When to transplant camellias is a question many gardeners have, particularly those who have grown their plants for several years. While it may be tempting to simply transplant the entire plant (which is not recommended), there are actually some reasons that suggest it is best to remove the flower from its root. If you are …
It’s a question many squash players ask. When is Acorn squash ready to eat? If your squash game has been stale or uninspiring recently, it may be time to consider checking for a newer squash player with some added muscle on top of the already fit body of an experienced squash player. Squash is more …
How to prune mountain laurel trees is a question that many people wonder about. This plant is a prized ornamental tree in the United States, in both the Eastern and the Western states. The tree grows to a height of approximately 50 feet tall, with a spreading trunk that can reach several feet across. The …
There are two types of azalea gardens in the world, the first is in the Midwest. And the second is in the Southeast. I live in southern Missouri and have had my biggest success in the latter of these two places. What I have found is that planting in the Southeast is a little different …
Q. How do you store broccoli seeds? I want to make sure that my next batch of broccoli isn’t sitting in a bowl of mustard. A. The best way to store broccoli seed is to put it into a container with a tight fitting lid. No, even if the broccoli blossoms bloom, it’s still edible. …
Learning how to grow paprika is a great idea for anyone who enjoys cooking with peppers. Even if you are not a huge spice fan, you can still enjoy the flavor of this delightful little spice. You can find it in many of your favorite recipes or you can buy a packet of dried powdered …
Learning how to prune a mesquite tree is easy. It just takes understanding the basics of pruning, which is what we will cover in this article. When you are pruning, always cut at the branch that is higher. If you do not know which branch to cut, look for a symptom of stress such as …
Certainly anyone who considers how to transplant grapes from one vineyard to another (even in fall or spring) will have heard of the possibility of grafting grapes from another source. It has to be admitted, however, that this technique is rarely used these days. It has more often been relegated to the realm of specialist …
Have you noticed that your cauliflower is turning purple lately? Have you noticed that the “head” of the cauliflower has turned “bloomy” and is now “diverting” out of its head! Or even worse, that you can’t get a good picture of it because the “cauliflower” is now discoloring much more than before! You may have …
The question on everyone’s mind is how to get rid of day lilies. These are beautiful flowers that can either make you very happy or can make you very upset. There are different reasons that lilies affect us emotionally, such as when they are in bloom, a funeral, or when someone is born. I will …
