Shelley Pierce
Shelley Pierce was a writer for Gardening Know How, contributing to hundreds of articles for the site.
Latest articles by Shelley Pierce
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No Fruit On A Quince Tree – Why Is Quince Fruit Not Forming
There's nothing more frustrating than a fruit tree that's not fruiting. Have you questioned, "Why won't my quince tree fruit? Why is quince fruit not forming?" Well, wonder why no longer. Click here to learn more about why there is no fruit on a quince tree.
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Do Deer Eat Pawpaws – Tips For Keeping Deer Out Of Pawpaw Trees
I have been considering planting and growing pawpaw trees, but I have a bit of trepidation about the whole deer issue. Are pawpaws deer resistant? Is there a way of keeping deer out of pawpaw trees? Let's find out more together in this article.
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Guava Tree Fertilizer: How To Feed A Guava Tree
There is always a bit of a challenge in determining a plant?s fertilizer requirements because variables such as frequency and quantity, for instance, can change over the course of the plant?s lifetime. Such is the case with guava trees. Click this article to learn more.
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Cranberry Companion Plants: What To Grow Near Cranberries
Whenever you decide to plant anything, you should learn about the plants that are companions to it in order to maximize your plants? performance. This is exactly what I did with my cranberry plants. Click here to learn more about plants that grow well with cranberries.
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Indoor Plumeria Care – How To Grow Plumeria Plants Indoors
You want to grow plumeria at home but feel geographically disadvantaged because you don?t live in the right planting zone (zone 9-11). But can you grow plumeria inside? What is required for indoor plumeria care? Click this article on to learn more.
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Potted Lovage Care: How To Grow Lovage In A Pot
When you think about herbs, many instantly come to mind such as rosemary, thyme, and basil. But lovage? All of my other herbs are grown in pots, but can you grow lovage in pots too? Learn more about how to grow lovage in a pot by clicking this article.
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Greek Oregano Info – How To Grow Greek Oregano Plants
One of my favorites in the herb garden is Greek oregano, also known as European or Turkish oregano. So just what is Greek oregano? Click here to learn more about Greek oregano uses, how to grow Greek oregano and other Greek oregano info.
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Rhubarb Seed Growing: Can You Plant Rhubarb From Seeds
So, you've decided to plant some rhubarb and are in a quandary about what method of propagation is best. The question, "Can you plant rhubarb seeds", may have crossed your mind. Before you get too committed, let's make sure it's the right move for you. Learn more here.
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Rhubarb Plant Seeds – How To Collect Rhubarb Seeds For Planting
I let my rhubarb flower. But, hey, I enjoyed a splendid show of flowers and now have a rhubarb seed collection for planting more rhubarb next year! So, if you?re feeling rebellious, click here to learn more about how to collect rhubarb seeds for planting next year.
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Will Cast Iron Plants Grow Outside: Learn About Outdoor Cast Iron Planting
Got a brown thumb or not as attentive to your plants as you should be? If so, then the resilient cast iron plant is for you. While it makes a great easy-to-care for houseplant, will cast iron plants grow outside? Click this article to learn more.
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Kentucky Wisteria Plants: Caring For Kentucky Wisteria In Gardens
There are about ten known species of Wisteria, with numerous cultivars associated with each that are native to the eastern United States and eastern Asia. Kentucky wisteria is one. Click this article to learn more about caring for Kentucky wisteria vines in the garden.
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Calibrachoa Winter Care: Can You Overwinter Calibrachoa Million Bells
I love their showy petunia-like flowers and don't want to see the final curtain fall, so I had to ask myself, "Can you overwinter calibrachoa? Is there a way of overwintering million bells and, if so, how?" Find out about calibrachoa winter care in this article.
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Outdoor Philodendron Care – How To Care For Philodendrons In The Garden
While they have a reputation as great easy-to-grow houseplants, can philodendron plants grow outdoors? Why yes, they can! So let?s learn more about how to care for philodendrons outside! Click this article for additional information.
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Tassel Fern Information: How To Grow A Japanese Tassel Fern Plant
Japanese tassel fern plants lend a touch of elegance to shade or woodland gardens due to their mounds of gracefully arching, glossy, dark-green fronds. Click the article that follows to learn more about how to grow a Japanese tassel fern.
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Spanish Peanut Information: Tips On Growing Spanish Peanuts In Gardens
If you've ever enjoyed peanut candies or peanut butter, then I'm sure you are familiar with their tasty potential and can't wait to get started growing Spanish peanuts in your garden. Let's get talking about Spanish peanut information and find out how to grow Spanish peanuts here.
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What Are Parasitic Plants: Learn About Parasitic Plant Damage
Mistletoe actually is one of many different types of parasitic plants out there. Given that there are over 4,000 species of parasitic plants in existence, you will need some parasitic plant info to help you make sense of it all. Learn more about parasitic plants here.
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Q & A with Ruth Clausen, Co-Author of "Essential Perennials"
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Scavenger Hunt Contest for the Golden King of Siberia Tomato
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Q&A with Peter Burke, author of Year-Round Indoor Salad Gardening
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Q&A with Rhonda Fleming Hayes, Author of "Pollinator Friendly Gardening"
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Q&A with Jenny Peterson, Author of "The Cancer Survivor's Garden Companion"
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Q&A with Zahid Sardar, Author of "In & Out of Paris: Gardens of Secret Delights"
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