Have you had the experience of transplanting an Oriental poppy or butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa) to another part of the garden and later found these plants coming up again in the places where you had removed them? It is almost impossible to get every bit of the root system. The pieces of roots that are … Read more
Regrettably, the pleasure of avocational gardening should never be marred by altercations among neighbors over property lines, invading tree roots, wayward vines, and overhanging fruits. Yet we must admit that the history of the goddess Pomona is not entirely free of wrangling over her bounties and the behavior of her subjects. Back in 1650, an … Read more
Where do I get the stones for my rock garden? Happy is the gardener if the rocks are already on the property, such as a natural ledge, an old quarry, or a boulder-strewn field. Then, man has merely to rearrange a bit the stones provided by nature, add soil and a few plants and the … Read more
The stems of this plant are unusual in form, which is zig-zag-like rick-rack braids, and is especially desirable for arrangements where the added value of the silhouette is desired. In the far south, Pedilanthus is a hardy shrub growing in sun or light shade, but it must be treated as a pot plant for most … Read more
At this time of year, the gardener is constantly reminded by nursery catalogs, newspaper columns, and magazine articles of the merits of setting out plants in the Fall. Much can be said in favor of fall planting for certain types of plants, but since nothing on this earth of ours is wholly good, the gardener … Read more
As time goes on, gardens are becoming smaller and smaller. Because of this trend, which is a very marked one throughout the country, it is becoming increasingly important to select only those plants which will give the most beautiful for the longest time. Among the flowering trees, for instance, the horse chestnuts and double-flowered Oriental … Read more
In the South, the pecan is one of the most valuable dual-purpose trees. It gives us needed shade in summer and a rich harvest of tasty fruit in the fall. Best Time To Plant The best time to plant pecans in the South is from November to March when the trees are completely dormant. Small … Read more
Scientists tell us that more than 40 species of scale insects feed on some part of the camellia plant. Fortunately, few of these will be encountered by the average camellia grower, but as with any pest, these few may prove very disastrous. Scales may quickly rob a plant of its vitality and render it incapable … Read more
Lawn watering, we all agree, is necessary. But the question arises about how much water and how often it should be applied. There are several theories on the subject—each well founded on experience and testing. Different Theories On Lawn Watering Robert Schery, Director of the Lawn Institute, in his remarks at the June Convention of … Read more
Hydrangeas might well be called the lazy gardener’s plant. They respond to minimum care by producing a wealth of showy blooms in summer, and in autumn, the foliage and flowers of most species turn to rich colors. The ones mentioned here usually withstand a temperature of 10° degrees Fahrenheit and Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora as low … Read more