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Do Heathers need a lot of water?
After being established, heather is picky about water requirements, needing about an inch (2.5 cm.) per week, including rainfall and supplemental irrigation. Too much water can cause roots to rot, but the soil should remain consistently…
How tall do Shasta daisies grow?
Shasta daisies are hardy perennial plants that can grow up to four feet high with an equal spread. You can plant daisies from root balls or seeds, but know that many daisy varieties will not flower the first year.
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Do redbuds have a scent?
Besides ornamental value, the flowers of redbud trees are fragrant and edible.
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How long will a bleeding heart plant live?
Most perennials die back at the end of the growing season, in late fall and early winter. Bleeding heart, however, dies back to the ground by midsummer, right after its blooming season. The plant remains dormant through the rest of the year…
How long does it take for creeping thyme to spread?
The less space between leaves, the slower your thyme will spread. Longer segments mean faster growth. Generally, creeping thyme takes one year to get established, and then begins to spread in its second season.
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What is the history of lily of the valley?
Lily of the Valley in History Lily of the valley was native to Europe and distributed to North America and Northern Asia. It prefers shade to sun and grows as a wild flower in England. According to legend, lily of the valley flowers…
How many times a year does a Thanksgiving cactus bloom?
Under the right conditions, a Thanksgiving cactus will bloom once a year during the late fall. How Long Do Thanksgiving Cacti Live? Holiday cacti are often passed down through generations because they have an incredibly long life. A…
What time of year should you plant rhododendrons?
In mild climates rhododendrons and azaleas can be planted almost any time of the year with reasonable success. In colder areas, early spring planting is recommended, with early fall planting being a second choice.
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Should I cut the brown leaves off my bird of paradise?
Bird of paradise plants are also often grown indoors. They can live for a long time with proper maintenance, which includes watering, fertilization and cutting old, damaged and brown leaves off. Removing them will make the plant more…
What to do when Asiatic lilies have finished flowering?
Lily flowers should be removed as soon as they fade. Blooms left in place will produce seed, which diverts energy from flower production and plant growth. The flowers can be cut or pinched off. Alternatively, cut the stalks when the blooms…