The way to Prune Cleome
Cleome (Cleome spp.) , sometimes called spider flower, produces delicate but massive blooms atop tall stalks, resembling a firework in mid-burst. The annual blossom grows and a summertime plant in all climates and thrives in sunny beds and moist soil….
Garden Edging Solutions
Garden edging creates a neat, trim appearance and serves a functional purpose in the backyard, saving labor by keeping grass out of flower beds and garden areas. Edging also will help prevent erosion, keeping mulch and soil in place during…
The way to Pick Persimmons
Attempt this persimmon multiple-choice test to hone your harvesting skills: The persimmon fruit is best eaten … a) delicate, b) hard, c) crisp or d) gooey. In fact, all the adjectives implement. The oriental persimmon tree (Diospyros kaki) comes in…
Concrete Fence Styles
Concrete fencing provides enclosures to large regions where weather conditions make it impractical or budgets make it too costly to utilize traditional fencing materials. Panels are pre-cast in factories and manufactured to mimic natural materials like stone, wood or brick,…
How to Garden With Sand in your lawn
Like many want-to-be gardeners, you can find that your soil is less than perfect for growing plants. If your lawn appears filled with sand — it falls apart smoothly even when it is wet — afterward home gardening may seem…
When Are Gerber Daisies in Season?
The gerbera daisy (Gerbera jamesonii) is a tender perennial which cannot overwinter in colder climates. Offered in a variety of colours, this sunny flower brightens up a room when used indoors and lightens a container or bed when planted in…
How Long Does It Take for Flowers to Form on Watermelon Plants?
Watermelons (Citrullus spp. And cultivars) belong to the cucurbit family of vegetables that contains vining garden plants such as cucumbers, pumpkins and squash. They demand a long warm season to flower and fruit, ideally 80 to 90 days with temperatures…