Citrus trees are a type of fruit-bearing tree from the Rue family. There are over 60 different species of Citrus grown all over the world. From the common lemon and limes to the rare Blood Orange, all are part of the Citrus genus. These deciduous are known to grow vigorously during the spring and summer …
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Tomatoes are a very healthy addition to your lush garden. You can plant them in pots, containers, or directly in the ground. And just like all fruit, tomatoes need lots of sunshine and water. So this means that you have to keep their earth nice and moist. But before you get overenthusiastic about watering your …
If you want beautiful bursts of color in your garden then planting Petunias is the way to go. These sun-loving plants produce beautiful flowers throughout the summer and to do this they need lots of water. Petunias grow well in pots, containers, hanging baskets, and directly in the earth. But wherever you choose to grow …
September is a time of the year when gardens are bursting with late-blooming vegetables. It is also a time of plentiful fruit harvests. Many gardeners are winding down their plating regiments by the time September shows up. But, most of us are just beginning our fall and early winter planting. In this article, we discuss …
August is among the busiest months in the garden. There are crops to harvest and replant, weeds to pick, and more. In August, flowers are blooming, fruits are ready for picking, and autumn and winter planting needs planning. Even though the warmest of gardening seasons are coming to a rapid closure during this month, there …
If you have been intimidated at the thought of growing your own strawberries, don’t be! Strawberries are not hard to grow, and you can grow them in any size space- including pots and containers. The size of a strawberry is often dictated by the type that you are cultivating as well as the distinct berry’s …
Do you want to grow your own strawberries? Are you environmentally conscious? Would you like the best crop possible? Then consider growing your strawberries hydroponically. How to grow strawberries hydroponically To starts growing strawberries hydroponically choose an area that has a steady temperature and lots of light. Fill reservoirs with a nutrient-mixed water solution. …
Arborvitae is an incredibly versatile plant. Not only are they super hardy and resilient, but they are iconic, ornamental, and easy on the eyes. Arborvitae has plenty of purposes when it comes to outdoor planting, including acting as a live fence and stopping the wind from making a mess of your other plants. Planting arborvitae …
How to test nitrogen in the soil. There are many components of soil, and each one needs to be present in certain quantities to grow a healthy vegetable crop or a beautiful garden. One of these key nutrients is nitrogen, primarily responsible for bountiful, healthy flowers and plants. Unfortunately, nitrogen can be lost in the …
The amount of potassium (K) in your soil depends on many factors and is available in three forms for your plants. These sources are available at different levels because some are readily available for use while others are not. The makeup of the soil is a factor because of where potassium comes from. An act …