Latest articles by Tonya Barnett
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Aloe Plant Dying: Common Causes And How To Fix Them
Aloe veras are beloved by houseplant collectors. But what to do when things go bad? Click to learn how to save a dying aloe vera plant.
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How Wildflower Strips Help Attract Pollinators To Your Yard
If you have a small garden spot or strip available, fill it with wildflowers for our hungry pollinators. Click to learn more.
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When To Plant Iris Bulbs By Variety
What is the best time to plant iris bulbs by variety? Click here to learn more.
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Mexican Bush Sage Care: How To Plant Mexican Bush Sage
Choosing flowering plants that encourage diversity of wildlife in the garden is a key aspect of creating a lush, green garden oasis. Mexican bush sage plant is an ideal choice for those wishing to establish perennial plantings that will thrive all season long. Learn more here.
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What Are Pine Fines – How To Use Pine Fines With Your Soil
Whether caused by a lack of nutrients or poor drainage, in most cases, various amendments, like that of pine fines, are needed as increase the chances of healthy crops and bountiful harvests. So, what are pine fines? Click here to learn more.
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Frilly Daffodils And Double Bloom Narcissus Varieties
What are some frilly and double daffodil varieties to try for a whimsical garden? Click here to find out.
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Five Flower Bulbs
Where annual flowers are slow to bloom, spring bulbs are ready to burst into life. Click here to read about my favorites.
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Pecan Twig Dieback Symptoms: How to Treat Pecan Twig Dieback Disease
As with most fruit and nut trees, there are some fungal issues that may affect plantings, like twig dieback of pecan. Awareness of these issues will help to not only manage their symptoms but also encourage better overall tree health. Learn more here.
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Growing Blue Witches’ Hats: Learn About Hedgehog Sage Plant Care
Blue witches’ hat offers blue blooms beloved by pollinators but does require specific conditions for growth. Learn more here.
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Syngonanthus Mikado Info – Learn About Mikado Indoor Plant Care
Many varieties of houseplants can be found growing natively in warm and tropical regions throughout the world. One plant, called Mikado, is beloved for its odd shape and structure. If you interested in something unique to grow, then click here for more information.
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Amaryllis Has Leaf Scorch – Controlling Red Blotch Of Amaryllis Plants
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Pin Nematode Treatment: How To Stop Pin Nematodes
Troublesome pests like pin nematodes may be difficult to detect without prior suspicion of their presence. Awareness of pin nematode symptoms may help in determining whether or not this may be an issue in the home garden. Learn more about the pests in this article.
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Haganta Plum Care – Growing Haganta Plums In The Landscape
Urban dwellers are looking for ways to add homegrown fruits and vegetables to their landscape. The vibrant colors of fruit trees are an excellent way to accomplish this task, and those such ‘Haganta’ plums, offer both beauty and taste. Learn more here.
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Blue Tit Plum Info – How To Grow A Blue Tit Plum Tree
Variations among plum trees may make the process of choosing one an extremely difficult task. Luckily, growers are often able to find fruit trees that are well-suited and thrive in their garden’s unique microclimate. One such tree is the ‘Blue Tit’ plum. Learn more here.
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Pecan Nematospora – Tips For Treating Pecan Kernel Discoloration
One of the most common factors of poor nut production in pecan trees is the result of stressed trees. Events like cold temps, high humidity, and even drought are all responsible for the potential loss of pecan harvests. Pecan nematospora is another issue. Learn more here.
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Vermicompost Worm Amount: How Many Composting Worms Do I Need
Vermicomposting is quite simple, still many gardeners wonder, ‘How many composting worms do I need?” This article can help with that.
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Measuring Soil Moisture – What Is Time Domain Reflectometry
One of the key components to growing healthy, abundant crops is properly managing and measuring soil moisture content in fields. By using time domain reflectometry tools, farmers are able to precisely measure water content within their soil. Learn more in this article.
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Gardening RDA: How Much Time In The Garden Should You Spend
Most gardeners would agree that the process of growing a garden can positively influence both mental and physical health. But just how much time in the garden must one spend to reap these benefits? Click here to learn more about our gardening recommended daily allowance.
