Ever pondered over what to grow in those spots in your yard where grass is too hard to cut with a lawn mower or grass won’t grow at all? Here’s a solution to your problem–ground covers.
“Ground covers are a name many gardeners have given to low- growing plants that cover a
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If you’re tired of the same old plants and vegetables in your garden, here are a few new varieties to try.
Begonia Eureka–This plant is designed for superior garden performance and is available in several colors ranging from green to bronze. These grow especially well in heat and humidity.
Begonia “Super Olympia”
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Not all flowers bloom during the day. Some prefer to bloom when the sun goes down. As you plan your spring garden, think about planting some night-blooming flowers.
Moonvine, angel’s trumpet and night-blooming cereus, are just a few of the night blooming flowers, according to Dr. Dave Williams, a
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A clean houseplant is a healthier houseplant, and without dust on its leaves, it uses the sun’s energy more efficiently for photosynthesis, says Dr. Dave Williams, a horticulturist with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
To clean leaves, dampen paper towels, cloths or sponges and carefully wipe upper and
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