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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…
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Decorating with Poinsettia
When You See Poinsettias in Stores-You Know Christmas is Near! Poinsettia plants have long been a symbol of Christmas. With brightly colored red flowers they blend well with holiday…
Gardenia care
The glossy dark green leaves and fragrant milky white flowers of the gardenia plant make it an irresistible plant to grow. Usually sold in bloom or bud, the intoxicating fragrance entices…
Iris borer
Iris borer ( Macronoctua onusta ) is a pinkish caterpillar with rows of black spots on their sides. When full grown, it is about 2 inches long. The larvae emerge from the ground in April…
Spider Mites
Can spider mites kill or harm my houseplant? Spider mites penetrate the leaf surface and remove the cell content. The result of spider mite infestation are tiny dots or stippling that give…
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…
Geranium care
Geranium , belongs to the Pelargonium family and unlike its distant cousin (a true geranium and hardy version) is a tender plant grown as an annual in cooler climates and a perennial in…
Slugs
Slugs are snails without a shell . Their soft slimy body can get up to 8 inches long ranging from white to brownish black in color. They prefer a damp, cool environment, especially rainy…
Florist Hydrangea
I have a beautiful potted hydrangea that I received from the florist but don’t know how to care for it. Can I plant it outdoors? Any suggestions?? Potted florist Hydrangea are grown in a…
Endless Summer Hydrangea
‘Endless Summer ‘ Hydrangea is part of a small group of hydrangea macrophylla that is known to be dependable for winter hardiness zone 4-9 (-25 to -30F) and repeat blooming. It was…
Rosemary care
Rosemary officinalis is a member of the mint family and a native of the Mediterranean whose history trails back to 2500 years. The needle like, gray green foliage with antifungal and…
Norfolk Pine
Instead of a Christmas tree some may opt for a Norfolk pine ( Araucaria heterophylla )which is usually available in stores before Christmas. It may be sold plain or decorated to serve as…