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Why Is My Rose Not Fragrant?

Roses are beautiful to look at, but alot of their appeal comes from their fragrance. Many people are enticed by the sweet aroma of roses, and they will endure the pain caused from thorn pricks just to maintain that wonderful smell in their gardens. The subject of fragrance itself is complex. The scent...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 07-22-2009
Plan Ahead for Vegetables

Spring is almost here and it is time to start making preparations for your vegetable gardens. For those that are new to planting a vegetable gardens, there are a few things that you will want to keep in mind. With a little advanced planning, you can have a wonderful garden that will supply you with many...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 03-06-2009
What Is A Sucker?

Sometimes trees and shrubs will spread by producing suckers. In the world of gardening, a sucker is a vertical shoot that emerges from the roots of a tree or shrub. In some cases, like forsythia or lilacs , this is how the plant spreads. You can actually sever the suckers and transplant them when the...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-25-2009
Alkaline Soil

Soil pH can have a major impact on the success rate of your garden. Some plants like soil that is more acidic and some do better in alkaline soil. It is a good idea to test the soil before planting to make sure that the conditions are idea of your plant material. But what do you do if you find that your...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-23-2009
How Do I Plant Tulip Bulbs?

Tulips are one of the most popular spring flowers, and people put a lot of time energy in planting them. If you are wanting to know how to get these beautiful flowers to bloom in your garden, here are a few tips. After you have your tulip bulbs (if you need tips on selecting bulbs, check out the "...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-22-2009
Which Way is Up?

So you have spent hours thumbing through catalogs and planning out your garden. You have decided that you are going to experiment by planting a wide assortment of flower bulbs, some are varieties that you have never grown before. You call up and place your order and you eagerly await the arrival of your...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-16-2009
Maximizing Your Success With Bulbs

Planting bulbs , in the spring or fall, can bring beautiful blooms to your garden. However, it can be frustrating when you take the time to plant and the bulbs do not emerge. To maximize your success rate you will want to make sure that are careful when planting your bulbs. First of all, you will want...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-13-2009
Will Tree Roots Damage The Foundation Of My House?

With spring quickly approaching, people start planning out their landscaping projects. Trees are a nice addition, especially in newly developed areas where trees are few and far between. Planting a tree can give your yard character, while giving you something to watch grow year after year. After you...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-05-2009
The Advantages of Bareroot Plants

There are many reasons that people choose to order bareroot plant material over potted or containerized material. Although bareroot material might not be as attractive as containerized plants to begin with, they are a great value. One of the main reasons that bareroot material is so popular, is that...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 01-29-2009
Why Do States Restrict Plants From Being Shipped In?

Sometimes, mail-order nurseries will run into restrictions on which plants they are able to ship into certain states. This can happen for a variety of reasons, but typically the goal is to protect the ecosystem in a particular area. Some states will restrict certain plants because they are considered...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 01-28-2009

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