Archive for the 'Flowers' Category

The Melampodium, Tough flower for long summer

It’s funny that I used for beginners melampodiums consider the ideal plant now “must be rich” during the summer that has a tendency to become hot and dry. Hot and dry describes my location. If you are in heaven then I envy moist. Despite more than melampodium you might find of interest a great summer.
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Water Wise landscape DIY

Peony in the landscape should be low water? That’s blasphemy! No it’s not. You may be water wise and still enjoy the plants that need water regularly. It’s all about how you design and manage landscapes.
To get tips on what makes a good water efficient landscaping, come Saturday, June 3 from 9-11am, to “Putting Together [...]

Preventing Diseases of the Rose

Roses are susceptible to this fungal disease, the others almost invulnerable, and many fall somewhere in between. So the first line of defense is to simply choose disease resistant varieties. Many reference books, catalogs, and Web sites including this information.
Plants grow up healthy. Plant roses in full sun-rich, well drained soil. The ideal soil pH [...]