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Her strong passion for crafting led her to make it her profession, while helping people who share her love to develop their practical skills and creativity. To this end, Isla Bennett shares her DIY experiences in articles written for the ArtKraft.fr editorial team. Her interests also include sewing and recycling old clothes.

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Is spiderwort toxic to dogs?

Isla Bennett
Spiderwort, sunflowers, marigolds, barley grass and roses (minus the thorns!) are perfectly happy to co-exist in a pet-safe space. moreover, How does spiderwort spread? Spiderwort spreads quickly through underground runners so once you…
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Are Forget-Me-Nots bad for dogs?

Isla Bennett
More precisely, as stated by the University of California, forget-me-not (Myosotis Sylvatica specie) is classified safe for pets. As also stated by other sources, such as forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica), is safe for birds, cats, dogs,…
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Should you cut back cornflowers?

Isla Bennett
Just like sweet peas, cornflowers need to be cut constantly if you want them to flower all summer. Cut them just before they open fully – the centre of the flower should still be dipped inwards slightly. moreover, Do butterflies like…
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Do guava trees need a lot of water?

Isla Bennett
They prefer full sun. Guavas have survived dry summers with no water, although they do best with regular deep watering. The ground should be allowed to dry to a depth of several inches before watering again. Lack of moisture will delay…
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What can I plant next to bee balm?

Isla Bennett
Companion Planting and Design Bee balm is a perfect cottage garden plant. I like to let it ramble though a perennial flower border next to tall garden phlox, rudbeckia, roses, and peonies. moreover, How do you keep bee balm from falling…
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Are you supposed to deadhead astilbe?

Isla Bennett
Deadheading astilbe won't encourage new flowers, so you should leave them in place through the fall. Eventually, the flowers will dry on the stalks but should stay in place. ... It makes astilbe winter care a little easier, and all new…
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Do hummingbirds like lantana?

Isla Bennett
Lantana. A favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds alike, lantana offers colorful red, yellow, orange, pink, lavender, or white flowers. moreover, Where should I plant lantana? Simply choose a sunny location and plant them in…
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How many blackberries should I plant?

Isla Bennett
All blackberries grow best in full sun, and almost all varieties are self-fruitful, meaning that you need to plant only one cultivar. As a rule of thumb, five or six plants will produce enough berries for a family of four. Each blossom will…
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Is hibiscus toxic to humans?

Isla Bennett
According to the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, hibiscus plants are considered "toxicity category 4." This means that the plant and its blossoms are considered nontoxic to humans. They are not only nontoxic, they are also…
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Do mosquitoes like Lantana?

Isla Bennett
Lantana (Lantana camara) flowers have such a potent effect against mosquitoes a scholarly journal published a report about it: The Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association (yes, there is such a journal) shares that "lantana…