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Dahlia
Leave a commentDahlia is a genus of about 30 species and 20000 cultivars usually tuberous-rooted perennials. They are native to mountainous areas of Central America. They have mid to dark green leaves 20-50cm (8-20in) long. Dahlias are popular for they flowerheads that grow in a variety of forms and colors. They can be white, yellow, orange, red, […]
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How to create a low maintenance garden
Leave a commentAlthough we all love to work in the garden we also want to spend more time enjoying it. We can achieve that creating a low maintenance garden. This article includes six tips on how to plant a garden that will save you time and looks great. 1. Plant perennials Plants like daisies, day lilies and […]
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Tulipa (Tulip)
Leave a commentTulips are bulbous perennials usually found in hot, dry habitats, from sea level to alpine areas in temperate Europe, Middle East and Asia. Tulips are valued in beds and borders but also in pots for their brilliant colors. This is one of the most cultivated bulbs worldwide. How to deadhead, lift and store Tulip bulbs […]
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Gardening jobs for March. What to do?
Leave a commentSpring flowers should now be brightening the garden. Spring flowering bulbs such as daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and others give the first colors of the season. Also early shrubs like chaenomeles and forsythias give some blushes of color with their bright flowers. Cherries and Magnolias are the first trees to wake up for the season that is […]
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How to make plant tags from recycled bottles, DIY and get free labels for your plants
Leave a commentTagging (or labeling) plants is of primordial importance in order to keep track of what you sown, what cuttings are these, what variety is this in the border, etc… labeling with common names or scientific names, you need to identify your plants. There are many comercial available tags made of plastic, wood, metal and so […]
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How to start Dahlias early in pots
Leave a commentDahlias are plants that are being recognized again as with great value for the garden. This step by step guide shows how to start dahlias early in pots. They were ignored in recent years but are again being popular as deserved because they are easy to cultivate, produce a lot of flowers that are available […]
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How to plant and protect bulbs and tubers from mice and moles
Leave a commentWe plant a lot of flower bulbs and tubers in an area that is subject to mice and moles that attack underground. Plants like tulips, gladioli, lily and dahlias may be considered a feast for these animals. Here we are showing a simple but very effective way to protect the bulbs and tubers from being […]
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How to divide and plant crocosmia previously started in a pot
Leave a commentThe typical way of planting crocosmia is to plant the bulbs directly in the border or in the place you want them to grow. In this guide we will show step by step how to divide and plant crocosmia previously started in a pot. We found some lost bulbs in a bag in our garage […]
