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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…

Trimming them back after flowering encourages fresh growth and new flowers. Cut back dead bulb foliage if not done already. It is important to wait until the foliage dies down naturally, as cutting back too early can lead to blindness next…

As hens and chicks grow, their bottom leaves will shrivel up and die. Sometimes this is caused by overwatering, underwatering, not enough light or other stresses to the plant. ... If you are going to clean up your plants it is best to do it…

Predominantly composed of sand, with varying amounts of silt and clay. Characteristics. Loamy sand soils are characterized as fine-textured. soils, low water holding capacity, medium fertility, and fast drainage rates. moreover, Where…

While purple passion plants can be rooted in water, propagating these rot-prone plants with soil tends to bring about better results. Take cuttings for propagation during the spring or summer growing season to encourage them to root more…

Replanting Is Best Done in Spring or Early Summer ZZs have a reputation as slow growers, so they don't need to be replanted very often. Transplanting up a pot-size once every two years is usually all these plants need from us. I recommend…

Depending on cultivar and season, you can find rhododendrons sporting flowers in hues from bright orange red, deep red, purple, yellow, cream or gold-orange among their large green leaves. ... Hydrangea flowers grow in ball-shaped clusters…

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…

Once in the ground, the impatiens will need at least two inches of water a week. When temperatures average consistently above 80 degrees, water at least four inches weekly. In window boxes and hanging pots, impatiens may need watering…

Growing bird of paradise outside is only possible if you live in USDA zones 9 through 12. The plant makes an attractive addition to the backyard garden in these zones and can be used as the focal point in a floral planting. In colder zones,…