Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:30 am How to Get Started: It is best to sow seeds directly into garden during late Spring. Choose an area of full sun and make sure that the soil is well-draining. Because the size varies so greatly, place plants at least a foot apart. Expect […]
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Plant Guide: Marigold
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:31 am How to Get Started: Pick an area of full sun with rich soil. Plants will still bloom in shade, but gardeners will notice their flowering blooms diminish quickly. Fertilize regularly throughout the season, taking care to deadhead dying blooms to keep the flowers blooming […]
Plant Guide: Crossandra
Last updated on November 7th, 2021 at 12:37 am How to Get Started: Bright but indirect sunlight is the place for these bad boys. If planting in a container, choose a rich, peat soil. Make sure that the soil used is well-draining, or you may have an issue with root rot. Bi-weekly, fertilize […]
Plant Guide: Barberry
Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 12:40 pm How to Get Started: Barberry does well in almost any area of the yard equipped with ample sunlight and well-draining soil. Some gardeners have even found success growing them in containers. Water heavily until the shrub has established itself, and then water once […]
Plant Guide: Spirea
Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 12:40 pm How to Get Started: Begin growing Spirea in late fall or early spring in an area of full sun. Soil should be well draining and acidic. Water plants deeply immediately after planting, and then make sure they get two inches of water weekly. […]
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Plant Guide: Japanese Painted Fern
Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 12:41 pm How to Get Started: Rich soil with added compost provide the best growth conditions for these perennials. Make sure that the soil has plenty of drainage, or you could lose your ferns to root rot. If you choose to add compost, you will not […]