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2 weeks ago | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett |Melanie Griffiths
Best known for their unique forms and enchanting colors, orchids are beloved by novice and seasoned growers alike. Though select species have earned their reputation as exceedingly difficult to grow, most will flourish with little care or attention. However, sometimes things go out of balance and, when faced with an issue like wrinkled orchid leaves, it's important to understand where you're going wrong.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett
With its vibrant color and enchanting bloom, an amaryllis is a much-welcomed addition to indoor spaces. This is especially true through the holiday season, and winter, when these plants are most commonly forced into flower. Giant amaryllis varieties are of special interest, due to their general ease of growth and magnificent floral displays. But, what does it take to grow your own potted specimens?
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett
Quick Horsemint FactsBotanical name: Monarda punctataHeight: 12-24in (30-90cm)Spread: 9-12in (22-30cm)Sun exposure: Full sunSoil requirements: Well-drainingHardiness zones: USDA zones 3-9When to plant: Spring, fallFlowering time: Spring, summerNative throughout much of the United States, horsemint bee balm (Monarda punctata) is sure to please both growers and pollinators. Attractive pink-purple flowers first appear in spring, drawing bees and an assortment of other insects with their fragrance.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett
Even the tiniest gardens and gardening spaces can be easily utilized to showcase dazzling flora. Designing small flower bed ideas can include constructing beds and borders that create a lasting impact in your yard or garden. If you’re a gardener with limited space, you can still have fun establishing small perennial flower beds, naturalized landscape spaces and miniature pollinator gardens.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett
One may first become interested in foraging for wild edibles for a variety of reasons. For many, safely identifying and harvesting wild edible plants offers a sense of unity and an unparalleled connection to nature. Learning how to forage flowers and vegetation properly will play a vital role in this journey. Below, we will explore the concept in greater detail, with an emphasis on foraging etiquette and best practices.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett
Quick FactsHeight: 2-8ft (0.6-2.4m)Spread: 3-9ft (0.9-2.7m)Sun exposure: Full sunSoil: Alkaline, well-drainingHardiness: USDA zones 4-9When to plant: Spring, fallFlowering time: Summer, fallOver time, rubber rabbitbrush plants have served a number of useful purposes. Also called chamisa plants, Native Americans would once grow rubber rabbitbrush (Ericameria nauseosa) to create yellow dyes.
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Nov 23, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Tonya Barnett
Though many consider winter a time of rest, those of us who like to grow flowers in containers will be keen to continue caring for plants. The best winter flowers for pots will keep us uplifted deep into the colder, darker phase of the year. And cold-season containers play a valuable role in the garden, adding color when conditions are cool and helping to support local wildlife.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Melanie Griffiths |Tonya Barnett |Bonnie L. Grant |Janey Goulding
So you want to grow cacti and succulent plants in the garden but don’t know where to start. That’s simple. Tips for growing, caring and designing with succulents and various types of cactus begins here. Use our cacti and succulent growing guide to help answer any questions you may have. There are many types of cactus and succulent plants that can be grown in the home garden, and most are easy to grow.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Mary Ellis |Teo Spengler |Melanie Griffiths |Tonya Barnett
Gardening Videos: Everything you need to know with expert info for beginners and advanced gardeners alike. Gardening VideosHow Long Do Mums Last? Plus, How To Make Chrysanthemum Flowers Last LongerChrysanthemums have the potential for enduring displays as we enter the quieter months of the year. But how long do mums last? Here’s how to maximize your fall blooms9 Fun Things To Do With Pumpkins That Are Past Their PrimeWondering what to do with your pumpkin after the Halloween fun is over?
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
gardeningknowhow.com | Amy Grant |Mary Ellen Ellis |Tonya Barnett |Bonnie L. Grant
Grow your own nut trees! Learn how to do it, which ones grow well in your zone and how to keep them healthy and productive. There's nothing quite a delectable as cracking open homegrown nuts to embellish your discerning menu or add to your favorite dessert. Nut TreesHazelnut Tree Pollination – Do Hazelnut Trees Need To Cross PollinateHow do hazelnut trees get pollinated? The answer is a little weird. Click here to learn all about this strange process.
