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How tall does a cherry tree grow?
Quick Reference Growing Chart Spacing: Standard: 35-40 feet Dwarf: 8-10 feet Rosaceae Planting Depth: Same as nursery pot, or set crown of bare root stock just below the…
Will bleeding hearts bloom the first year?
Bleeding heart plants take a season or two to establish as a rule, and you will find a bleeding heart plant not flowering in the first season. Over time, the plant will get larger and require division for better displays and more flowers.…
Where is the best place to plant hens and chicks?
Where to Plant Hens and Chicks. Plant hens and chicks in full sun for best growth and health. The succulents do well in rock gardens, where heat reflects from the rocks. Place the crown, or center, or the main rosette so it sits level with…
Do you cut back ostrich ferns in the fall?
Clip off the fronds at the base when they go dormant in fall. The fertile fronds in the center keep an attractive appearance much longer than the outer green fronds, so these can be left until they also turn brown at some point in the…
Can I plant an amaryllis outside?
Amaryllis bulbs are easy enough to grow indoors, and just as easy to grow in the garden, provided you live in a suitable region. They make great specimens outdoors. They perform well in beds, borders or containers outside. You can also…
How many tomatoes does a beefsteak plant produce?
On average, a tomato plant can yield 10 to 30 pounds of tomatoes. Depending on the size of the tomatoes, this can be roughly 20 to 90 tomatoes from a single plant.
moreover, How often do you water beefsteak tomatoes? The beefsteak tomato…
What is Bugleweed good for?
People use the parts that grow above the ground for medicine. Bugleweed is used to lower high levels of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). It is also used to treat premenstrual syndrome; breast pain; nervousness; trouble sleeping…
How do I get my bird of paradise to bloom?
One of the most common reasons bird of paradise blooms fail to flower is insufficient light. These plants require at least four to six hours of full sun (or bright light indoors) in order to bloom sufficiently. They should also be kept…
Can I put a potted poinsettia outside?
You can keep growing them like a houseplant if you like, but in the spring once the temperatures at night are regularly above 50°F, you can place your poinsettias outside if you want. Choose a spot that gets bright, indirect light…
Why are the leaves falling off my mother of thousands?
There can be several reasons why a mother of thousands starts to wilt and eventually dies. The most common reasons why an alligator plant looks like it's dying include over-watering, too much direct hot sunlight, or under-watering. If you…