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Information on Growing a Climbing Hydrangea
Climbing hydrangea blooms in spring with large, dramatic flower clusters. It may be a few years before the vine blooms for the first time, but the flowers are worth the wait. Meanwhile, enjoy the dense, dark green foliage on vines that will climb almost any structure.
How to Germinate Sedum
Commonly called stonecrop, plants of the genus Sedum occur throughout the Northern Hemisphere in mountain, woodland and meadow environments. Species such as goldmoss sedum (S. acre) and Pacific sedum (S. divergens) are cultivated in gardens for their attractive, succulent foliage and creeping growth
How Much Miracle-Gro Should I Use for Tomatoes?
Tomato plants are hungry vines, gobbling up high levels of both water and soil-borne nutrients to support foliage growth and fruit production. For the biggest tomato yield, supply each plant with regular fertilization. When it comes to picking a fertilizer, Miracle-Gro products come recommended by
When Does a Rose of Sharon Start to Bud?
The rose of Sharon (Aibiscus syriacus), sometimes called shrub Althea, is considered a large shrub or a small tree. Rose of Sharon produces single or double flowers in red, blue, purple or white.
Unique Flowering Trees
Flowering trees can add beauty to a landscape that features a variety of shade trees. Many unique flowering trees yield flowers that are fragrant or attractive to wildlife. These flowering trees can add instant interest to any residential or commercial landscape.
Plants and Shrubs for Landscaping
Carefully chosen plants and shrubs add curb appeal.Nick M Do/Photodisc/Getty ImagesBefore landscaping with plants and shrubs, gardeners must evaluate soil and light conditions and determine goals for their garden project. Does the green space need to provide color and visual interest?...
What Is the California Wild Flower?
The California poppy, botanically known as Eschscholzia californica, is the state flower. This bright orange wildflower is native to the west coast of North America.
How to Propagate a Russian Sage
Perovskia atriplicifolia, also known as Russian sage, is actually neither Russian nor a sage, but it is a garden perennial that can be used as a filler plant. It produces blooms from early spring into the fall that often attract butterflies. The plant received its informal name because its foliage g
Characteristics of Aged Weeping Willow Trees
Middle-aged weeping willowAmerican Images Inc/Photodisc/Getty ImagesWillows are a notoriously short-lived tree, for all their ornamental beauty and graceful growing habit. A native of Asia, the willow can and does thrive all over North America. Unfortunately, it will rarely survive more...
Adaptations of the Coconut Tree
With the fruit's wide array of uses in foods, lotions and other products, coconuts (Cocos nucifera) are sometimes referred to as "the tree of life." Amazingly adaptable, this palm's ability to spread its seeds and grow in a variety of conditions allowed it to become a pan-tropical species. Originall
Goldenrod Identification
Goldenrod plants are aggressive-growing perennials and members of the daisy family. Goldenrod blooms appear in late summer or fall, around the same time that ragweed blooms. Though often blamed for triggering allergies, goldenrods do not cause hay fever, notes Iowa State University Extension.
What Do Blueberries Grow On?
Blueberries are members of the genus Vaccinium, a group which contains approximately 450 species and includes cranberries, bilberries and huckleberries. In the United States, there are essentially five types of blueberry bushes: highbush (northern and southern), rabbiteye, lowbush and half-high. Eac
How to Kill Grubs in Orchids
"Grub" is a general name for insect larva. Some of the grubs that feed on orchids include weevils, flies, midges and borers. Insect larvae are most often an outdoor plant problem, but not always. A female insect hanging by the door at the right time can see an opportunity to crawl or fly into your h
What Can Be Added to Water to Help Cut Flowers Stay Fresh Longer?
Whether picked from your own garden or purchased from a floral shop, flowers add beauty but have a limited lifespan. The process of cutting flowers for arrangements lets in bacteria, fungi and viruses while removing the food source.
How to Propagate a Blanket Flower
Blanket flower (sometimes called blanketflower, Indian blanket flower, or firewheel) is an annual or perennial that's quite easy to grow. With its daisy-like flowers in bright colors (red, orange, and yellow), blanket flower is native to the U.S. and Canada. In fact, it's because they "blanket" wild
Can I Root a Semi Ripe Cutting of a Fruit Tree?
Using cuttings to grow new plants is referred to as vegetative propagation. There are many types of cuttings including a semiripe cutting for fruit tree propagation. Fruit trees that grow from cuttings are exact replicas of the parent plant as opposed to those that are grown from seed. Seed-grown fr
How to Care for Bamboo Towels
Bamboo towels are known for being soft. ConsumerReports.org says that towels made of a cotton and bamboo blend were softer after laundering than were all-cotton towels. But the website debunks two other qualities touted by some towel manufacturers: that bamboo towels are anti-microbial and biodegrad
How to Moisturize With Aloe Vera Leaf
The aloe vera plant provides an all natural way to moisturize your skin. According to Steven D. Ehrlich of the University of Maryland Medical Center, aloe vera plants aid the healing of many skin conditions, from dry skin to sunburns. The aloe vera plant consists of 99 percent water and 1 percent ge
Honeysuckle Bush Types
The berries of most honeysuckle shrubs are adored by songbirds, which helps spread their seeds.Natures Bird Food - Honeysuckle Berries image by T^i^ from Fotolia.comExotic honeysuckle bush varieties belong to the Lonicera genus. Widely imported from their native homelands of China, Japan...
How to Grow Soybeans in Maryland
Maryland consists of rolling plains, hills and valleys with good farmland. The average precipitation is 44 inches annually, with freezing temperatures between November and March. The average temperature in July is 87 degrees Fahrenheit. Maryland's hot, humid summers and mild winters make growing soy