Outdoor Plants
Outdoor plants for the American Southwest.
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3 Tips To Improve Garden Safety
3 Tips To Improve Garden Safety For Seniors. When it comes to hobbies that help you age well, gardening has repeatedly ruled the lists. The benefits of gardening are well-documented, thanks to a host of studies. According to past research, taking up gardening in your later years can help reduce stress, aid in mental and […]
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How to pick healthy plants
The best way to tell if you are picking a healthy plant is by observing the plant. Here, you can truly judge a book by its cover. If a plant has been treated correctly and has no diseases or pests, you can always tell by how nice it looks.
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Dead Nettle Plant Care Planting
Dead Nettle Plant Care Planting. Meet the dead nettle (Lamium purpureum), a charming little leaf plant ideal for ground cover or as a focal point in a decorative pot. This herbaceous perennial thrives best in acidic soil, making it an excellent choice for gardeners who want low-maintenance greenery. Curious about why it’s called “dead”? Unlike […]
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Dusty Miller Plant Care: Silver Ragwort
The Dusty Miller Plant Care (Jacobaea Maritima). People also call it the Silver Ragwort plant. The first time I spotted it, I honestly thought it was just another stubborn weed popping up in the yard. Its pale, silvery leaves looked so different from everything else around, it really didn’t seem like a plant you’d want […]
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Chinese Pistache Trees Southwest
The Chinese Pistache tree (non-bearing) is Probably one of the hardiest trees to plant in and around the Southwest. It is a small to medium-sized ornamental tree and of course, it is native to China.
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The Monkey Plant Care
The Monkey Plant Care. What exactly is this plant? Well, first of all, it is a carnivorous plant meaning it eats insects and small reptiles. The scientific name is Nepenthes and it has many names the most common is the Pitcher plant because it resembles a pitcher vase or container. How to Care for the […]
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What is fertilizer
Is it important to fertilize? What is fertilizer? Not exactly, but fertilizing matters, especially in the Southwest or dry regions with little rainfall. Plants in these areas often need extra nutrients since natural elements like rain don’t always replenish the soil. Without proper fertilization, it’s harder for plants to grow healthy and strong in such […]
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Planting Violas
Planting Violas (Violaceae family) in the southwest is a bit challenging. These colorful plants love the sun during the spring seasons and fall. However, once the scorching summer heat arrives it’s best to place them in shade. But if you plant them in your garden beds it is important to remove weeds and other debris. […]
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Preparing your garden for fall
Preparing your garden for fall Preparing your garden for fall. Ahhh, fall! With the changing colors, the bright, sunny days, and the cool, crisp nights, autumn is the perfect time to work in the garden. After a hot summer, the still-warm soil protects the root systems of new plantings, helps divided perennials survive the cut, […]
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Ajuga Reptans Plants
What are Ajuga Reptans plants? They go by other names mainly Bugleweed, Carpet Bugle, Carpet weed, and ground pine. These plants are low-growing, easy-to-maintain plants and are used for ground cover in gardens, landscapes, or containers. They are mostly used and grown for their attractive foliage colors. Most gardeners use them in pots for filler […]
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