| Garden & Landscape |
| Which are the best frothy flowered umbeliferous plants to grow in a UK garden? |
Not all umbeliferous, but all have lovely frothy white flowers - Gypsophila, cassiope 'Edinburgh', Primula Denticulata var. Alba, Prunus lusitanica subsp. Azorica, Smilacina Racemosa, Syr... |
| Any suggestions for plants for front garden planters? |
When making a planter, three types of plants are needed: a spiky type one for the back, something medium height with rounded flower and/or growth habit in the center, and something that will drape... |
| How do you get lillies to open? |
they should eventually open unless they were picked to early ... |
| How long does it take your average grass seed to start growing? |
depend on the soil type, the temp. and type of seed.
the warmer the weather the faster it will germinate.
the seed need mositure to sprout.
i would rake the leaves because they harbor mold that ... |
| How often do you have to mow acreage with a zero-turn riding lawnmower? |
It all depends on what type of grass you have.
For example, in the Pacific Northwest, we have a lot of Rye-grass and Fescue grasses, which thrive at 2-3 inches of height, anything less and the g... |
| What is the best type of soil for raising indoor "lucky" bamboo plants? |
I keep mine in stones and just add water, have had them for two years and they seem happy. It is my understanding that you are supposed to cut it back down when it grows too big. ... |
| What does it mean when the leaves on my plants turn yellow? |
NITROGEN!!! Sounds like you need to fertilize! Yes over watering will do it but when it happens to me it is because I neglect to fertilize my plants. Outdoor plants? It is always recommended ... |
| What kind of trees tend to grow more quickly? |
Al, PLEASE do yourself a favor and stay away from anything that's advertised as growing five or more feet a year, such as those hybrid poplars. They are extremely short-lived, and in fiftee... |
| Where can I look online for Nurseries in Houston that sell vegetable and fruit bulbs or seeds? |
All nurseries will be selling veggies and flowers this time of year. Go to this link for a list in your Houston area:
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| What makes a plant grow towards the light? |
Ultimately, it is a gravity thing. Parts that need more light create more pigment (darker = the absorption of more light). Increased pigment causes an increase of weight. That forces them to ben... |
| What is happening with my young sunflower sprout? |
Probably getting root bound. transplant it soon and don't worry about fertilizer. Just water regularly and make sure it s in the sun. Just one? ... |
| How do you get the chayote plant's fruit to grow? |
I read somewhere that if you cover the plant with black cloth, so that you can fool the plant into thinking that the length of the days are shortenning, it will produce the flowers...
go to thi... |
| What are some good tips for creating a container garden on a small porch? |
My hubby and I do lots of container gardening.....even vegetables. Here is our method (USA):
Plastic pots 14 inches across the top.
Holds 25 pounds potting soil-we use Miracle-Gro Potting Soi... |
| What grasses are best to use in the rocky mountains at 8,500' elevation for a good lawn? |
Better to leave what you have alone.. ... |
| How can I keep my geraniums over the winter? |
just bring them inside that what my grandma does ... |
| Is it possible to make ganja hot tea? |
you can but, your better off smoking ... |
| What's the best way to grow a sunflower from a seed? |
don't use "potting soil", use a "potting mix" or "medium" with a controlled release fertilizer and DO NOT FEED IT! get a bottle of "Superthrive" and gi... |
| What is a good garden info web site? |
If you want organic info, go to Gardens Alive.com or info in general can be found at HGTV.com Gurneys and henry Fields are great sources for plants as well as Blue Stone Perennials. See National ... |
| What can I expect to pay to have my landscaping updated? |
Landscapers usually give free estimates for their work. Call a few different ones in your area and see which one gives you the best bid for the work you want done. ... |
| Can I prune my fig tree eventhough new growth has begun? |
Heavy pruning of a tree or shrub during the period of maximum growth can cause heavy damage or injury and even lead to a condition that can lead to death.
Early Spring for most plants is the WOR... |
| How do i prepare a flower bed? |
I get gardening info and updates from the following link (see below). Just look under "gardening" - - they have everything I've ever needed to know! Hope this helps. ... |
| What do i do if my venus fly trap is turning yellow? |
Most Venus Flytraps are going dormant this time of year. This means they will want a reduction in light, moisture, and heat. Check out the link I have provided for you. These guys have free care sh... |
| Is there an online guide or website that can tell you how to grow flowers? |
You can check out this website for some possible help in your initial decisions about what to plant:
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| How and when should I fertilize my post oak trees? |
If you haven't taken care of the fungus issue do so. Give them a drink, trees under stress benefit from a good deep soaking of the roots. Leave a hose trickle under the tree canopy for a few d... |
| Can I do my own trenching around landscaping areas that looks professional? |
Its called a bed edger. It puts a 45deg. angle about 3-4 inches deep around the bed. Best thing to do is to mark the edge of the bed with marking paint.(its the kind that marks upside down) To mak... |
| How do i care for my new houseplants? |
could you have overwatered your ivy? if its planted in a container with a saucer underneath, the water will sometimes build up and the plant will start to rot. grab one of the droopy leaves and if ... |
| Is a GM Sierra's tailgate strong enough to support the weight of a tractor lawn mower? |
You shouldn't have any problems. One thing to watch out for are those speed bumps or dips in road. That will cause a pretty strong force on the tailgate if you hit them to fast.
One other t... |
| Can Gatorade be used on grass to make it grow thicker and greener? |
If you believe this, then I have some oceanfront property in Arizona that I will sell to you real cheap! There is nothing in the ingredients of Gatorade that will effectively make your grass green... |
| How often should i water my lawn in the winter? |
There is no need to water your lawn in the winter. Cooler temperatures generally cause grass to go dormant and stop active growth until the spring and summer months. The nightly dew should me suffi... |
| What is the best way to transplant heirloom roses? |
Best time of year first.....Early spring or fall with at least 8 weeks of weather before freeze so roots have enough time to get established before freeze.
Large roots......do the best you can at ... |
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