The best way to make sure your succulents grow big is tochoose a varietythat naturally grows big because, for example, you can’t expect a haworthia fasciata to be very huge. Some of the best ones you can cultivate are Adenium, Aeonium, Euphorbias, and Kalanchoes, along with some of th...
the cutting generally develops more than one root. These roots are also called primary roots. If we take these saplings from the plug without damaging the primary roots, these primary roots will have substantial power to grow into dry soil or rocks, but they have less power than...
The long roots tend to stabilize and anchor the dunes, preventing them from eroding during a storm. Some of the plants and flowers that grow in sand dunes include: pink sand verbena, white dune evening primrose and yellow sunflower. Shrubs are also well suited for dune life, and many ...
To make sure that the trapped insects remain contained, the edges of the plant's leaves have finger-like cilia that lace together when the leaves press shut. These long, hairlike projections make the plant look like it has spiny teeth, but the cilia are really only used to latch the trap...
Dwarf varieties of Podocarpus make very nice container plants. If you live in any cooler zone than zone 8, this is the only way to grow one of these shrubs, as it will have to come indoors in the winter. Alarge container or root bagis a great way to keep Podocarpus as a container ...
Here’s how to sow seeds and what that means exactly. Get your garden started with this handy guide.
Creating a topiary is an ancient artform, dating back thousands of years, and involves pruning or training shrubs or trees into various shapes. Using a wire form to create an animal topiary requires less work and faster results, and is ideal for trying this ancient art for the first time. ...
If planted in clay soil, make sure it’s on higher ground to avoid standing water. Dwarf varieties typically max out between six and eight feet, while taller ones can reach over 40 feet, so take size into account when planting. Knowing how much space you have to grow your plant will de...
Can you change the colors of hydrangea flowers? It depends on your type of hydrangea and your soil pH. We’ll explain how to change the color of your hydrangea shrubs from blue to pink or from pink to blue. Which Hydrangeas Can Change Color?
Choose a spot without root competition from other large shrubs or trees. Roses need room to reach their full size and do not appreciate competing for resources. They can, however, be enriched by companion planting with low-growing ground covers that retain moisture and attract beneficial predators...