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Cut back all leggy stems or branches that detract from the plumbago's overall shape after each flush of blooms. Make each cut 1/4 inch above an outward-facing leaf or lateral stem. Reduce pruning to just removing spent flowers six to eight…

The most well known of the scented varieties are rose and lemon, but there are those that smell like pineapple and even chocolate. The typical, "basic" geranium smell, however, is green and slightly peppery. However,the fragrance is both…

Small flowers yet plenty of colour - that's the secret of winter heather (officially called Erica carnea). This small evergreen shrub blooms with white, pink, red, purple and gold flowers. They're quite small, but because there are so many…

You can plant boxwood in fall, late winter or early spring. Fall often is best for planting to give the roots time to take hold before winter cold sets in. But as long as you avoid planting during the heat of summer or cold of winter, your…

When mowing, take care not to cut the grass too short, as this will stress the grass, reducing its vigour and encouraging moss. moreover, Can moss lawns survive winter? “As long as the surface is moist and exposed, moss photosynthesizes…

Stock flowers grow in thick clusters on the spike-like stems. Taller growth and a greater profusion of flowers can be encouraged by pinching the shoots back. The flowers are also used as cut flowers as their scent and densely packed blooms…

Bracken fern is widely dispersed throughout North America with most poisoning occurring in the North Western States. Horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, and humans. moreover, Can you eat asparagus fern berries? While asparagus berries should…

Herbaceous clematis are best grown through plant supports or into nearby shrubs, while climbing types will need something to twine around, like trellis or mesh attached to a wall or fence. moreover, Is morning Sun enough for clematis?…

This slow-growing palm is hardy to USDA zones 10 to 11. ... Because the root system is small to match the smaller-sized plant, pygmy date palm is a favorite for interiors and for planting in patios and other sheltered areas where it can be…

Because they are alien plants, jacarandas are harmful to the South African environment and eco-system. It has therefore been made illegal to plant new trees. moreover, When should I plant a jacaranda tree? Jacaranda tree seedlings need…