Soil pH Requirements for Vegetables
Member George writes: I grow hot peppers as a hobby. And try to learn by making mistakes. To me, there is a mystery. The information I have states that peppers need an acid soil, most ... read article
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Soil Preparation
Q. I was wondering if it would suffice for me to top dress a bed with soil conditioner or compost. Or, would it work if I took a shovel and pushed it into the ground and opened a slit, and then put some ... read article
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Spring Bulbs
Recycling Spring Bulbs You can recycle your spring bulbs which have been forced for bloom in the winter, usually purchased from a florist. But, you must maintain the green foliage for as long as possible. ... read article
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Stakes
Nancy writes: Last year I had something planted in my garden that needed staking. The stakes are still there, as I never took them out, although I removed all the dead material from last year. Is there any reason ... read article
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Stumps
Barb writes: Do you have a secret for removing stumps? A. It depends on the type, number and size of stumps. Some trees have big wide root systems, such as pine trees. Some trees, like oak, have deep roots and a ... read article
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Tree Sap Removal
There are many different types of tree sap that may deposit on a vehicle. Some of the most common types are: White Pine, Maple, Oak, Popular, and Blue Spruce. Deciding factors as to the amount of time it ... read article
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Tropical Plants
Q. Right now, I live in an apartment in Nashville, TN, but love tropical plants. I do have a balcony on which to put these tropical trees, but could also leave them inside. What would you suggest? Inside ... read article
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Watering
Cora writes: Are you supposed to water all house plants from the bottom or just the African violets? I watered my Peace Lily and my Song of India plant from the top of the pot directly on the soil, and this friend said that you ... read article
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Wedding Garden
Lu writes: My daughter is being married in June of 2003. I would like to get my garden going this year so that our back yard will be full of blooms in June of 2003. We live on Long Island - any suggestions ... read article
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Window Boxes
Q. Can you give me some ideas of plants for my window boxes--I would like some good plants that look good together as well as some different combination plants that you wouldn't usually put together but do ... read article
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