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Chaste trees (Vitex agnus-castus) and butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) both have terminal clusters of fragrant, small tubular flowers that attract butterflies. ... Chaste tree is in the mint family and butterfly bush belongs in the…

In your home, put the poinsettia in a well lighted area away from drafts and heat vents. Water the poinsettia when the pot becomes lightweight or when the soil becomes dry to the touch, about once a week. Water the plant thoroughly in a…

They grow best when temperatures reach no higher than 75 degrees during the day and 65 degrees at night. A temperature of 95 degrees or higher may kill a Boston fern. Outdoors they should be placed in a sheltered spot where the temperature…

Planting: Plant at same depth of soil as in the pot - in beds arrange plants 20 to 30 cm (8" to 12") apart. Height: Grows 30 to 60cm (12" to 24") in height. Watering: Allow soil to dry out in between watering. moreover, How much sun does…

To tell them apart, first look at a flower—most azaleas have only 5 or 6 stamens, while most rhododendrons have 10 stamens. Then look at a leaf—azalea leaves tend to be thinner, softer and more pointed than rhododendron leaves. moreover,…

This plant prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soils. Perennial Bachelor's Button possesses good drought tolerance. ... This perennial blooms late spring through late summer. It grows best in a dry, full sun situation.…

Plant the monkey grass in the early spring or autumn to allow the root system to take hold before hotter weather hits. Till the area about 8 to 10 inches deep, removing non-organic matter such as stones. Add about 2 to 3 inches of organic…

Dipladenia grows into a small bush and won't grow vertically unless you train it to grow as a short vine, but it can never vine as much as Mandevilla does. Mandevilla can grow up to 20 feet or more and it will wonderfully vine up a trellis,…

Also known as Night blooming jasmine, night scented jessamine or the cestrum nocturnum flowering bush can grow in all climates and is an evergreen flowering bush. ... It is not the smell of the plant the snake is attracted to, it is rather…

Lilies grow well in containers, where they can be positioned for maximum effect in the garden. It's a great way to grow these stunning plants, especially if you can't grow them in your garden. moreover, Where do lilies grow best? Lilies…