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Success with Succulents
Succulents are a fun and diverse group of plants. They can be rewarding to grow if you keep in mind their requirements. Light- Succulents need bright light. When grown indoors, place them near a sunny window. Too little light can cause them to stretch. When grown outdoors, most succulents prefer partial to full sun. Introduce indoor […]
Plants that Clean the Air
Tropical plants that do a lot more than just look pretty! Start the New Year with a Healthy Living Space! – Indoor plants increase humidity, which reduces cold-related illnesses by 30%. – Plants increase levels of oxygen in your home (and decrease carbon dioxide), reducing headaches. – Caring for a living thing and watching plants […]
Conifers in Containers
As gardeners become comfortable with container gardening, the palette of eligible plant species keeps expanding. One group to consider are conifers, evergreens of dwarf stature, unusually colored needles or foliage, and unique habits. Varieties of Chamaecyparis, Juniper, Yew, Pine, Spruce, Hemlock, and Fir are commonly planted as bonsai, in mixed containers, or as specimen plants. […]
Winter Damage – How has it affected you this spring?
One of the mildest winters on record ended with a horrific sweep across our country with record-low temperatures in February. What made the damage so extensive was: 1) The warm weather up until mid-February didn’t allow plant tissue to become acclimated to below zero temperatures. 2) The length of the cold spell lasted close to […]
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