On the square, the elderly and elderly are practicing in the morning with music; On the street, some young people are running in the morning; In the vegetable market, there is a bustle of people choosing what to eat for the day. Summer afternoons are the hottest, and my brother and I ...
Most snow bushes grow up to 5 feet (1.5 m) in height, though in the warmest of climates the thriving plants can reach up to 10 feet (3 m). Though the plants grow small flowers, they are not considered showy, nor are they the reason why most growers of these plants choose to ...
One more hook, and the berries and bushes end. The only thing to come now is the sea.From between two hills a sudden wind funnels at me,Slapping its phantom laundry in my face.These hills are too green and sweet to have tasted salt.I follow the sheep path between them. A last hook...
It's a good idea to check the pH levels of soil when planting hydrangeas. Hydrangea bushes prefer some shade and moist, rich soil. Organic matter, such as peatmossor compost, is best when amending soil for these plants. The shrub will bloom more if grown in the sun, however. If placed...
This variety of rose is noted for being fairly easy to grow and a good plant for beginning gardeners. Most Peace roses thrive in partial sun. They are fairly hardy and resistant to disease. Peace rose bushes also grow well from cuttings, a quality which helped the plant spread quickly when...
There was a lot less brush and rocks. At some point, I realized that it was a good decision because there was more likely to be a campground at Odessa Lake. It was much bigger. I started heading down there. I started picking my way over logs and around a bunch of bushes and over ...
Asiatic and tiger lilies, oriental and trumpet lilies are all easy—plant the bulb, enjoy the flowers. There is even a lily to help with your arthritis! Caladiums are great bulbs for color in the shade garden. Master Gardener Colletta Kosiba has beautiful photos of summer bulbs, plus all ...
The genial Justice of the Peace—now, alas, no more who made himself responsible for the facts of this story, used to begin in the good old-fashioned way with a bright moonlight night and a mysterious figure, an excellent stroke for an opening, even to this day, if well followed up....
Where other plants fail, red currants will take root and thrive. They can grow in full sun to part shade, as long as the soil is rich and well drained and there is good air circulation in the area. Gardeners often place these bushes in areas of the garden where other plants have troub...
All the garden suppliers are sending their catalogues and special offers. It’s making me yearn for the glorious colours of summer! Shall I plant more gladioli? What about the older lavender bushes- time for a change? Is there room for another rose? Or two?