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Robertson dewflower (Drosanthemum micans) is my favorite low-growing, flowering succulent. And whatever is in second place is ...
As you wander around outside you may see many different types of trees and shrubs blooming for spring now. It gets us really ...
Brighten up the shaded areas of your yard with shade-loving, flowering woodland plants. Here are some plants (with photographs) and the shade level they prefer.
MacCubbin gives Florida gardening advice on peach trees, nun’s orchids, delphiniums, camellias, maple trees, liriope, ferns and peace lilies ...
It’s April 1 and for the first time this year, the turkeys are beginning their spring dance. In the ‘space in between’ the ...
These special maples again caught the eyes of enthusiasts. Now there are perhaps 1,000 cultivars in existence, although sloppy recordkeeping and naming practices may have resulted in many duplications ...
Summer heat can wreak havoc on skin and hair, but ancient wisdom holds the cure. From Multani Mitti to homeopathy, time-tested remedies offer real relief. Here’s a holistic, natural guide to glowing ...
Santi recommends the following planting distances for trees and other types of vegetation: Small shrubs (under 3 feet tall): 3 to 4 feet from the foundation Medium shrubs (3 to 5 feet tall): 4 to 6 ...
The sun may be shining, but don’t let it fool you—spring planting season isn’t here yet. As eager gardeners look to dig in, ...
The Old Farmer's Almanac released its summer forecast. Mississippi looks hot and dry. Gulf should watch for tropical storm or hurricane.
April, if you haven’t been out, you’ve already missed out on seeing some of the early bird ephemerals in full bloom.
We're all familiar with apples and pears, but there are many other fruit trees that produce edible fruit. Perhaps not as ...