How Early Can I Replant Canna Lily Rhizome?

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Canna lilies are a specialized form of lily, closer to calla lilies than standard lilies. They grow several petals in a tube formation and come in colors from pale pink to bright orange. Plants and flowers may be relatively small or extremely large, depending on the variety of canna.

The Germination of Impatiens

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Impatiens are a common ornamental plant, also called touch-me-not. Most gardeners grow Impatiens walleriana, originally native to Eastern Africa, but now grown throughout North America and Europe. These plants are perennial in frost-free climates and annual in colder areas. Gardeners propagate impat

What Is the Difference Between Dwarf Fruit Trees as Opposed to Semidwarf?

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Semidwarf and dwarf fruit trees are grafted onto standard rootstock to start growing. The trees have more of an ornamental value because of their small size compared to standard-sized trees. The most common dwarf and semidwarf fruit trees are the apple and pear tree. Other fruit trees such as cherry

How to Create a Bright Light Terrarium

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For those of you who have ample windows in your home, especially those with southern exposures, a bright light terrarium is a great way to add a bit of scenery to a room. They are easy to create and can be done in an afternoon.

Alternaria on Flowers

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Plant diseases are very often transmitted to plants by pathogenic fungal species and as such are often named after those causal fungal species. A classic example of this is Alternaria diseases, a range of plant diseases caused by Alternaria species of fungi. Understanding vital information about the

What Causes Brown Spots on Rhododendron Leaves?

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Several fungal or bacterial diseases plague rhododendrons.rhododendron image by reises from Fotolia.comGlossy, evergreen foliage and large, showy flowers coupled with relatively easy maintenance make rhododendrons a popular plant throughout the coastal areas of the United States. They are...

Blueberry Plant Nutrition Problems

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A blueberry plant's overall health is a factor of its nutrition. Healthy plants are more able to fight off diseases than unhealthy plants. Blueberries are distantly related to both cranberries and azaleas. Because of this, these plants have similar nutritional needs. Blueberry plants grow well in

Care of Allehany Viburnum

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The Alleghany viburnum is a shrub that can grow up to 8 to 10 feet tall and wide. Able to grow in USDA zones 5 to 8, it is recognized by its dark green leathery leaves as well as red and black fruit clusters that appear in September to October. It produces white flowers in late April or early May, m

How to Grow Purple Dutch Iris

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Dutch iris is a graceful, mid-size iris that pops out in spring with an abundance of multi-colored blooms. They can be purple, white, blue, yellow and orange. Because of its narrower petals and long, slender stems, Dutch iris is a favorite of florists and home gardeners. Dutch iris is particularly s

Grow Lights Vs. Natural Light

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Sunlight naturally contains different colors, or frequencies, of light that plants need for growth and fruiting. Natural light is best for plants in most areas, but grow lights provide proper light for indoor plants and hydroponic gardens.

Different Kinds of Beds

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Your bed should be the most attractive item in your room.bed image by Kirsten Alexander from Fotolia.comThe bed is likely the first thing you notice when you enter someone's room, since it's the largest and main piece of furniture in the space. If you're redecorating your bedroom, it's...

Wisconsin Wild Blueberry Plants

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Wild and cultivated blueberries thrive in Wisconsin.Nathan Blaney/Photodisc/Getty ImagesOf the five wild Wisconsin plants sometimes referred to as blueberries (Vaccinium spp.), only two grow widely throughout the state. Another is endangered, while a fourth is actually a bilberry. These...

How to Collect Anise Hyssop Seeds

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Anise hyssop (agastache foeniculum), is a North American native herb. While it is not a showy plant, the scent of anise hyssop and the appeal of its odor to bees makes it worth growing in the garden. The leaves of the anise hyssop smell like anise with a touch of lemon or pine. Historically, beekeep

Avondale Redbud Tree Information

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The avondale redbud tree is the avondale cultivar, or variety, of the chinensis species. The chinensis species is a member of the Cercis genus, which is in the aesalpiniaceae sub-family, the Fabaceae family. The avondale originated from central China and Japan but can be found in North America, wher

Why Do My Shrubs Always Turn Brown & Die?

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Shrubs are generally hardy, low-maintenance plants that live 20 years or longer with proper care. Use a process of elimination to find the cause of your shrub woes. Start with the most likely causes, such as poor soil, improper watering, planting or fertilizing practices or the selection of unsuitab

How do I Press Fresh Cut Flowers to Keep?

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Cut flowers in a vase brighten up any room. Unfortunately, they only last for a short time before losing their freshness and vibrancy. You can keep and enjoy beautiful flowers for many years to come if you know how to press them. Pressing preserves newly cut flowers that can either be kept as keepsa

My Pepper Plants Are Healthy But They Just Stopped Growing

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Pepper plant growth rates slow naturally prior to fruiting. When the plant is not fruiting and there are no other symptoms, such as yellowing or curling leaves, reduced growth rate suggests inadequate growing conditions.

Leaf Damage on Rose Bushes

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Rose bush leaves naturally wilt in late autumn. Dead or damaged leaves before fall suggest improper growing conditions. Firm, green leaves require at least six hours of direct sunlight and moist but well-drained soil. If problems exist despite those conditions, a pest or a fungal disease is likely t

How to Care for a Tete-a-Tete Daffodil

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A Tête-à-Tête daffodil is a mini yellow daffodil that starts to grow and bloom in early spring. It reaches a height of only six to eight inches and each plant has about two to three blooms, which are about two and a half inches wide. It is one of the most popular Narcissus flowers in

Where to Plant a Magnolia Sun Spire Tree

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Selected in 1997 and registered in 1999, the sun spire magnolia was created by August Kehr. Bred for both size and quality of the signature yellow flower, the sun spire magnolia is one of the smaller magnolia hybrids.