By Shepherd
Ordering seeds through the mail is a secure and timely way of getting certain desired types of plants through the mail. It is also possible to buy live plants. Plant catalogs and websites can take orders and ship the plants out live for transplantation once they arrive at their destination. Make sure that the seller will insulate the package well enough so the plant will not be damaged during...
By Rose Kivi
Balsam trees (Abies balsamea) are commonly known as Christmas trees. They are the most popular tree used for Christmas decor because of their beauty and strong pine scent. Pruning on Balsam trees is done to promote growth, prevent disease and to shape the tree. The key to successfully pruning a Balsam tree is to have a light hand and avoid over pruning. Pinch the ends off of the stem tips of...
By Love to Write
Vegetable and flower gardens are a substantial investment--not to mention a lot of work and upkeep. When four-legged friends visit the garden and decide to satisfy their stomachs--the first thing a homeowner wants is to prevent the deer from returning. Chemical solutions and bait are not the answer. A safe and natural way to keep deer at bay is by signaling to them to seek food elsewhere. By...
By Megan Shannon
The peace lily is a favorite houseplant to many homeowners and plant lovers. There are many reasons for this, including the beauty with minimal effort required by the owner. The peace lily can live in low-light environments, which is a large bonus for many people. Suprisingly enough, they can even survive the harsh fluorescent lights that many of us deal with in our work environment. Before you...
By Kim Waits
Believed to hold the power of life by the Ancient Chinese, today's mums are used to add a splash of vibrant color to the fall garden, as well as the centerpiece for many autumn festivities. Mums come in an incredible array of colors ranging from the deepest ruby red to the palest butter yellow and snow white. Potted mums are easy to take care of and will produce an abundance of colorful...