How to Transplant Lamb’s Ear! #garden #gardening #gardeningtips When I was in my early 20s, I loved watching gardening shows on PBS (Public Broadcasting System). The host would visit various gardens and showcase the plants. She slowly walked through the garden paths, stopped to touch the...
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Honeyberries are generally grown from transplants that were propagated from cuttings and then rooted in a pot for 1 to 2 years before planting. While we’ve successfully propagated blueberries and grown elderberries from cuttings, I haven’t been able to get honeyberries to root. All our plant...
moist potting soil, using a pencil to poke a hole for the cutting. Place it in a well-lit spot without direct sunlight. Make sure the medium remains moist. The cutting should take root within about three to four weeks. When new growth appears, transplant the cuttings to the desired ...
Create a mound of soil in the bottom of the hole. Spread the roots over the sides of the mound. Bury the bulb until it is covered with 1/2 inch of soil. Firm the soil so the iris stays in place. Space the rest of your irises 8 to 18 inches apart. Sprinkle the area with water...
Herbs such as sages, ornamental salvias, and lavender, as well as flowers like peonies and bearded irises, are just “stinky” to deer. Do bees like Silene? Silene dioica is known for attracting bees and butterflies/moths. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers. How do I take care of...
I also love tulips but wasn’t able to get my bulbs planted this last fall when I moved into my house. Can I force these bulbs up in a vase for this spring and then transplant them in my outside garden? If so, when? I’m excited with this potential! Lauren @momhomeguide says ...