Latest articles by Susan Patterson
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Winter Windowsill Garden - Foods To Grow On A Windowsill In Winter
You don't have to give up on the joys of gardening as soon as it turns cold outside. A winter windowsill garden will bring a smile to your face during those long, cold days. Learn more here.
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Fixing Magnesium Deficiency in Plants: How Magnesium Affects Plant Growth
Magnesium is one of thirteen mineral nutrients that come from soil and when dissolved in water, is absorbed through the plant?s roots. This article explains the role of magnesium in plants.
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Harvesting Lemons - How Long Does A Lemon Take To Ripen
There is nothing fresher smelling or tasting than a ripe lemon from your own lemon tree. Harvesting lemons at the right time means checking your tree regularly. Read here for information on when to harvest lemons.
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Purple Hyacinth Bean Care - How To Grow A Hyacinth Bean Vine
A vigorous, ornamental, annual vine, purple hyacinth bean plant, displays beautiful, pinkish-purple blossoms and interesting, reddish-purple pods that grow to be about the same size as lima bean pods. Read more here.
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Growing Bluebells: Care Of Wood Hyacinth Bluebells
Although some confusion may arrive from various English and Latin names, most bluebells are also known as wood hyacinths. This article will help with growing English and Spanish bluebell plants.
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Papaya Tree Facts: Growing Info And Care of Papaya Fruit Trees
Growing papaya trees is a great way to enjoy these exotic fruits every year. If you are lucky enough to live in a suitable growing area, learning how to grow this tree is helpful. Read here to find out more.
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Growing Bermuda Grass: Learn About The Care Of Bermuda Grass
Bermuda grass is an adaptable warm-season turf that many people use for their lawns. Learn more about how and when to plant Bermuda grass in the following article. Click here for more info.
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Providing A Garden Snake Habitat - How To Attract Snakes In A Garden
They may seem scary at first, but most of the time finding a snake in a garden is a good thing. Read here to learn more about how to attract snakes to your garden and take advantage of what they can offer.
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Disease Resistant Grapes - Tips For Preventing Pierce's Disease
Nothing is as frustrating as growing grapes in the garden only to find they have succumbed to problems such as disease - like Pierce's disease. Click here to learn more about Pierce's disease in grapes.
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Caring For Kentucky Bluegrass Lawns: Tips On Planting Kentucky Bluegrass
Kentucky bluegrass, a cool season grass, is grown all over the East Coast and can also be grown in the west with irrigation. This article will help with growing Kentucky bluegrass. Click here for more info.
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Flag Iris Care: Information About Growing And Caring For Yellow Or Blue Flag Iris
If you're looking for an interesting, moisture-loving plant to add to the garden, consider planting flag iris. Get tips for growing flag iris plants in the garden in the article that follows.
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Chocolate Vine Plants - Learn About Growing, Care And Control Of Akebia Vine Plants
Chocolate vine is a highly fragrant, vanilla scented vine that is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9. This deciduous semi-evergreen plant produces beautiful lilac flowers from May through June. Learn more here.
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Is Ground Frozen Solid: Determining If Soil Is Frozen
Prior to planting, wait until your soil is ready. Determining if soil is frozen can make all the difference. How do you know if the ground is frozen? Read here to find out.
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Harvesting And Storing Fresh Figs - When And How To Harvest Figs
Harvesting figs in the right manner and at the right time allows you to get the most from your tree. With the information in this article, you can learn when and how to harvest figs in the garden.
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Soil Mite Info: What Are Soil Mites And Why Are They In My Compost?
Could your potted plants be lurking with potting soil mites? If you've ever come across these frightening-looking creatures, you may be wondering what they are. This article has more information.
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Remove Bulbs From Garden: How To Kill Flower Bulbs
Although it may seem strange, there are many reasons why some people might want to get rid of flower bulbs. This article will provide tips for those wanting to get rid of bulb plants.
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Dichondra Plant Info: Tips For Growing Dichondra In The Lawn Or Garden
In some places dichondra is seen as a weed. In other places, it is valued as an attractive ground cover or even a substitute for a small lawn area. Find out more about how to grow dichondra ground cover here.
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What Is Daikon: Learn How To Grow Daikon Radish Plants
Cultivating daikon in the garden is a great way to enjoy something a little different. Planting daikon radishes is not difficult and once you learn how to grow them, you can enjoy them year round. Click here for more.
