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January 15, 2014 · 15 comments

Bougainvillea winter damage

I recently moved to Jacksonville, Florida and we planted a pair of bougainvilleas 20 months ago. They seemed to thrive last year even through the winter and are now about 5-6 feet tall…

April 26, 2010 · 20 comments

Propagate wisteria

How to propagate wisteria There are several ways to propagate wisteria. 1. seeds 2. cuttings 3. grafts Seeds Soak the seeds for 24 hours before planting in seed soil mix. When started from…

February 29, 2008 · 106 comments

Morning Glory vine

If you need to cover a trellis or fence in a short amount of time consider planting annual vines. They provide a vertical interest to a garden, add privacy and shade, block the wind, and…

February 29, 2008 · 89 comments

Climbing Hydrangea

Climbing hydrangea Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris known as Climbing Hydrangea is considered the best of vines. This attractive climber grows a cinnamon exfoliating bark with deep…

September 17, 2007 · 10 comments

Grow Hops

Growing hops In recent years the popularity of microbreweries and home brewing has been on the increase. Unfortunately, due to a higher demand and rising shortage of hops, the cost of beer…

March 29, 2007 · 78 comments

Trumpet vine

I have 2 trumpet vines, planted last year. This year there were only a few flowers on one and none on the other. Am I supposed to cut them back in the fall or spring? Trumpet vine, Campsis…

June 26, 2006 · 0 comments

Growing Clematis

CLEMATIS Rumor has it that clematis vine is difficult to grow. Given the right location and a little know-how clematis is a relatively easy vine to grow which will reward you with a…