Spring Bulbs In Container Gardens
Plant bulbs in groups of at least three using the same colors for a dramatic effect. If planting tulips, remember that you can plant for early, midseason and late blooms. Plant the bulbs in individual holes. The planting depth depends on the size ... [... more]
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Why Buy Potting Soil?
Weeds proliferate in garden soil. They will outcompete whatever we have planted in the container. It's their nature. We cannot use herbicides and expect desirable plants to thrive, so sterile potting soil is mandatory as it is certified to be ... [... more]
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Shady Container Gardening
Begonias come in an astounding variety of flower and leaf color and shapes. The common begonia is generally used as an annual, but will grow for a while in the house if it finds conditions to its liking. Generally, this means near a window that ... [... more]
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Beautify Problem Spots With Planters
Another approach that will help beautify an ugly wall or fence is using the "Vines of Summer" approach that Thomas Jefferson used at Monticello all the way back in 1812, when he planted white, scarlet, crimson, and purple flowering "Arbor ... [... more]
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Compost Tea Recipe - Fertilizer And Disease Prevention
You can use the tea after just a few hours of steeping, but two days of brewing is best to get the full benefit of the compost and bacteria. Remove the socks (or filter the tea, if making a larger batch) and pour the tea into your watering can or ... [... more]
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