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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

Your orchid will live longer if you use this simple 4 trick

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Orchids are among the most difficult indoor houseplants, to maintain. They make ideal gifts or impulse buys because of their spectacular flowers and exuberant personalities, but maintaining their happiness requires some skill. A succulent or ZZ plant allows you to check on the orchid more often than placing it on the windowsill and call it … Read more