Controlling squirrels can be challenging, especially during tomato season when the little pests come down to your garden for a full buffet! It takes time and care to grow and look after tomatoes, and therefore, it can be extremely frustrating waking up and seeing the damage done to your plants by neighboring squirrels. Read the …
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A soft perennial, amaryllis can be grown in pots or as an addition to your garden during the summer months. Amaryllis is not tolerant of freezing temperatures. They can be left outside in USDA zone 8 and below and 9-11 if you overwinter your plants with mulch. If you live in a cooler clime, you …
Are you planning on planting amaryllis plants in your garden or the front porch of your house? You can use three ways to propagate this flower, including dividing bulbs, separating offsets, and planting seeds. Can you grow amaryllis plants from seeds? Yes, definitely. Despite the fact that the process can be time-consuming, it is possible …
If you are looking for tomato seeds germination tips and you have come to the right place. When done wrong, it can take over 40 days to sprout tomato seeds, or they may never sprout! If you are a first-time tomato grower, planting seeds from scratch and waiting for them to germinate can be daunting! …
What temperature kills tomato plants? Like every year, or maybe for the first year, you want to plant some tomatoes for the growing season. You want to plant them early so the growing season is as long as possible. The problem is that you are unsure what is too cold for tomato plants. I personally …
You may have heard before that sterilizing soil is an excellent way to kill all the harmful bacteria, weed seeds, insects, viruses, and soil-borne pathogens that can hide in your dirt, waiting to pounce and feed on your poor, unsuspecting house plants. On the other hand, you might have heard that it’s not a good …
Amaryllis is native to the central and southern parts of America. Although many countries have developed their own varieties of these gorgeous flowering plants, the South American variant (Hippeastrum x hybridum) is the most widely cultivated. Many countries, however, have developed different types of these lovely flowering plants. Variants of amaryllis include double blooming …
The amaryllis is similar in appearance to the lily and makes for a beautiful piece of indoor decor. The colors vary from white to red, and as one of the easiest flower bulbs to care for, it’s popular among plant-enthusiasts and novice gardeners alike. Amaryllis bulbs do not require a huge pot, but as they …
Who does not love a gorgeous garden full of colorful blooms? Amaryllis is a perennial bulb that spreads and comes back every year. From one amaryllis bulb, you can get dozens of plants and dozens of gorgeous blooms. For those looking to transplant or move their amaryllis, moving and digging up the bulb can be …
The beautiful amaryllis is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding flower bulbs to grow. Easy to care for, and visually stunning, they are known for their characteristic tall stems and striking trumpet-like flowers. The good news is that these beauties are also exceptionally simple to nurture and maintain, no matter whether you are an amateur …