal Flowers
The cardinal flower produces intense red blossoms at a time when many other perennials are declining in the summer heat. Find information about the cardinal wildflower plant in this article.
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Raising Humidity: How To Increase Humidity For Houseplants
Compared to a greenhouse environment, the conditions inside most homes are quite dry, especially in winter when the furnace is running. Use this article to get tips for increasing humidity inside your home.
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Reasons For White Cucumbers: Why Cucumber Fruit Turns White
Many cucumber seeds on the market today are bred to produce white fruit. But if you have planted green varieties and get white cucumbers instead, then it's time to look for problems. Read this article for more info.
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Using Geometry In Gardens: Planning A Golden Rectangle Garden
Using the elements of the golden rectangle and the golden ratio, you can create gardens that are compelling and relaxing, regardless of the plants you choose. Find out more about planning a golden rectangle garden in this article.
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Growing Golden Stars - How To Grow And Care For Green And Gold Plant
Golden star plants produce an abundance of bright, yellow-gold flowers from spring until autumn. They are ideal for an area that needs a continuous, uniform ground cover. Learn more in this article.
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Preventing Granulate Ambrosia Beetles: Granulate Ambrosia Beetle Prevention And Treatment
The granulate ambrosia beetle can completely devastate over 100 species of deciduous trees. Learn how to avoid this damage with the ambrosia beetle control info found in this article.
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Nettleleaf Goosefoot Weed Control: How To Get Rid Of Nettleleaf Goosefoot
Goosefoot is an annual weed closely related to chard and spinach. It invades lawns and gardens throughout the U.S., and if left to its own devices, it can take over. Learn about nettleleaf goosefoot identification and control in this article.
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What Is A Bird Blind: How To Create A Bird Viewing Blind
A bird blind lets you enjoy birds and other wildlife up close without scaring them away. Read this article to find tips about making a bird blind of your own do you can enjoy these creatures in your backyard.
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Holly Berry Midge Pests: Learn About Holly Midge Symptoms And Control
Holly shrubs take on a new character when their foliage becomes a backdrop for large clusters of berries. But when berries fail to ripen, the culprit is a small insect called a holly berry midge. Click here for more.
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Redwood Tree Identification: Learn About Redwood Forests
Redwood trees are the largest trees in North America and the second largest trees in the world. Would you like to know more about these amazing trees? Of course, you would! Click this article for redwood tree information.
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What To Feed Fig Trees: How And When To Fertilize Figs
One reasons fig trees are easy to grow is they rarely need fertilizer. Figs are slow-growing, but when fertilizer is needed, this article can help.
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What Is A Fir Clubmoss Plant?
Fir clubmosses are tiny evergreens that look like little conifers. These ancient plants have an interesting past. Read this article to find out more about the fir clubmoss plant, where it grows and what it looks like. Click here.
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What Is Flame Weeding: Information On Flame Weeding In Gardens
Does using a flame thrower makes you uneasy? Find out more about using heat to kill weeds. Click this article to get additional information.
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Growing Gloxinia Houseplants: Learn About The Care Of Gloxinia Plant
Gloxinia flower care is not too difficult. Get information on how to grow Gloxinia flowering houseplant in the following article so you can enjoy the vibrant blossoms in your home.
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Varieties Of Forsythia: What Are Some Common Forsythia Bush Varieties
Known for its bursts of brilliant yellow color that arrive even before the first leaf unfurls, forsythia is a delight to behold. But what other types are there? Find out about some popular forsythia varieties in this article. Click here for more info.
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Learn About Fertilizer Burn Of Plants
Using too much fertilizer can damage or even kill your lawn and garden plants. This article answers the question, "what is fertilizer burn?" and describes the fertilizer burn symptoms as well as how to prevent and treat it.
