Latest articles by Mary H. Dyer
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How To Press Roses Flat - Preserving Pressed Roses
Although it’s tricky, pressing roses is possible and always worth the extra effort. Read on to learn more.
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Nasturtium Seed Harvest – Tips For Collecting Nasturtium Seeds
Harvesting nasturtium seeds is pretty simple, even for the youngest gardeners. Click here to learn how to gather nasturtium seeds for planting later.
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Seniors And Houseplants: Indoor Senior Gardening Ideas
Indoor gardening for seniors can help with depression, stress, and loneliness, especially while social distancing. Here are ideas.
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Fish Tank Herb Garden – Growing Herbs In An Old Aquarium
If you have an empty aquarium taking up space in your basement or garage, put it to use by turning it into an aquarium herb garden. Learn more here.
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DIY Old Fish Tank Terrarium: How To Make Aquarium Terrariums
Converting a fish tank into a terrarium is easy and even younger kids can make aquarium terrariums, with a little help. Learn more here.
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Fish That Eat Plants – Which Plant Eating Fish Should You Avoid
Growing plants with aquarium fish is rewarding, but if you want to combine plants and fish, learn what aquarium fish to avoid. This article will help.
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Outdoor Umbrella Plant Care: Growing An Umbrella Plant In Water Features
Aquatic umbrella plant is a low-maintenance plant with strappy, umbrella-like leaves. How do you grow an umbrella plant in water? Find out here.
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Red Water Lily Leaves: Reasons A Water Lily Has Red Leaves
What if your water lily has red leaves? The answer is usually simple, and the health of the plant isn’t affected. Learn about red leaves on water lilies here.
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Ruscus Plant Info: Learn About Ruscus Varieties For Gardens
Ruscus, also known as butcher's broom, is a shrubby, tough-as-nails evergreen. If you're looking for a drought-tolerant, shade-loving, deer-resistant plant, Ruscus is a good bet. Click on the following article for more Ruscus plant information.
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Scrophularia Information: What Is Red Birds In A Tree Plant
If you're interested in growing Scrophularia red birds, your best bet is a nursery that specializes in native, rare, or unusual plants. Learn more about Scrophularia red birds and how you can grow this amazing plant in your own garden by clicking here.
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Perennials For Shade: Shade Tolerant Perennials For Zone 8
Selecting perennials for shade is no easy task, but choices are plentiful for gardeners in moderate climates such as USDA plant hardiness zone 8. Click here for a list of zone 8 shade perennials and learn more about growing zone 8 perennials in shade.
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White Baneberry Care – How To Grow Doll’s Eye Plant In Gardens
Native to moist, deciduous woodlands, white baneberry (doll's eye) plants are rather odd-looking wildflowers, named for the clusters of small, white, black-spotted berries that appear in midsummer. Interested in growing white baneberry? Click here to learn more.
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Best Zone 8 Wildflowers – Tips On Wildflower Growing In Zone 8
Wildflower growing in zone 8 is easy due to the relatively mild climate, and the selection of wildflower plants in zone 8 is extensive. For more information about zone 8 wildflowers, simply click on the following article.
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Trouble With Swiss Chard: Common Swiss Chard Diseases And Pests
Swiss chard is generally a trouble-free veggie, but this cousin to the beet plant can sometimes fall prey to certain pests and diseases. Click here to learn about common problems with Swiss chard, and explore solutions to save the plant.
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Orchids For Zone 8 – Learn About Orchids Hardy In Zone 8
It's certainly true that many orchids are tropical plants that must be grown indoors in northern climates, but there's no shortage of cold-hardy orchids that can survive chilly winters. Click this article to learn about a few beautiful orchids hardy in zone 8.
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Water Iris Information – Learn About Water Iris Plant Care
Ever heard of water iris? No, this doesn't mean "watering" an iris plant but pertains to where the iris grows - in naturally wet or aquatic-like conditions. Click on the following article for more water iris information.
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Leopard Plant Care – Tips On Growing A Leopard Plant
The leopard plant is a bold plant that stands out in semi-shady garden spots. Although appreciated for the small, daisy-like blooms, the spectacular, dinner-plate-sized foliage is the real attention-getter. Growing leopard plants in the garden is easy. Click here to learn how.
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What Is A Butterfly Pea Plant: Tips On Planting Butterfly Pea Flowers
Butterfly pea is a trailing vine that produces pinkish-blue or violet blooms in spring and summer. As the name suggests, butterfly pea flowers are favored by butterflies, but birds and bees love them, too. Learn how to grow the vines in this article.
