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Apps for Flower Gardeners
by Anna P. May 21st, 2013 | Flowers
You already know that there's an app for everything, and gardening is no exception. The fact there are so many different apps to choose from makes it difficult to discern which apps are your best bet. That's why we compiled a list for you to find the right kind of mobile apps that are best for you and your flower garden. These apps are for Android and iOS (including iPhone and iPad). Each app mentioned below includes name, developer name, where you can find it, and how much it costs. Most of these apps are free, so some of
Vegetables and Flowers in the Garden
by Kimberly Hays May 1st, 2013 | Vegetables
I remember when I was growing up, the vegetable garden would be in the back corner of the yard, and the flower gardens were planted close to the patio and around the porches for all to see. It is time to take a hint from the French who have had formal flower gardens that are also include vegetables and herbs. This tradition has gone on for centuries in other countries, all the way back to medieval times. Aside from making the vegetable garden more attractive, the flowers can also be very beneficial.
Adding flowers in the vegetable garden will bring
Adding flowers in the vegetable garden will bring
Growing Bloodroot
by T Akery April 9th, 2013 | Flowers
Bloodroot sounds like a gross name for a spring flower. Its nickname is derived from the color of sap that it produces when cut. But despite this, the Bloodroot is quite the interesting flower. It is one of the first flowers you will see after winter's frost.
If you are in zones 4 through 7, the bloodroot will thrive outdoors. They can be grown in containers as well. You will need the right set of indoor conditions in order to ensure this flower will thrive.
Bloodroot can be grown from seeds, but it is most often grown from cuttings. Seeds do
If you are in zones 4 through 7, the bloodroot will thrive outdoors. They can be grown in containers as well. You will need the right set of indoor conditions in order to ensure this flower will thrive.
Bloodroot can be grown from seeds, but it is most often grown from cuttings. Seeds do
Growing Windflowers
by T Akery April 5th, 2013 | Flowers
Windflowers are pretty flowers rumored to have been grown by the wind. While this is a legend, the name actually comes from its Greek name and genus, the Anemone. It is an easy to care for spring flower with a short blooming time. They are ideal flowers for zones 5 to 9, but they can be grown in other zones if their roots are adequately protected with mulch.
The flowers are grown from tubers or bulbs rather than seeds. You will need to do a soak on the tubers first prior to planting. This will help them get started in
The flowers are grown from tubers or bulbs rather than seeds. You will need to do a soak on the tubers first prior to planting. This will help them get started in
Growing Daffodils
by Anna P. March 27th, 2013 | Flowers
Daffodils are a quintessential part of spring, the same as green grass and butterflies. These gorgeous blooms, which are often referred to as Narcissus, come in about sixty or so different varieties. These flowers feature a bell shaped corona with a ring of six flower leaves that meet into a tube right at the edge of the three locular. Read on to find out how to grow daffodils.
1- Start Late in the Year
Start planting the daffodil bulbs during a cooler season in late September or early October. You want to start planting them after the warm temperatures start to
1- Start Late in the Year
Start planting the daffodil bulbs during a cooler season in late September or early October. You want to start planting them after the warm temperatures start to