Latest articles by Mary H. Dyer
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Companion Plants For Dill: What To Plant With Dill In The Garden
If you're wondering what to plant with dill, experiment and see what works best in your garden. Here are some suggested dill companion plants - and a few things that AREN'T believed to be good dill plant companions. Click this article to learn more.
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Stickers, Barb, and Burrs: Fighting Weeds That Fight Back
Plants with burrs and stickers grow across much of the United States and Canada, so it’s no surprise that several types are at home here in Oregon’s high desert. Read about my battle here.
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Dreaming Of Flowers In The High Desert
When I moved back to the high desert, I was surprised to find flowers, like several large yuccas that produced beautiful spires of creamy, pale yellow blooms in midsummer.
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Hummingbirds And Trumpet Vines – Attracting Hummingbirds With Trumpet Vines
It's no mystery why trumpet vine is sometimes known as hummingbird vine, as hummingbirds and trumpet vine are an irresistible combination of nonstop color and movement. Learn more about the two in this article.
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Tender Dahlia Plants – Are Dahlia Flowers Annual Or Perennial
Are dahlia flowers annual or perennial? The flamboyant bloomers are classified as tender perennials, which means they may be annual or perennial, depending on your plant hardiness zone. Learn more about dahlia plants in this article.
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Chrysanthemum Varieties – What Are Some Different Types Of Mums
Gardeners delight in hundreds of different types of chrysanthemums, often classified by various criteria. To simplify the process for home gardeners, plants are often divided into eight distinct chrysanthemum plant types. Learn what those are here.
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Borage Varieties – Are There Different Borage Flowers
Borage is a tall, sturdy herb distinguished by deep green leaves covered with fuzzy, white hairs. Home herb gardeners can select from four primary varieties of borage, all equally beautiful and easy to grow. Learn more about various borage plant types here.
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Fuchsia Plant Galls: Tips On Controlling Fuchsia Gall Mites
The fuchsia gall mite, native to South America, was accidentally introduced to the west coast in the early 1980s. Since that time, the destructive pest has created headaches for fuchsia growers across the United States. Click this article to learn more.
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Pinon Nut Information – Where Do Pinon Nuts Come From
What are pinon nuts and where do pinon nuts come from? The nuts found in the cones of pinon trees are actually seeds, which are highly valued not only by people but by birds and other wildlife. Click here for more pinon nut information and uses.
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Harvesting Chestnut Trees: When And How To Harvest Chestnuts
Chestnut trees are attractive trees that prefer chilly winters and warm summers. The trees produce generous quantities of flavorful, nutrition-rich nuts inside spiny hulls, commonly known as burs. Want to know how to harvest chestnuts? Click here.
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Harvesting Pistachio Trees: When And How To Harvest Pistachios
Pistachio trees thrive in climates with hot summers and relatively cool winters. Although we think of pistachios as nuts, the delicious, nutritious treats are actually seeds. If you're wondering how to harvest pistachios, it isn't difficult. Click here to find out.
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Do Pitcher Plants Bloom: Learn About Pitcher Plant Flowers
Do pitcher plants bloom? They certainly do, and pitcher plant flowers are just as fascinating as the colorful, mysterious pitchers. Click on this article for more pitcher plant flower information. You'll be amazed at how lovely their flowers are.
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Western Juniper Trees: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
I love and appreciate evergreens, which require almost no care and look nice all year. But western juniper can be tricky. Learn more here.
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Astilbe Won’t Bloom: Reasons For Astilbe Not Blooming
Astilbe is one of America's most loved ornamental plants, and with good reason. This hardy perennial produces masses of blooms. It is generally a reliable bloomer, but if your astilbe won't bloom, there are several possible causes. This article will help.
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Xeriscape Gardens: Pros And Cons Of Xeriscaping
Xeriscaping means constructing a yard that uses less water, but doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a good thing. We’ll weigh the pros and cons here.
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Planting Prairie Grass: Don't Sweat The Small Stuff
My lawn isn’t green and manicured like a golf course, but I’m okay with that. Instead, a patch of natural prairie grass will do just fine. Learn more here.
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Pros And Cons Of Clover Planting - Reasons To Plant Clover Vs. Reasons Not To
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Pros And Cons Of Planting English Ivy In The Landscape
English ivy is beautiful but not always practical.
