Azaleas are the one group of plants Southerners never tire of learning about. Get the details on how to choose, plant, and care for these popular shrubs.By Steve Bender Steve Bender Steve Bender, also known as The Grumpy Gardener, is an award-winning author, editor, columnist, and ...
move a plant outdoors in full sun to a shadier area. If your plants have been used to bright light, try to put them in similar light indoors, like a south-facing window or under plant lights on a timer for 16 hours a day. Do not worry about...
How to plant: Make sure soil is loose and well-draining. Dig a hole just wide and deep enough for the root ball and place plants 6 to 12 inches apart. Take care not to disturb the roots. Tamp down soil gently around the base of plants and water moderately. Growing from seed: Sow ...
Plant at least 12 inches apart to allow for growth, and keep the soil consistently moist during the first few weeks after planting. Calibrachoa Care Tips Calibrachoa plants bloom all summer long when their needs are met. Light Calibrachoas require from 6-8 hours of sun daily for the ...
The Christmas cactus has become a recent favorite of Christmas plants. It’s a succulent houseplant with petals that bloom in a kaleidoscope of colors, including cream, fuchsia, pink, red, and white. Plan to water every 2 to 3 weeks, but only water when the top one-third of the soil ...
But it also works as a bright pop of tile in a prominent spot like the bathroom or kitchen – take that, all-white kitchen trend. To complete the space, Rees recommends neutrals to frame the Peach Fuzz, or add complementary colors for an even bigger impact. “Pairing the Peach Fuzz ...
Lettuce will grow in average soil but sandy loam is optimal. Prepare the garden bed by tilling or digging to 4 inches deep, clear away large clumps of soil or organic matter, and work in an inch or more of compost. Plant lettuce in raised beds where the soil is very heavy or slow to...
Even if a plant is rated for your hardiness zone, taking proper care of it will improve its chances of surviving in your climate.Marty Baldwin What You Can Grow in Your Hardiness Zone Forannual flowers, such as petunias, andvegetables, such as zucchini, you don't need to pay attention ...
Window Box Planting: How to Create a Beautiful Plant Window Box for Your Home Step 1 – Empty Your Window Box from the Past Season If you have used your window box planter during the past season, now is the time to empty it out. Get rid of all the soil (you don’t have to throw...
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...