While you may be right to associate aloe vera’s hydrating qualities with spending too much time in the sun, the species also has other benefits as a popular houseplant. Whether grown inside or outside, these plants require little maintenance to survive, making them a great addition to any ...
Here's everything you need to know about how to grow fall mums, including when to plant and care for chrysanthemums, how to pinch them back, and more!
Note that many florist-variety Mums may not survive the winter outside because they are not as hardy for the cold weather. How to plant Chrysanthemums To plant Chrysanthemums, dig a hole that is larger than the root ball. If you have clay or sandy soil, add organic matter such as compost...
all of which have different heights, colors, and blooming times. Unless you buy a cold-hardy plant, you can consider your mums as annuals. In either case, plant them in spring to maximize chrysanthemum
Many mums, however, are what are considered to be hybrids. They were created by combining two different plants to create the new plant. When you save the seeds from hybrid plants, you will likely not end up with an exact copy of the parent plant. Instead, you will end up with one of...
Since all plants and flowers require proper care when it comes to potting, pruning and just staying alive throughout the season, we're sharing how to grow and care for mums, along with some of the different types you can plant in your garden. Whether you have a green thumb or not, ...
Plant the anemone 2 inches beneath the soil surface. Position them so the buds, which resemble the eyes on a potato, are facing upward. Space the anemone 4 inches apart in clusters. Water as needed to keep the soil evenly moist throughout. Stick your finger into the soil and water when...
How to Plant a Tree 1. Find the Right Planting Site Pay attention to the tree’s needs for sunlight and soil drainage. No amount of care can make up for a gross mismatch. 2. Check the Soil If it is ready for digging, it will be just moist enough to crumble. If the soil is not...
It can be tempting to plant mums closely together. Smaller, spring mums don’t seem to fill out a garden space as well. However, keep in mind that by fall, most properly planted mums will reach up to 3 feet in height and width. Like many perennials, mums will often become larger each...
Avocados are tropical plants (they're native to southern Mexico), so you can also plant avocado trees in the ground outside in USDA Zones 10-12, a.k.a., regions with no frost. They do best in rich, well-drained soil with full sunlight and medium-high humidity. Ideally, you'll want...