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The Best Soil Type for Growing Delicious Raspberries Raspberries are a favorite fruit for many gardeners. Their sweet, juicy berries packed with vitamins and antioxidants make a refreshing summer treat. However, successfully growing raspberries requires providing them with the optimal soil conditions. The right soil environment is crucial for the plants to thrive and produce … Read more
Magnolia trees are cherished for their beautiful fragrant blooms and striking form. But to ensure your magnolias thrive, proper spacing when planting is crucial. This guide will explore optimal distances for magnolia trees based on variety along with other factors impacting layout decisions. Overview of Magnolia Tree Types There are over 200 magnolia species ranging … Read more
Ants are omnivorous insects that feed on a diverse range of food sources. When it comes to plants, ants interact with them in various ways as part of their feeding habits. While ants do not directly consume most plant material, they do have complex dietary relationships with vegetation. The Basics of Ant Diet Different ant … Read more
For many gardeners, the first plant they were given to grow and care for as a child was a Venus fly trap (Dionaea muscipula). This fun plant is carnivorous and catches flies, much to the amusement of anyone lucky enough to see it in action. Native to North and South Carolina, Venus fly trap is … Read more
Yellow lilies with red spots are some of the most striking flowers you can grow in your garden. The vibrant contrast between the sunny yellow petals and ruby spots grabs attention even from a distance. These beauties brighten borders, containers and cutting gardens with their colorful blooms. In this article we’ll explore some of the … Read more
Wisteria vines are beautiful flowering vines that can grow quite large over time. If your wisteria has outgrown its current location, you may be considering transplanting it to a new spot. Transplanting an established wisteria vine is challenging but can be done with proper planning and care. Why Transplant a Mature Wisteria? There are several … Read more
Yellow Leaves on Zucchini Plants: Causes and Solutions Zucchini is one of the most prolific and easy-to-grow vegetables. However even this fast-growing crop can run into problems. One common issue is yellow leaves on zucchini plants, a condition known as chlorosis. Yellowing leaves indicate the plant is stressed and is a warning sign that something … Read more
For a sun-loving perennial that can enhance the appeal of your pollinator garden, consider bee balm. In this guide, we will tell you all about bee balm flowers, how to grow and care for them, and what varieties you can plant. Use the table of contents below to jump to the section you are interested … Read more
This article is republished with permissions from theJanuary 2020 issueof Washington Gardener, a publication covering Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area gardens. If you’ve read any of my past diatribes, you know that I favor scientific, botanical nomenclature above “common names”. That’s caused many of my readers to come to think of me as a … Read more
Growers must use irrigation on raspberries, especially during the fruiting period, to get high-quality fruit. Water stress causes unmarketable, crumbly berries, and reduces plant growth and yield. Establish a water source and test the water quality prior to selecting a site for your raspberry planting, to determine whether the water source is suitable for raspberries. … Read more