Drowning is a serious backyard danger to kids, andproper pool safetyis always a must. Your pool should be barricaded with a 4-foot fence and self-locking gate if you have small children. You can also install an alarm that will alert you if your child someone gets through the gate. Remov...
However, generally speaking, Azaleas and Rhododendrons require the same type of care and (very little) maintenance so I always think of them as part of the same group. Keep reading to find out all the details of growing and caring for Rhododendrons and Azaleas. Pick Plants For Your Zone...
Rhododendron spp. and hybrids Zones: Most are hardy in Zones 6-9; with some deciduous varieties hardy down to Zones 3-5. Habit: Upright, bushy, open, spreading or groundcover habit Height/Spread: Average size is 4 to 6 feet tall and wide; with varieties ranging from 1 to 20 feet tall...
Woody shrubs and ornamentals: Trees and shrubs most affected include azalea, dogwood, gardenia, hibiscus, magnolia, maple, rhododendron, and viburnum. THRIPS ON HOUSEPLANTS Thrips can be a persistent problem on houseplants. Repeated treatments are often necessary in order to disrupt the life cycle ...
Got rabbits? These small mammals can do a number on young plants, so prevention is paramount. Aside from fencing, there are many old-time remedies and other solutions that will keep them out of the garden patch! Plus, see a list of plants that rabbits tend to ignore. ...
If you have had problems growing rhododendrons in the past, perform a soil test. You can amend the soils with peat moss, compost, and other soil acidifiers to keep them happy. Rhododendrons also appreciate soil that has lots of organic matter. This will keep the shrubs decently moist ...
Some experts advise treating azaleas a bit differently than rhododendrons when in comes to pruning for shape. Cut back the tops of the plant in early summer to help keep the plant compact, or use shears to trim an evergreen azalea into an attractive shape. For each branch you plan to tr...
How We Keep Pests Out of the Garden (Naturally!) Identification How to Identify Japanese Beetles Japanese Beetles are ½ inch in length with distinct metallic blue-green heads. They have copper-colored backs, tan wings, and small white hairs lining each side of the abdomen. Japanese beetles ...
Select a healthy plant in the rhododendron family. Mist frequently with your spray bottle to keep the roots hydrated. Soak the bonsai roots in a shallow bucket of water with a mixture of vitamin B-1 or ferrous sulfate for 30 minutes. Mix according to package direction. Super Thrive or Mirac...
Pruning won’t keep a too-large plant under control. It’s best to choose the right-size shrub at the start. Some shrubs, like azaleas, are on the small side, growing 2 to 4 feet high. Spirea and oakleaf hydrangea are among the midsize shrubs; they can reach 4 to 8 feet in hei...