Latest articles by Liz Baessler
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Low Chill Hour Apples – Tips On Growing Zone 8 Apple Trees
Apples are by far the most popular fruit in America and beyond. Zone 8 is right on the edge of places where apples can conceivably grow. Learn more about growing apples in hot climates and how to select apples for zone 8 in this article.
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Evergreen Dogwood Care – Learn How To Grow Evergreen Dogwood Trees
Evergreen dogwoods are beautiful, tall trees grown for their fragrant flowers and remarkable fruit. Learn more Cornus capitata information, including tips on evergreen dogwood care and how to grow an evergreen dogwood tree in this article.
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Wedelia Plant Care – Learn How To Grow Wedelia Groundcover Plants
Wedelia is a plant that has some very mixed reviews, and rightly so. While praised by some for its small, bright yellow flowers and ability to prevent erosion, it is also reviled by others for its aggressive spreading tendencies. Learn more about the plant here.
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Help, My Orchid Is Rotting: Tips On Treating Crown Rot In Orchids
Orchids are beautiful, delicate, and very hard to grow in the eyes of some. It's no wonder that orchid problems can send a gardener into a panic. This article will help with information about crown rot in orchids and orchid crown rot treatment.
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What Are Rakes Used For: Different Kinds Of Rakes For Gardening
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What Is A Transplant Spade: Using Transplant Spades In The Garden
Almost every gardener has a shovel, and probably a trowel too. And while you can get a long way with a few simple tools, it's sometimes nice to have the perfect utensil for the job. One such item is the tree transplant spade. Learn more in this article.
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Harvesting Juneberries: How And When To Pick Juneberries
Juneberries, also known as serviceberries, produce an abundance of edible berries. But what do you do with all that fruit? Click here to learn more about how and when to harvest juneberries, and how to use juneberries in the kitchen.
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Japanese Digging Knife – Using A Hori Hori Knife For Gardening
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Canary Vine Seed Propagation – Germinating And Growing Canary Vine Seeds
The canary vine is a beautiful annual that produces lots of bright yellow flowers and is often grown for its vibrant color. It is virtually always grown from seed. If you would like to learn more about canary vine seed propagation, this article will help.
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Growing Dogwoods In Pots – How To Grow Dogwoods In A Container
Dogwoods are beautiful trees with striking spring flowers and are commonly seen in the landscape. But have you ever wondered, "Can I grow dogwood in a container?". Click here to learn more about caring for potted dogwood trees.
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Bird Of Paradise Plant Bugs: How To Manage Insect Pests On Bird Of Paradise
Bird of paradise gets its name from the brightly colored, spiky flowers that look like tropical birds in flight. It's a showy plant, which makes it all the more devastating when it runs into trouble. Learn more about bugs that attack bird of paradise plants here.
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Zone 3 Vegetable Gardening: When To Plant Vegetables In Zone 3 Regions
Zone 3 is known for its cold winters and its especially short growing season, which can be a problem for annual plants as well. Click here to learn more about when to plant vegetables in zone 3 and how to get the best out of zone 3 vegetable gardening.
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What Are Sweet Onions – Learn About Sweet Onion Growing
Sweet onions are starting to become wildly popular. They get their name not from their high sugar, but their low sulfur content. Sweet onion growing can be a little tricky, however. Learn more about how to grow sweet onions in this article.
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Zone 3 Seed Starting: When To Start Seeds In Zone 3 Climates
Gardening in zone 3 is tricky. The growing season is typically short. Because of this, starting seeds indoors in the spring is pretty much essential with zone 3 gardening. Learn more about how and when to start seeds in zone 3 in this article.
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Trees For Small Spaces: Choosing The Best Trees For Urban Gardens
Trees can be a fantastic garden element. They're eye-catching and they create a real sense of texture and level. But if you have a very small space to work with, especially an urban garden, your choice of trees is somewhat limited. Get help with that here.
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Aspen Tree Information: Learn About Aspen Trees In Landscapes
Aspen trees are beautiful with white bark and leaves that turn a striking shade of yellow in the autumn, but they can be finicky in a few different ways. Learn more aspen tree information, including how to care for aspen trees in landscapes in the following article.
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Cat’s Claw Plant Care: How To Grow Cat’s Claw Vines
Cat's claw is a prolific, fast-growing vine that produces tons of bright, vibrant flowers. It spreads quickly and is considered invasive in some places, but if you treat it right, it can have a big payoff. Learn more about how to grow cat's claw vines here.
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Zone 6 Shade Loving Plants: Growing Shade Plants In Zone 6
Shade is tricky. Not all plants grow well in it, but most gardens and yards have it. Finding cold hardy plants that thrive in shade can be even trickier. That said, there are more than enough zone 6 shade-loving plants out there. Learn more in this article.
