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Potatoes are a versatile and delicious crop for home gardens. Many gardeners opt to grow spuds in bags or containers rather than directly in the ground. This method allows placement on patios and balconies and makes for easy harvesting. However container-grown potatoes can encounter problems. Read on to learn the most common pitfalls of growing … Read more
Of all the flying insects, wasps are right up there with mosquitoes in terms of annoyance and danger. Sprays can keep pests away, but their nests need to be taken down and steps should be taken to keep them from coming back. in this article, we will answer the following questions: As a homeowner nothing … Read more
With their bright, cheery faces and versatility, it’s no wonder fresh sunflowers are a popular choice for arrangements and décor. But where can you find fresh cut sunflowers locally? This guide covers the best places to buy fresh sunflowers in your area. Farmer’s Markets Farmer’s markets are a top source for fresh cut flowers, including … Read more
Candy onions are a sweet hybrid variety that makes a delicious addition to any garden. Getting the planting depth right is key to growing big, healthy candy onions In this comprehensive guide, we’ll look at the ideal planting depth for candy onion sets, seeds, and seedlings along with tips for preparing the soil, proper spacing, … Read more
To remove the pups, they should be at least 1/3 to 1/2 the size of the mother plant. Hold both mother and pup at their bases and gently twist in a downward motion. If this is hard to do, you may have to cut down as close to the mother as possible to get rid … Read more
Red shoots on roses can be a sign of healthy new growth, but they can also indicate disease. Understanding the difference between normal red growth and diseased shoots is important for properly caring for roses. Normal Red Growth Many rose varieties produce red or reddish shoots as part of their natural growth cycle. This coloration … Read more
Fast Growing Summer annual with extensive root system, breaks up compaction. Attractive flowers for pollinators. Creates extensive biomass. Produces black. Fast Growing Summer annual with extensive root system, breaks up compaction. Attractive flowers for pollinators. Creates extensive biomass. Produces black oil seeds that are meatier and have a higher oil content than other sunflower seeds. … Read more
Sunflowers are a classic warm-weather annual flower. As the seasons change from summer to fall, it’s time to decide what to do with sunflower stalks. Some gardeners simply pull up spent plants, while others choose to cut them down. So which is better – cutting or removing sunflowers completely in fall? Here’s what you need … Read more
Red trumpet flowers are eye-catching displays of miniature trumpets on a vine. The enticing trumpet shape attracts animals with long thin beaks such as hummingbirds. They like to use their beaks to draw nectar out of the elongated flower. The flowers of these plants come in a range of bright red shades, from deep red … Read more
As any gardener knows, plants can be expensive to purchase. Starting plants from seeds can take a long time. That’s why learning techniques for plant propagation is a valuable skill for multiplying your garden’s bounty. Propagation allows you to turn one plant into many new plants quickly, easily, and for free. In this guide we’ll … Read more