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Spider mites are a common garden pest that damage plants by sucking out sap and chlorophyll from leaves and stems Left uncontrolled, heavy infestations can severely weaken, stunt, or even kill plants While miticides or insecticides are one control option, these chemicals can harm populations of beneficial insects A safer, more eco-friendly approach is using … Read more
Azaleas are classic spring-blooming shrubs, lighting up the landscape with their colorful flowers. But in recent years, new varieties known as Encore Azaleas have become popular for their ability to bloom not just in spring, but again in the fall. While some gardeners feel fall-blooming azaleas are not natural, they provide an appealing extension of … Read more
Phlox is not a preferred plant for deer to eat. Deer tend not to be attracted to scented plants. Tall phlox dies back when exposed to frost. The aerial portion is dead during the winter months. Deer will eat from your garden all year, but they are less picky in the winter when their favorite … Read more
Narrow borders might lack the promise of larger spaces, but a little creativity can work wonders. One of the best ways to deal with a narrow border is to use the space up high by growing trees and shrubs that you can train to climb. Of all the herbaceous perennials you could plant, many of … Read more
Among the earliest blooms of spring, nodding snowdrop flowers offer hope that winter will soon pass. Their graceful, white blossoms brighten gardens and natural areas before most plants emerge. If you’d like to grow these harbingers of spring, snowdrop bulbs can be purchased from various retailers. Knowing where to source top quality snowdrop bulbs ensures … Read more
CORVALLIS, Ore. – A lot of lilac lovers can’t wait for spring, when the pink, lavender, or white flowers bloom and fill the air with their sweet scent. An unsightly case of lilac blight can turn that excitement to disappointment in no time. Lilac blight is hard to get rid of, so when you buy … Read more
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live somewhere cold or want plants to grow faster, space them out at the shorter end of the range. If you live somewhere warm, don’t have a lot of money, or … Read more
If you’ve ever owned a snake plant, then you know it’s not an especially hard-to-care-for plant. To make sure your snake plant stays healthy and grows as well as it can, you can still do some things. Knowing how to keep your snake plant from turning brown at its tips is one such thing. So, … Read more
Finding strange sticky spots around your home can be unsettling. While sticky residue inside can have various causes it’s often a sign of an insect infestation. Certain bugs produce honeydew and other sticky substances that coat walls furniture, and other surfaces. Identifying the culprits and using effective treatments can eliminate the bugs and their bothersome … Read more
As a passionate gardener, I’m always seeking eye-catching annuals to energize my flower beds and containers This year, I’ve discovered the perfect pick – pink and white striped petunias! These bi-colored beauties combine visual intrigue with high performance If you love petunias but crave something more unique than solid colors, explore these stunning striped varieties. … Read more