Mums do best in consistently moist, but not soggy, soil. Water the mums whenever the top inch of soil dries out. When watering, use enough irrigation to moisten the soil to a depth of4 to 6 inches. For mature m
How to grow plants in potsStephanie Choo
Proper watering of the plants in your containers is crucial to having them perform their best. Once you get a little bit of experience, understanding when and how much to water becomes almost second nature. However, when you are first starting out, figuring out how to make those plants happy...
Remember though, that when you are growing plants in pots or planters, that those plants are much more dependent on you to provide their necessities in life. They are in a limited amount of soil, with their roots restricted, and exposed to the elements far more than if they were field ...
Plant one tuber per pot, planting it at the same depth it was in the tray. Place in a brightly lit area and water as needed to keep the soil moist. Step 6 Pinch off the very tip of each growing stem when it is 3 inches tall. This encourages full, lush growth and prevents leggine...
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Most garden mums should be able to endure a light fall frost. Cover the plants at night when freeze warnings are in effect. To keep the plant attractive and healthy, snip off any dead blossoms as soon as they wilt. However, if you are in a cold climate, leaving the dead foliage on ...
Dig up a plant in the summer, and break the clump into smaller sections, and replant into new pots. Do not do this any more frequently as Nerines do not like their soil to be disturbed. Nerine bulbs can be bought from the shop later in the summer and should be planted straight away...
Mums are pretty straightforward plants. You need to keep their soil moist (not too dry and not too wet). Always water at the base of the plant. Your mums are hungry and benefit from receiving a balanced fertilizer monthly (10-10-10). When you put the mums into the ground, mulch them...
I’ve learned that once those vines start sprawling, pumpkins turn into some of the hungriest and thirstiest plants in the garden. They need deep, steady watering to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during hot spells, and plenty of nutrients to fuel their rapid growth. I always start...