How to properly prune a fig tree to increase fruit and growth

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With careful trimming, the common fig tree (Ficus carica) can produce large amounts of edible fruit. This is a beautiful plant. If you’re growing your plant in a small yard or container, pruning has the added benefit of producing more fruit. To properly prune a fig tree and maximize fruit production and growth, begin pruning … Read more

Petunias: Horticultural 4 Mistakes to Fix Before You Can Taste Them

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For those who enjoy gardening, petunias are popular annuals because they are affordable at garden stores, easy to grow, and, with proper care, bloom from spring to fall. These stunning trumpet-shaped blossoms come in colors that complement any color scheme and are available in white, pink, red, purple and even black. More gorgeous new varieties … Read more

Is Growing White Baneberry Safe or a Dangerous Mistake?

This is a strange and unusual plant that looks very different from the annuals you see in most gardens. If you’ve ever seen a white banberry, its unusual appearance has caught your attention. However, under the display of its elaborate blooms, strange fruits and vibrant foliage, it is poisonous to people and most animals. So, … Read more

Cardinals Favorites: 16 Trees and Plants That Draw These Beautiful Birds

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Here’s our in-depth guide to removing cardinals from your yard! This post will discuss 16 amazing plants and trees known to attract these colorful birds. Learn how to use nature’s beauty to create the ultimate paradise in your garden. Alligators, lions, sharks and more! Don’t miss the hottest and latest animal news of the day. … Read more

12 easy-to-grow indoor plants that only need a cup of water

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A common method of success is propagating indoor plants directly into water. To encourage root growth, simply take cuttings from an established plant and submerge them in water. These cuttings will eventually grow into full-grown plants just like their parents. To start, just make a small incision. These 12 indoor plants can be started in … Read more

How to properly prune tomato plants

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During the growing season, you can reap the benefits of stronger plants, more fruit production, and bigger harvests by pruning your tomato plants regularly. This means you will have a lot of tomatoes, which you wouldn’t otherwise have. If you have tomato plants that are disease-prone, drooping, or diseased, pruning should be on your gardening … Read more

Poisonous Plants:15 Deadly Grasses You Should Never Touch

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The natural world contains an incredible variety of plants, many of which are beautiful and good for human health and ecosystems. Many of these useful plants have dark sides. These dangerous plants can cause anything from minor skin irritation to severe poisoning and even death when touched or consumed as they are full of poisonous, … Read more

Science understands that plant roots grow faster and stronger.

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Plant roots are essential “mouths” through which they take in water and nutrients, attach themselves, grow, and resist environmental challenges. However, the complex mechanisms behind the formation of plant roots have long remained enigmatic. This mystery has now been solved by an important study, which has shown an unexpected connection between the development of plant … Read more

Grow clover in your yard for these 8 amazing benefits.

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If, every spring, you find yourself cringing at the first clover that appears in your yard, you may want to rethink those pessimistic ideas. Just as there are many benefits to using ground cover plants to control weeds and improve aesthetics, clover has special benefits for your yard. We reached out to professionals in landscaping … Read more

8 Hydrangea Mistakes You Should Never Make

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Southern gardeners love hydrangeas for their gorgeous blooms. But even these effortless beauties can suffer if we make a few frequent mistakes. If you want your hydrangea to thrive and bloom every year, here are eight important things to avoid: 1. Pruning Blunders Regular pruning of hydrangeas is essential, but the right timing and method … Read more