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Pansies are among the most popular garden flowers grown today. They are most commonly grown as annuals, producing the best flowers and growth when temperatures are mild in the fall and spring. Although they are relatively trouble-free, there are several problems that can affect them. Anthracnose: Anthracnose is caused by the fungus Colletotrichum species and … Read more
A medium (30 ft; 9.1 m) to large (65 ft; 19.8 m) tree (Figure 2), the avocado tree is classified as an evergreen, although some varieties lose their leaves for a short time before and during flowering. The tree canopy ranges from low, dense and symmetrical to upright and asymmetrical. Limbs are easily broken by … Read more
Deciding how far apart to space your flower bulbs when planting can make all the difference in how full and lush your garden blooms. While specific planting distances vary by bulb type and variety, following general spacing guidelines will help your bulbs thrive. In this complete guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about … Read more
The Dianthus genus is large and varied and includes evergreen perennials, biennials and annuals. However, the most popular garden type are referred to as ‘garden pinks’. This is not because they are all pink but because the flowers have a serrated edge as if they have been trimmed with pinking shears. Garden pinks are a … Read more
Try onion companion planting to guarantee great results in growing an abundant and healthy crop of onions as well as benefitting other plants When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Once you get to grips with onion companion planting you’ll enjoy better results growing … Read more
Scarifying is a vital maintenance technique that removes moss or dead organic material from your lawn. Leaving moss and other debris on your lawn can suffocates the roots of the grass, depriving them of nutrients and encouraging further weed growth. Follow our step by step guide for top tips for lawn scarification. Scarifying is an … Read more
This week marks my two year anniversary here on the Nature’s Seed blog. From seed bombs to backyard putting greens, from Native American legends and snow mold, I’ve covered a wide range of topics that have hopefully been interesting and helpful. Besides my weekly blog updates I also answer customer inquiries and emails each day. … Read more
For many of us, summer means sunshine, warm weather, and no snow. However, while uncommon, it is possible for snow to fall even during the hottest months of the year. In this article, we’ll explore how and where summer snow occurs, some recent examples, and why you might even want to experience it for yourself! … Read more
Texas summers are famously hot, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F. While the intense heat and sunlight can be challenging for gardens, certain flowers actually thrive under these demanding conditions. By choosing the right varieties you can create stunning gardens that flourish all summer long in the Texas climate. This article covers 12 of the best … Read more
This common question stumps a lot of new and seasoned growers. While many believe that topping pepper plants provides benefits to their production and their garden as a whole, others feel that this practice yields negative results for their plants, affecting their fruit production drastically. We break down the concept of topping pepper plants and … Read more