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Learn How to Grow Asiatic Jasmine

But it’s definitely more of a climbing vine, and it’s more likely to flower profusely under a variety of conditions. The genus from which Asiatic...

What Are Fruit Tree Guilds? Learn How to Start Your Own

While the following sections of this article will explore specific species that can be included in our chosen example of a cherry tree guild,...

Learn How to Plant and Grow Marionberries

Rubus x ‘Marion’ If you ever visit Oregon, be prepared to fall in love with the local hero: the marionberry. It’s everywhere. At every restaurant, grocery...

Learn How to Grow Evergreen Clematis

Poor drainage is one of the fastest ways to invite root rot and decline. The soil should be slightly acidic to neutral, with a pH...

Learn How to Grow Candytuft (Iberis)

Fertilizer Candytufts are average feeders that require little additional fertilization when grown in moderately rich soil. Perennials benefit from a one- to two-inch top dressing of...

Learn How to Grow Watch Chain Crassula

Fungus gnats infest oversaturated soil. The immature grubs feed on the tender roots of young plants while the adult flies hover above the...

Learn How to Grow Bristlecone Pine Trees

There are a variety of treatment options which you can learn about in our guide to eradicating aphids. Mountain Pine Beetles Mountain pine beetles (Dendrocton ponderosa)...

Learn How to Grow Ruffled Fan Palm (Vanuatu Fan Palm)

As houseplants, they typically stay closer to six feet tall and grow very slowly, making them ideal for indoor spaces where you don’t want...

Learn How to Grow and Care for Old Man Cactus

Old man cacti are low-maintenance, water-wise houseplants that make eye-catching stand-alone specimens. They also play well with bromeliads and succulent species that share similar...

Learn How to Grow Zebra Grass

Container-grown plants require more frequent watering than those planted in the ground as soil in pots dries out more quickly. A layer of mulch on...

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‘Right Plant, Right Place’ Is the Key to a Thriving Garden

The phrase “right plant, right place” gets repeated so often in gardening circles that it can almost start to lose its meaning. But there's...

What Your Garden Soil Needs Each Season

Sharing is caring! Healthy soil changes with the seasons. The best gardeners don’t treat soil as static—they adjust watering, feeding, mulching, and planting based on...

How to Measure How Much Sun an Area Gets With Sun Mapping

You don’t need a fancy gadget for measuring the sun. With a pencil, a pen, and a careful eye, you can watch the shade...
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