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Recommended ferns for your landscape

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Many ferns will grow well in most parts of the USA. Some of the ones we recommend include the following:

New York Fern, Thelypteris Noveboracensis
Description: One of the primary differences in the appearance of the New York fern is that it tapers toward the base where as the Hay Scented Fern tends to be triangular. The New York Fern does share the delicate appearance of the Hay Scented Fern and has bright green foliage with pale green stems.

Wood Fern, Dryopteris Arguta
Description: Since we are a wholesale nursery we can offer superior products at the lowest possible prices. We guarantee the quality of our products and our primary goal is customer satisfaction. The Wood Fern also goes by the names Coastal Wood Fern or California Wood Fern and is a very common plant and can be f

The Hay Scented Fern – A unique piece of greenery
Description: The Hay Scented Fern is a very unique fern because it has the aroma of hay which some may find rather quite pleasant while others may find it quite gross.

Steferum Congestum 7 yr bareroot
Description: Steferum Congestum "Poly Fern" Poly fern is and evergreen that is native to England and has been introduced to other parts of the world. They grow to be up to a foot tall. This type of fern tends to be quite brittle and should be kept away from danger.The fronds are a dark grey-green in color.They p

Pteridium Aquilinum 7 year bareroot
Description: Bracken ferns are a type of large coarse ferns that make their home on every continent in the world with the exception of Antarctica, and can survive almost every climate with the exception of extreme heat or cold. Bracken is a word of Norse origin meaning "fern". These ferns grow to be up to 10

Pityrogramma austroamericana 7 yr bareroot
Description: Pityrogramma Austroamericana "Golden Fern" This fern is another type of rock growing fern, which is native to the Americas. They typically grow no taller than 18 inches and spread no further than 24 inches. They prefer a light to partial shade and thrive in hot rocky areas. The leaves are compound

Marsilea Macropda 7-year bareroot fern
description: Marsilea Marcopda "Clover Fern” Clover fern is an aquatic fern that fairs best in partial or no shade. The fern never grows higher than 6 inches but can spread out to a width of a foot. It is a type of evergreen that requires a lot of moisture and is most suitable for bogs and water gardens. This f

Athyrium Dyemocarpon 7 year bareroot fern
Description: Athyrium Dyemocarpon "Ostrich Fern” The Shuttlecock fern is a colony-forming fern that occurs in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere and other northern parts of the globe. It makes its home in riverbanks and sandbars and it grows vertical. The fronds can be 170cm tall

Thelypteris Noveboracensis-New York Fern 7 year x large
Description: Due to our status as a wholesale nursery we are able to bring you the best products at prices you can afford. No matter what you are in the market for we are sure to have everything you need for any gardening or landscaping project. Ferns of any species tend to make wonderful accents to any garden se

Spreading Wood Fern, Intermedia Spinulosa
Description: is a species of fern native to cool temperate and subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere, south at high altitudes in mountains to Spain and Greece in southern Europe, to Japan in eastern Asia, and to central California in North America. The species was first described from Germany.

Camptosorus Rhizophyllus
Description: Camptosorus Rhizophyllus "Walking Fern” This rare North American fern is named for the way the fern spreads. The underside of each leaf contains sori, and when it touches the ground new plats sprout creating a walking effect. The fern grows up to 6 inches high and can be almost a foot in length.

Toothwood Fern, Dryopteris Spinulosa
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Brake Fern, Pellaea Ovata
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Osmunda Regalis
Description: Osmunda Regalis "Royal Fern” The Royal Fern is Native to the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe. It is a deciduous plant that prefers woodland bogs. The name comes from the fact that it is Europe’s largest, most imposing fern. It is also known as the Flowering Fern because of the appearance of

Deer Fern (Blechnum spicant)
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Bracken Fern-Pteridium Aquulinum
Description: This particular fern is easily distinguished by its large, triangular, highly divided leaves, with each frond growing from 1 to 3 feet in width. Although this fern is a food source for some wild life it should be noted that it may be harmful to livestock such as horses and cattle; they us

Osumda Claytoniana
Description: Osmunda Claytoniana "Interuppted Fern” This native to Asia and North America grows up to two feet tall, and spread out to 36 inches. It prefers partial to full shade and fairs best in humid areas and is often found near other types of ferns. It produces both fertile and sterile fronds.

Pellaea Ovata 7 year bare root fern
Description: Pellaea Ovata "Brake Fern" The sometimes-called cliff brakes, these ferns thrive in rocky habitats. They are native and abundant in the southwestern United States, and South America. They grow to a height of 2 feet in the light shade. They have creeping rhizomes and prominent trichromes

Onoclea Sensibilis
Description: Onoclea Sensibilis "Sensitive Fern “Also known as the bead fern, this plant is a coarse-textured large perennial fern. The name of this plant comes from the fact that it is very sensitive to frost. This fern is native to East Asia and eastern and central parts of North America. It prefers a shade

Chain Fern, Woodwardia Areolata
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Tips on planting and care of ferns

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Ferns do not require a lot of work. As long as the soil is rich in organic matter, the plant will grow. If you have poor soil add compost or peat moss. Ferns love shade so try to grow them under the small trees—do not plant them under a large tree otherwise these trees will rob the fern of all nutrients from the soil. Moreover, under large trees, the ferns may not get adequate water. Regular watering is necessary for all ferns-this is important when you first begin.

Make it a habit of adding compost or mulch to your ferns at least 1-2 times a year. To protect the fern during very harsh winter, cover it will mulch or compost. Most ferns look worn out by the end of winter and thus a little bit of pruning is required in spring time.

Growing ferns

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Many people do not realize that ferns play a vital role in the ecology of gardens. Ferns are very durable plants and some are exceptionally beautiful. Ferns can generally be recognized by their leaves or fronds. These fronds can vary from plain to dark green, leathery to lacy, shiny to dull and small to big.

Ferns are hardy plants and not very susceptible to pests and disease. Ferns can grow in places where most plants will not. These beautiful plants have an exciting diversity that can only be appreciated by growing them.

Ferns generally thrive in the shade and in areas where the soil is moist but well drained. The soil must be rich in organic matter. If you can supply shade and well drained rich soil, you can grow any type of fern.

There are many types of ferns for the landscape. The deciduous grow well in summer and die back to the ground during winter. The evergreen ferns are durable and can grow even in freezing cold temperatures. Ferns can even be grown inside the home. Ferns usually grow best in zones 2-6. Ferns can be used for ground cover or to make a fence. Ferns do not require a lot of space. Some well-known ferns that love shade and moist soil include the primroses, astilbes and hostas

Flowering Yoshino Cherry, A Beautiful Japanese Bloomer

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Are you looking for a nice tree to plant in your yard? Or do you just simply want another kind of tree to learn about? Whatever the reason, the Yoshino Cherry Tree is the one for you.

The Yoshino Cherry, also known as prunus x yedonsis, is native to the country of Japan. This tree is a hybrid, however the origin is unknown. It is one of the most widly planted of the flowering trees. This is a small deciduous tree that grows from 5-12m tall. It grows the best in full sun areas and in zones 5-8. The YoshinoCherry gets beautiful flowers right before the leaves appear. The flowers are white or pale in color, with fragrant blooms with 5 petals on them.

Blooms grow in clusters of 5 or 6. It has a small, cherry fruit, that is a globose drupe 10-12mm in diameter. The fruit poses as a food for many mammals and small birds, which includes robins and thrushes. Due to it’s small size, sweet smelling fruit, and elegant shape, this tree is generally used for ornamental purposes. The Japanese legend is that a fairy maiden, flys over the trees and awakes the sleeping cherry trees with her sweet delicate breath of air.

A cool fact to know is that this cherry tree was introduced to America in 1902. Along with all new additions to your yard, the Yoshino Cherry does require a small bit of attention. This tree is sensitive to drought, therefore it will need to be watered in an area that does not receive much rain. The crowns will become one-sided unless they receive sun all over. Please be sure to plan the tree where it can receive full sun. And for best results acidic soil with good drainage, is the best choice. So get to shopping and place orders early from your local mail order nursery. Don’t forget to read proper ways to care for your trees before planting.

Shade Loving Perennials

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Not everyone’s garden has ample sunshine and this can sometimes be a limiting factor when selecting plants for your landscape. However, there are many perennials that will grow quite well even in the shade. Before you decide to plant, evaluate your landscape for sunshine. Some parts of the garden may receive the sun but it may only be for a few hours. Thus, you need to choose your plants accordingly.

Areas of medium shade often only get sunshine in the early morning or late afternoon. However, medium shade is very common in most homes in the urban areas. Besides large buildings, the landscape may be blocked from the sun from large trees or fences. If you have medium shade, then the best plants are astlibe, corydalis lutea or a variety of aquilegia hybrids. These low growing perennials are easy to grow, need minimum maintenance and produce beautiful flowers.

If your garden has even less sunshine and is dark, you can still grow some perennials like the Japanese spurge and the periwinkle. Both produce flowers with dense green foliage. Another option is the Lilly of the valley which produces pleasant fragrant flowers.

You can even grow a variety of shrubs in medium light. These include the azales, rhododendron and the hydragenas. if you want ground covers to fill in large areas of your garden, then the choices are Sweet woodruff, pachysandra, evergreen candytuft and Vinca minor. Some of these will even grow under the trees.

To brighten up your dull landscape you may even want to go with annuals, foxglove, begonias and pansies. Other flowering bulbs that also thrive in low sunlight are the surprise lilly, Madonna and calla. If you are unsure what to grow, speak to a gardener or a landscaper first.

Excellent Border Shrubbery

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Border shrubbery can have a big impact on any size of garden. However the general rule is that one should avoid creating straight border edges. Experts recommend gentle curves can be more impressive. Curves can have a bigger impact and allow for more visual enjoyment.

Next one should select the right plants- either drifts or clumps. Drifts are elongated collections of plants that rest through certain sections of the border. Clumps consist of circular collections of either a variety or a single large shrub. It is necessary to vary the heights and diameter to promote a good visual effect. Of course the dimensions should be in close proportion to the overall border length.

It is best to select several plants to create the desired effect. Random collection of many shrubs reveals chaos and disorganization. Arrange the shrubs in an irregular shape and blend in the colors. The smaller shrubs may be used as a continuous edging along the front of the bed.

Always place the tall flowers at the back of the bed. In general the plant height you leave should be no more than 2/3rd the width of the border and plants should not be very wide. Try and space the plants and do not squeeze in all plants in one corner.

Some of the best shrubs and plants for borders include the gladiolus, holly hock, and the snap dragons. One may even select bushy annuals and perennials. Try not to use plants with warm colors if you have a small backyard as this will give the illusion of very little space. The smaller the area, the fewer warm colors should be used. However, if you want to create a more traditional garden border that makes use of perennials. You will need to carefully consider the types of perennials that you wish to use because there are numerous choices. While many plants and flowers will thrive and grow in the southeast, some do much better than others at blooming and flowering throughout the year.

Now that you have the colors and the size, choose the shrubs, the peony is one the best perennials for garden borders. It has wonderful flowers and the plant does not require a lot of maintenance. Peonies have a long life so you will never have to replace the border again.

Sunflower may serve a dual purpose as flowers in the border and as background plants. Annual or perennial flowers of medium height may serve as background plants for a short border planting.

Another favorite for the border is the coreopsis which grows all year round. The only negative is that the coreopsis does multiply fast so you will have to trim them every few years.

The helleborius with its late flowering makes a great choice for the border. The striking red color will go well with green shrubbery. In addition, it will also attract a variety of birds and insects. Finally, be bold and creative. Even if mistakes are made, flowers and shrubs can be moved or taken out altogether.

Water oak (Quercus Nigra) part 2

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The water oak thrives in wet lands and is commonly found along ponds, rivers, swamps, shallow banks and estuaries. It also tolerates well drained soil. It grows in a variety of soil including sandy, clay and loam. Because the water oak tends to grow fast, it is often the most common species when there is water.

Unlike other trees, the water oak has a short life of about 50-70 years. The tree is not hardy and cannot tolerate shady conditions. Often the water oak is used to restore wetlands and forest that was previously cleared for agriculture.

Today, many hybrids of the water oak are available including the Southern red oak, blue jack oak, American Turkey oak, blackjack oak and black oak. These hybrids also grow fast but are more durable.

The water oak can rapidly cover moist landscape and is also an important source of food for deer, squirrel, raccoons, turkey and ducks. The wood of the water oak is often used for timber and fuel in the country side

Water oak (Quercus Nigra) part 1

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The water oak (Quercus Nigra) is an oak native to most parts of south and eastern USA. The tree usually is found growing in low flat lands and is often up to an altitude of 1500 feet.

The Water oak is a medium sized tree that grows to about 80-100 feet when fully mature. It also had a large trunk with a diameter of 3-4 feet. The young trees have a smooth bark which does become dark grey and scaly as it matures. The leaves are alternate, deciduous and fall off during autumn.

The water oak has spatula shaped leaves which are quite broad at the top and wedged shaped at the base. The water oak is easily identified by its leaves which have a lobe that appears as if a drop of water is hanging from edge of the leaf.

Usually the top surface of the leaf is bluish green and the lower surface is duller. The tree has a globular shape at the top when fully mature.

Virginia Pine part 2

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Overall the Virginia pine is a trouble free plant but occasionally does get affected by pests. The chief reason why landscapers like the Virginia pine is that it requires low maintenance, and it grows where no other tree can thrive. It is often used as a cover for infertile land, large arid landscapes, abandoned fields and infertile ranch land. Frequently, the Virginia pine is also referred to as the poverty pine.

The tree does provide food for the white tail deer and also offers ground cover for small mammals like rabbits and squirrels. Because of its soft wood, the Virginia pine is a favorite home for woodpeckers.

The Virginia pine also grows with many species of fungi which has a symbiotic relationship with each other. The fungi absorb nutrients from the tree and pass it on to the inner leaves.

The Virginia pine is easily recognized by its short needles which range from dark to yellowish green. The needles are twisted and are quite stiff. The flowers of the Virginia pine appear in early spring followed by cones; these cones have sharp prickles like many other pines. As the Virginia pine tree matures, the bark does become scaly and reddish brown

Virginia Pine part 1

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Virginia Pine is an evergreen conifer seen in many parts of eastern and central parts of North America. It is found growing in the wild all the way from the Appalachian Mountains to SE Ohio and on to Maine. The Virginia pine grows well on sandy soil, rocky surfaces and along open country fields. Sometimes the Virginia pine grows in inhospitable environments thus giving it the name scrub pine. When the Virginia pine grows on such unreceptive terrain, its growth is usually stunted and the shrub appears more like a weed.

When the Virginia pine matures, its wood is often used for lumber or firewood. However, during fall the tree is also used as Christmas tree decoration because the tree can be easily pruned into a nice pyramidal shape. In some parts of the country, the Virginia pine forms a pleasant scenic background of tangled branches and fine consistency of the leaves.

The Virginia pine is a shallow tree reaching heights of 30-40 feet when fully mature. It also tends to grow wide at the base when it grows out in the open. It has an irregular pyramidal shape when young but quickly becomes distorted and globular. Being a member of the pine family, the Virginia pine is also related to the larches, firs, spruces and hemlocks.

Virginia Pine generally grows in soil where no other evergreen or pine will grow. It does require well drained soil which is slightly acidic. It prefers sandy loams or heavy clay soil to thrive. Unlike other shrubs, it tends to thrive when neglected and easily invades the nearby alleys, road side and rural lanes.

It is best suited to zones 4-8

Hibiscus Shrub Part 2

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Hibiscus can be planted any time but most people buy them when they have already flowered. If planted during summer, they do need to be watered regularly until mature.

Since the hibiscus has a short flowering season, they should be located towards the back edge with smaller plants such as perennials and bulbs in front. Once the hibiscus plant gets growing and matures, it needs little care. Experts do recommend a little mulch or compost in early spring.

Sometimes the hibiscus shrub does act dead, but this is just dormancy. The hibiscus comes alive in late spring or early summer. The first leaves are usually pale white-yellowish but soon start to darken.

When pruning is done well, the shrub does produce an aggregate of pretty flowers. The great thing about hibiscus is that all flowers come at the same time. Hibiscus also look great when they are planted in discrete locations rather everywhere. Experts recommend that during spring the plant should be trimmed to a single rigid stem and all dead side branches should be cut.

Letting the shoots develop in future will develop into a nice thick head. If pruning is done each spring, one can produce more flowers each year.

In general, hibiscus plants and flowers are resistant to pests and disease.
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Hibiscus Shrub Part 1

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One of the all time favorites for gardeners is the hibiscus. This deciduous flowering plant is commonly found in Asia. However, the eastern Asian variety tends to grow laterally whereas the western species tends to grow more erect and has larger flowers. Over the years, many hybrids of the hibiscus plant have been created. The hibiscus blooms in early summer but bears no fruit.

One of the reasons why hibiscus is preferred by landscapers is that it has a fast growth rate. The plant does require a lot of sun to thrive. In partial shade the flowers do not tend to be as big. The hibiscus thrives best in zones 5-8 and at maturity varies in height from 5-8 feet.

The soil must be rich, well drained and moist. The hibiscus is best used as a screen or hedge. Since the shrub does tend to grow laterally, individual plants should be spaced at least 6-8 feet apart.

Depending on the cultivar one buys, the flower may vary in color. Hibiscus flowers range in color from milky white, lilac, pink, lavender, brilliant white or rich purple. The hybrids usually better able to stand up to rain and the petals do not always get damaged from sleet or ice.

The mint flavored shrub- Wintergreen Part 2

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Wintergreen shrubs are more commonly known because of their medical benefits. People who consume the berries of the wintergreen plant claim that the extracts can relieve joint pain, headache, fever, sore throat and various muscle pains. Wintergreen extracts are also widely used to flavor confectionary, candies, chewing gum and chocolates. It is also used to impart the minty odor to chewing and dipping tobacco; and dental products like tooth paste and mouth wash.

Besides humans, the berries are eaten by animals and birds and leave a nice residual minty flavor.

The Wintergreen shrub also contains a chemical substance which is very similar to aspirin. It is believed that this chemical is the reason why wintergreen can help relieve fever and body aches.

The wintergreen is relatively easy to grow when the soil is well drained and there is ample sunlight. The plant does require a lot of water during the early period of growth because of its heavy rooted system.

The mature plant does need some pruning to maintain its shape. Because the plant offers an immediate impact on landscape, it is a good choice for many home owners.
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The mint flavored shrub- Wintergreen Part 1

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Wintergreen is a group of plants closely related to the genus Gaultheria. Wintergreen is an evergreen shrub because of the year around green foliage. The Wintergreen plant is also known as Canada Tea, Checkerberry, Chink, Mountain Tea, Hill berry, Spiceberry, Teaberry, Redberry tea, Ground berry, Box berry, Grouse berry, Ivory plum, and Red pollom. Wintergreen leaves are usually collected throughout year to be used for health purposes.

The wintergreen is found in temperate climates and in the wild can be seen growing from northern eastern Canada, west to the prairies and south to Georgia and Florida. In the wild, wintergreen can be seen growing along hedges or borders of small alleys and lanes.

The wintergreen is preferred by landscapers because it remains dark green throughout winter and produces bright red berries.

The Wintergreen plant is an evergreen, shallow creeping shrub that releases and aromatic minty smell. The shrub grows to a height of 4-8 inches. The leaves are dark green and glossy; and the blooms are small white bell shaped flower.

The wintergreen is most well known for its bright red edible cherries. While the berries are used for medical purposes, the leaves are also used to extract a variety of aromatic oils

What should one know prior to developing a good landscape? Part 3

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Caring for plants

Even though there are many plants that can grow without much maintenance, some energy and effort is required to make the landscape beautiful. Most people want a beautiful landscape and always think of planting roses. While roses do make the land look pretty, they do require a lot of work. Roses need to be sprayed, pruned, trimmed, watered, and dead foliage needs to be regularly removed if you want to continue having colorful roses.

Most people want instant success with roses but are not willing to put in the time. Therefore, if you do not have the time or you do not want to spend time in the garden, then roses should not be on the list of plants you want on your landscape.

So what plant does one buy?

Plants are easily available at most garden centers and nurseries in most towns and cities in North America. Most plants are sold in 1-2 gallon pots or plastic containers. Most people seem to forget that these small plants will grow large once they are planted in the ground.

By thoroughly bearing in mind how huge a mature plant will become prior to planting it, you will save you a lot of effort, heartache, time, and money.

If you are a novice getting into landscaping, the best advice is to speak to an expert at a nursery. For more on landscaping, please visit www.tnnursery.net

What should one know prior to developing a good landscape? Part 2

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Planning Ahead

Prior to purchasing plants, look at where you want to place our plant. Study the location to determine whether it is sunny, dark, wet, dry and what type of soil you have. Some plants prefer acidic soil and yet other prefers alkaline soil.
This planning does not take long but yet most majority of consumers have absolutely no clue about their landscape.

When these factors are not taken into account, the results are always predictable- disaster. Individuals who assess their landscape before buying a plant almost always have a 100% success. Further, when preplanning is done, the majority of plants selected will thrive without a great deal of maintenance.

What should one know prior to developing a good landscape? part 1

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The majority of individuals who start out in landscaping or gardening have very little idea about the different plants and growth requirements. The average consumer simply walks into a store or goes online and buys the most colorful plant. And the result in most cases is an inevitable failure. For successful gardening or landscaping, one should start to read or ask questions about plants before buying them. Good plant selection is the chief requirement for successful landscaping. The landscape can only look as good as the plants you select. If you select poor plants, you will get an awful scene and vice versa.

The other criteria when choosing plants is to know where you will place them. Many consumers buy a plant, then find it is too big for the house, and then place it somewhere in the back yard. This is considered poor planning. Secondly, if you do not want to work hard, buy plants that require low maintenance. Plants can grow wild and make your landscape look very messy if you do not maintain them. Other things one should know before buying a plant is what size it will grow to, what season it blooms and whether is it susceptible to insects.

All about watering your landscape 101: Part 2

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If you are not sure how much water to give to your plants, place a small marked container at the bottom of soil. When you water, check the time when the water reaches to a certain mark. Sometimes water runs off before it has time to penetrate the soil and you have accomplished nothing. To avoid run off, decrease the amount of water you use or water for a short time. Allow the water to sink and soak the plant, and irrigate again.

Everyone has their own personal time to water their plants. In general, watering of plants is best done early in the morning. At this of the day, one uses less water because there is no evaporation. One should avoid watering after dusk because foliage will stay wet all night and become prone to disease.

Watering anytime in the afternoon is also not recommended. When drops of water sit on leaves, they act as a hot spot (magnifying glass) and burn holes in leave due to sun’s energy. Further, when irrigating is done in the afternoon, it uses up much more water because the majority evaporates before it even reaches the deep soil. Thus, always water first thing in the morning because it conserves water, allows deeper penetration and decreases the risk of spreading plant disease.

To make watering more effective, place a decent layer of mulch around the garden and trees. The mulch significantly reduces evaporation from soil and also helps to keep the soil cool and moist. Further, mulch also acts as a great obstacle to weeds that contend with your plants for water. Mulch can be made of tree bark, wood chips, pine needles, mowed grass clipping, or desiccated leaves.

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All about watering your landscape 101 Part 1

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When it comes to watering the landscape, everyone has his or her own ideas and beliefs. Some people water their plants once a week, others water plants 2-3 times a week, and yet others never water their plants- living everything to nature. If you want to enjoy your landscape or garden at its best, especially throughout the summer, then in most cases you need to water them frequently. To most people watering simply means holding a hosepipe over the plant for a few minutes or let the sprinkler do the watering automatically. However, there are a few tricks about watering that can help your plants become stronger and more durable.

The majority of pants growing around homes, in the vegetable garden, lawns and flowerbeds require about 2-3 cm of water or rainfall each week during the developing season. If you have had a decent rainfall during the week, then watering can be avoided. If the rainfall has been minuscule, then one must water.

Superficial watering does not do much for plant growth. Watering is best done deep and can be done infrequently. Watering more than twice a week is not recommended because shallow watering encourages shallow rooting. Deep watering allows roots to embed deeper in soil, making plants better able to tolerate stress.

If you are not sure how much water to give to your plants, place a small marked container at the bottom of soil. When you water, check the time when the water reaches to a certain mark. Sometimes water runs off before it has time to penetrate the soil and you have accomplished nothing. To avoid run off, decrease the amount of water you use or water for a short time. Allow the water to sink and soak the plant, and irrigate again.

Everlastings: Part 3

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The majority of herbs sold also are everlastings, although not all have attractive flowers.

The most commonly used everlasting herbs include:

Lavender.
Mints
Oregano
Rosemary

Finally there are many varieties of grasses whose seed heads also develop colorful everlastings. To have a great indoor plant show, flowers are not the only segment of the plant for decorations. Plants like the Gaillardia makes furry circular seed heads that make nice decorations for the home. Other everlastings include the leaves of Artemisia and dusty miller. Shrubbery is often the background for garlands/wreaths, with blooms and seedpods as decorations.

The majority of everlastings have a long flowering season, usually from June to October, depending on the season. The plants are easy to grow and there is usually a nearly 100 percent germination rate. One can use everlastings as a feature in the garden, along driveways, or as cut or dried flowers or as an unusual gift or keepsake.

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Everlastings: Part 2

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Everlastings Types

Everlastings are easy to grow and often flourish in the garden without one knowing.

Annual everlasting flowers include the following:

Ageratum
Bachelor’s buttons (Centaurea),
Basil flowers
Calendula
Celosia (cockscomb)
Dusty miller
Gomphrena (globe amaranth)
Larkspur
Scabiosa
Statice
Strawflower (Helichrysum)
Both salvia and marigold also are everlastings but since these flowers do hold on to a lot of ordinary moisture, they are trickier to manage when picked. These flowers are best picked just prior to ripeness and should be immediately dried in a warm environment, which is dry. Once they are dried, the flowers will reduce in size to half their original size.
Perennial plants used as everlastings include:
Allium flowers (both chives and garlic)
Armeria (true thrift),
Artemisia
Astilbe
Baby’s breath
Butterfly weed
Gaillardia
Hydrangea
Lavender
Liatris
Monarda
Perennial salvias
Roses
Santolina
Sedum.
Thistles
Yarrow

Everlastings

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Everyone wants to know if there is a flower that can be planted in early spring, remain beautiful and one is able to look at the flowers for a long time. Well in fact, there is a plant and these are everlastings. Everlastings are plants that maintain their great shape, youth, and color many months after they have been clipped and dried. The best news is that these plants are not difficult to grow or dry.
Everlastings are quite different from many other types of flowers.

Most of the species of everlastings have little or no moisture on the flowers. Moreover, they feel soft and dry to touch even before they are clipped and dried. In the past, there were no cut flowers available and everlastings were the only alternative flowers for the indoors.

Everlastings have a rich history and have been popular flowers in most cultures for centuries. In the latter part of 19th and 20th century, the popularity of everlastings decreased, partly because of availability of silk or synthetic flowers. Now things have changed again. Everlastings are again one of the most sought flowers for homes.

Today everlastings can be bought from almost any flower shop and the majority are imported from Europe.

Bulbs: Part 2

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TULIPS

When planting any bulb like tulips or daffodils, plant the bulbs 10 cm (4in) deep and 10cm (4in) apart. Water the bulbs when the buds are rising to encourage large blooms and taller stems. Always top dress bulbs in autumn after planting. For long-term display, wait until the foliage has died off before cutting back. Also beware of slugs, they absolutely love tulips!

The bulbs grow well in a fertile, sandy soil and in a sunny location. Tulips like to be planted before the first frost or during the autumn and as late as November. They need cold weather to root. If you do grow them in containers, you must not forget to water them during the early spring when you might get dry, warm weather, or else the bulbs will dry out and all that hard work will be gone to waste.

If you love tulips than a visit to Keukenhof, is the place to go, where from March to May, about six million tulips will bloom. Since 1949, the Dutch bulb growers put on a display of all varieties and colours of tulips among sculpture exhibitions and other permanent garden displays. People travel from all over the world just to see the array of tulips. It is a breath taking site and a must for all tulip lovers.

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Bulbs 101

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BULBS

A bulb is an underground vertical stem that has tailored leaves with thick bases. The leaves of bulbs are frequently used as food storage pedicles when the plant is dormant.
The leaves of the bulb generally do not support the leaves. Plants that form true bulbs include onions, garlic, lily, tulip, amaryllis, and Iris.

Most flower bulbs necessitate a cold climate to bloom perennially. In southern part of the country, bulb species have evolved that do not always need this recurrent frosty weather to multiply. These bulbs, which grow in Florida, Tennessee, Arizona, and Texas, include several species of narcissus, French Roman Hyacinth, and the tulip.

Bulbs are easy care plants. They are a lot easier to handle than tiny seeds. However, there are two provisos; you must choose the right bulb to grow. Once grown, bulbs are hardy with a good reputation for reliability and can be left in the ground to come up year after year. There are many bulbs to choose from like, Botanical tulips, snowdrops, grape hyacinths, narcissi and daffodils. There are others that have to be lifted out of the ground and stored for the year after; these are garden tulips, hyacinths and nearly all gladioli. You usually do that once the foliage is shriveled.

The second proviso is you must plant bulbs in the right place. There are two important things one must remember; the main one being that once the foliage dies down once the flowering is over- this can be quite unsightly with large plants. You must not cut these large plant off until it is brown and withered. The next important thing is to remember where to plant bulbs, since many bulbs spread quite rapidly by self-seeding. Thus, one should not set them too close to delicate plants which maybe over run.

GARDENING Basics 101 Part 2

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COMPOST

The best time to make compost is spring as it can rot down faster. It is a great source of bulky organic material to use in your garden. It is easy and costs nothing to make your own compost. Your garden will also benefit from all that mulch that you make.

There are two types of composts, soil less compost is made from peat or a substitute of bark or coir. Soil-based composts are a mixture of sterilized soil, peat or an alternative like sand.

Soil-less compost is suitable for sowing and potting household plants.
Always make sure you use moist, warmed to room temperature and fresh compost. Do not keep left over compost from one season to the next as the fertilizers change into harmful chemicals with age, but you can still use your old supply to improve the soil outdoors.

Most city councils supply households with bins to make your own compost, but if you are not able to get one of these bins, you can always make your own compost heap.

THINGS YOU CAN PUT ON THE COMPOST:

Shredded paper, but not shiny/glossy magazines
Dead leaves
Prunings
Uncooked vegetable trimmings, peelings
Used Tea bags from the kitchen
Annual weeds
Tops of perennial weeds
Old bedding plants
Lawn mowings
Soft hedge trimmings

Things that you should not put in your compost:

Synthetic material
Cooked food scrapes
Dog or cat waste
Soil pests
Any weeds with seed heads
Meat or bones

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