There are many questions a gardener might ask when they are growing their Vinca. Some of the most common questions I have heard are: Why are my Vinca leaves turning yellow? How do I stop them from turning yellow? And most importantly; how do I know if my plants are infected with fungus? The fungus, …
How to transplant plumeria bushes can be tricky for many gardeners. Plumseria (plumeria capituifolia) is a fairly delicate plant and can even be damaged by some common garden pruning methods. When it comes to how to transplant plumeria, there are several things that must be considered. This article will discuss how to transplant trees in …
African violet (UV) is a powerful yellowish violet (Vitamin C) and the most commonly used vegetable dyes. It has a long history as both a pigment and a dye, with obvious practical reasons for its use in food, clothing and pottery. However it has also had a reputation for having a toxic effect on humans …
Many people ask me the question, “How often should I water a poinsettia?” My reply is usually, “At least once a week”. Poinsettias love a lot of water. They like it moist, but not muddy. They also like it moistened by the rays of the sun, but not so much that they drown in it. …
If you’ve been growing pumpkins for any length of time, you know that they are creatures of habit and a creature that tend to put its feet where it can comfortably rest. While this does ensure they are in good shape when fall hits, it also means that over the course of the season, they …
When should I divide Liriope? The answer to this question depends on your goals. If you want it to be a lush, thick, lush and green lawn, then you have many reasons to prefer to divide Liriope between March and May or sometime in November. The first reason is that the colder months can damage …
When to transplant wisteria depends on the variety you are growing. Generally, you should do this in late winter or early spring when the plants are dormant. The dormant period makes it easier to transplant since there is no need to exert any effort. If you are transplanting the first one, you also have the …
How to grow oleander from cuttings is a common question for anyone with a passion for the outdoors. This beautiful flowering plant can be found all over the United States in states from Alaska to Hawaii. It grows best in full sunlight, but can tolerate partial shade as well. The plant is sensitive to dryness, …
If you are a regular consumer of bananas, you would have noticed that sometimes a banana will split open and the portion covered by the split looks just like a half. Is this because of improper cutting or is it simply a genetic defect? There has been much speculation on this question, but no one …
Marigold is a beautiful flower that can be grown almost anywhere. I live in the mountains so having fresh marigolds in my garden every year is essential. It can be a little expensive to have the seeds planted and brought home in the spring but it’s well worth the trouble. I’m going to share with …
