It is a golden maxim to cultivate the garden for the nose, and the eyes will take care of themselves. ~Robert Louis Stevenson
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Strenuous activity in extreme heat and humidity can definitely lead to serious health problems. "Remember to drink plenty of water," Mom used to say, each early morning, before my siblings and I left for high school band camp, but really, how much is enough water to stay out of the ER? 🤷
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This is my latest idea for a super cheap greenhouse but I cannot promise what it will cost in your country or area. It is made of a few common household items and store-bought supplies.
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My idea for recycling a left over part of a broken sola light!
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Indoor houseplant popularity is once again, so we have listed the most popular houseplants in homes and businesses across the country. Smile as you see old friends listed (houseplants are friends, too!), and browse the list looking for new acquaintances to add to your collection. There is a houseplant here for you.
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Mycorrhizae are fungi that colonize plant roots, and it's estimated that 90 percent of the plant species in the world have them, including vegetables, flowers, bulbs, trees, and shrubs. Mycorrhizae offer several advantages: they help plants absorb and hold major and minor nutrients, increase tolerance to stress and drought, and inhibit disease organisms in the soil.
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Water young trees regularly, especially those on semi-dwarfing or dwarfing rootstocks, to ensure that the root system becomes well established. Renew mulch periodically, but pull it away from the tree in the fall so mice don't nest over the winter and eat the bark.
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10 frequently asked questions about lawns. Learn about cool-season and warm-season grasses; the best time of year to seed a new lawn; fertilizer for lawns and more!
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Overwatering can be as damaging to plants as under watering causing stress and less than robust plants.
Limiting the stress of your plants gives them a much better chance at shrugging off insects and diseases. Make sure the care you are giving your plants isn't causing undue stress.
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Many gardeners would love to grow apples, pears, peaches, and other tree fruits in their yard, but don't have the room or climate to accommodate them. While there are many dwarf tree fruit varieties on the market, sometimes even these trees are too large for a small yard. Plus, if you live in a cold winter or cool summer climate, some fruits just won't grow and mature well for you. Learn how to accommodate in this article.
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LOVELY PHOTO BY MELISSAMAEDAY
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LOVELY PHOTO BY BAJA_COSTERO"Tubercles on upper and lower leaf surfaces"
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LOVELY PHOTO BY BAJA_COSTERO
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LOVELY PHOTO BY MARYL"Knoll Cottage Stunt Kitty"
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LOVELY PHOTO BY CELTICA
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LOVELY PHOTO BY SOCALGARDENNUT
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LOVELY PHOTO BY ARILBRED
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LOVELY PHOTO BY SPRINGCOLOR
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LOVELY PHOTO BY SERJIO
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LOVELY PHOTO BY BLUEODDISH
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SPONSORED BY JUNG SEED This fantastic mix includes both single and double-flowered peonies. They come in a wide range of colors. The peonies grow 32 - 38 " tall. Be sure to plant them in a sunny, well-drained location with spacing no closer than 3 - 4 feet. (Zones 3 - 8) FREE SHIPPING for orders $100+ when ordered by August 1st. Shop Now!
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THE NUMBERS FROM LAST WEEK 802 members joined. 5,266 posts written in our forums. 1,288 photos posted to the plant database. 1,089 plants added to personal inventory lists.
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I say, if your knees aren't green by the end of the day, you ought to seriously re-examine your life. ~Bill Watterson
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