Latest articles by Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Zone 8 Boundary Trees – Choosing Trees For Privacy In Zone 8
Want to add more privacy to your property? Be sure to select trees that are suited to your climate and to the characteristics of your property. This article will give you ideas for zone 8 boundary trees to choose from in planning an effective and attractive privacy screen.
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Knock Out Rose Varieties: Can You Grow Knock Out Roses In Zone 8
Easy to care for, superior disease resistance, and abundant blooming make Knock Out? roses popular plants in the garden. With all these good qualities, many gardeners have wondered whether it's possible to grow Knock Out roses in zone 8. Find out in this article.
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Applying Acaricide Insecticides: Using An Acaricide For Tick Control
Acaricides are pesticides that kill ticks and mites. They are one part of a strategy for controlling ticks around homes and should be combined with measures to reduce tick habitats. Learn more about acaricides in this article.
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What Are Sunflower Midges: Signs Of Sunflower Midge Damage
If you grow sunflowers in the Great Plains region of the United States and Canada, you should know about a sunflower pest called the sunflower midge. Learn more about this insect pest and how to keep your sunflower plants safe by clicking here.
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What Is Cactus Sunscald: Tips On Treating Cactus Sunscald In Gardens
Opuntia are lovely cactus plants that can be planted in an outdoor desert garden or kept as a houseplant. Unfortunately, there are several common diseases that can attack these beautiful plants. One of the most serious diseases is cactus sunscald. Learn more here.
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Does Schefflera Bloom: Information On Schefflera Plant Flowers
Schefflera is popular as a houseplant and is usually grown for its attractive foliage. Most people in temperate regions have never seen a schefflera blooming, and it would be easy to assume that the plant doesn't produce flowers. Learn more in this article.
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What Are Vernalization Requirements And Why Plants Need Vernalization
Apple and peach trees, tulips and daffodils, hollyhocks and foxgloves, and many other plants wouldn't produce their flowers or fruit without cold winters. Click this article to learn about this process and why plants need vernalization.
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Nicking Plant Seeds: Why Should You Nick Seed Coats Before Planting
You may have heard that nicking plant seeds before attempting to germinate them is a good idea. In fact, some seeds require this, so it?s important to know how to nick flower seeds as well as other plant seeds before starting your garden. Learn more in this article.
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Zone 7 Shade Plants – Shade Gardening In Zone 7 Climates
Plants that tolerate shade and also provide interesting foliage or beautiful flowers are highly sought after. The plants you choose depend on your region and can vary widely. This article will provide suggestions for shade gardening in zone 7.
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What Are Microbes: The Benefits Of Microbes In Soil
Microbes in the soil and associated with plant roots provide a multitude of benefits, from improving the nutrient content of our crops to enhancing their resistance against diseases. For more information on how these beneficial microbes work, click here.
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Almond Tree Hand Pollination: How To Hand Pollinate Almonds
With the decline in honeybee populations, home almond growers may wonder, "Can you pollinate almonds by hand?". Hand pollinating almond trees is possible, but it is a slow process, so it's only a possibility on a small scale. Learn more in this article.
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Thigmomorphogenesis Info: Why Should I Tickle My Plants
Have you heard of tickling plants to help them grow? If you saw someone tickling, stroking, or bending plants, you might assume they were crazy. "Why should I tickle my plants?" you may wonder. This article will explain the reasons behind this unusual practice.
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Mosaic Virus On Beets: How To Prevent Beet Mosaic Virus
Beet mosaic virus, known scientifically as BtMV, is an unfamiliar disease for most gardeners. It can, however, show up in home gardens, especially in areas where beets or spinach are grown commercially. So what is mosaic virus on beets? Click here to learn more.
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Flower Drop In Quince: Why Is Quince Tree Dropping Flowers
A quince tree covered with white and pink flowers in springtime is a lovely sight. When these flowers fall off before producing fruit (blossom drop), it?s certainly disappointing. Quince blossom drop may be due to several factors. Learn what those are here.
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Can You Root Pawpaw Suckers – Tips For Propagating Pawpaw Suckers
Can you root pawpaw suckers? It is difficult to propagate the tree in this manner. According to people experienced with this tree, pawpaw sucker propagation tends to have a low success rate. But it can be done. Learn how in this article.
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Types Of Oregano – Are There Different Varieties Of Oregano Herbs
Many different varieties of oregano find uses in cuisines from around the world. Some of these varieties have quite different flavors from the familiar oregano found in Italian herb blends. Learn more about the different types of oregano in this article.
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Keeping Squirrels Out Of Gardens: Tips On Protecting Tomatoes From Squirrels
Do squirrels eat tomatoes? They certainly do, and if you've ever lost tomatoes to a squirrel attack, you may be wondering how to protect tomato plants from squirrels. The information from this article will help with that. Click here to learn more.
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Plants For Good Air Quality: Using Houseplants That Freshen The Air
Scented candles and chemical air fresheners are popular ways to create a pleasant home environment, but a healthier and more environmentally friendly choice is to add fragrant houseplants to your home. This article can help with that.
