If they are outside, place in the shade. If inside, either a northern exposure window or under fluorescent lights for 16 hours per day. It will take four to eight weeks for roots to develop. When the cuttings have rooted, gradually open the plastic, a few hours a day, to acclimate ...
Most houseplants grown for their flowers need to be within three feet of a bright window (examples: African violets, gardenias, orchids). All plants require a period of darkness; it’s when they do most of their growing! Light exposure should not exceed 16 hours. Rotate plants once in a ...
Gardenias are known to be a bit of a challenge for gardeners. Frankly, the plant is picky and often needs more attention than other flowering shrubs. It prefers fairly acidic soil (a pH of 5.0 to 6.0), likes a tropical climate (but suffers in too much direct sun), and doesn’t transp...
If you’re a pro, feel free to take on more finicky plants like gardenias and delphiniums. If you’re new to gardening, consider native wildflowers. They still produce beautiful flowers, but they’re naturally adapted to the climate and are generally more pest and disease resistant. Plus, ...
gardenias…..never touch them June 16, 2020 by Stan Biles For fifteen years my orchard has been heavily visited by deer all year and almost every day/night. Dogwoods surround the orchard. I have never had any animal damage to my dogwoods. So far they have been deer-proof. My cherry...
Add one part compost to the soil you removed from the hole and mix the compost in well. Dig up the lilac bush. Position the shovel approximately 1 foot outside of the outer perimeter of the shrub, and dig a circular perimeter around the entire shrub. Continue digging down until you can...
With necessary attention to soil, light, and proper selection, these plants can thrive throughout the South. Azalea species can be evergreen or deciduous. Plant sizes vary somewhat within groups, but most individual plants are roughly equal in height and width. As beautiful as they are, ...