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When & Where to Plant Hydrangeas Light: Most types of hydrangeas grow best in part shade, but can tolerate full sun in northern gardens. In the South, hydrangeas need afternoon shade. Soil Conditions: Hydrangeas like a moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Hydrangeas grow best on slightly acid...
Regular watering is important to keep the soil moist, which should be up to three times a day. However, avoid overwatering the plant as this can also lead to the demise of the plant. Daily misting session with the use of spray bottle can help the plant to remain healthy. Image Credit:...
Boxwood bushes are extremely flexible and can adapt to various types of well-drained soils. Ideal soil pH is 6.5 to 7. For more on proper soil preparation and how to adjust your pH if needed, read Garden Soil 101. Amendments & fertilizer: Apply a balanced all-purpose fertilizer in spring...
Where to Plant Crabapple Crabapple trees grow best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic soil pH. A moderate-to-fast grower, crabapple trees need to be planted where they have plenty of space to expand to their mature size. Create a living fence by planting cra...
Silvery green leaves create a lovely backdrop for the large, pendant flowers. Photo by: imageBroker / Shutterstock Crown Imperial Fritillaria imperialis Zones: 4-8 Height: 3 to 4 feet tall Bloom time: April to May Growing requirements: Well-drained, sandy soil. Full sun. Highly susceptible...
Leeks grow best in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Add a couple of inches of aged compost or commercial organic planting mix to the planting bed in the spring ahead of planting. Turn the soil to 12 inches deep. The soft roots of leeks do not like compacted soil. Turn the soi...
types of plants require very little fertilizer and can tolerate some drought conditions; they thrive best in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter; light feeders may be more vulnerable to insects so mulching might be useful; fast-acting liquid fertilizers also work very well in this ...
Choose well-drained soils that improve aeration and remove all unwanted water. Planting in the wrong soil can quickly lead to the death of your plant. For those grown indoors, this is especially important as the wrong soil mix can quickly lead to waterlogging and root rot – an incredibly di...
They’re at their best when they get six to eight hours of direct light. Give them too little sunlight, and you’ll get a weak plant that produces few flowers. So choose your mum-planting place wisely. Mums are happiest in rich, well-drained soil. Add compost...