… A. Your hibiscus should be moved indoors well before the first fall frost. Check the plants for insects prior to moving them indoors. Hibiscus commonly attract whitefly. Do not be alarmed … consistent moisture, but do not allow the plant to stand in water, which is a good practice for all houseplants. If your plant is growing in its original potting medium, it should be …
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… snowfall completely covered many woody and evergreen shrubs, which reduced feeding choices for hungry deer and rabbits. Unfortunately, many evergreens, especially yews and arborvitae, are … reduced. To differentiate between snow-damaged shrubs and plants foraged by deer, check for scat and hoof prints. Although not entirely reliable, repellents may be a helpful deterrent. …
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… during days), bright room. During active growth a fuchsia needs moist soil, but as it prepares for dormancy, withhold water in October and November, watering slightly only when the soil is quite dry. Check during winter for problems. Leaf drop and failure to flower are normal at this time. In March, gradually resume …
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… cover the soil with an inch of sharp sand to deter egg laying. Insecticides are available for professional greenhouse use but are not normally recommended for the occasional home problem. …
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… out the weeds. Any suggestions would be appreciated. A. There are many products available for spot-treating weeds once they have emerged. However, there are a few guidelines to follow, … turf is stressed due to drought or if rain is expected within 24 hours. Avoid mowing your lawn for a few days before and after application. If you need to use the weed killers in your freshly …
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… The berries weigh up to an ounce each, making each one a two-bite snack. There's more good news. 'Jumbo' is hardy to -25, so you can be confident Chicago winters won't faze it. And it's … part shade, though you'll get a better crop in full sun. You will need a male variety nearby for pollination. And plan for frequent pruning and strong support...the vigorous vines are large and heavy, especially at …
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… like grapes. 'Hardy Red' kiwi vine is female, and that's important if you want to grow it for the fruit as well as the flowers, because you'll need a male vine for pollination. 'Hardy Red' is hardy to -25, so you can be confident Chicago winters won't faze …
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… colorful, but only she can give you the delicious kiwi berries (as long as a male's around for pollination). The berries have the the distinctive taste of grocery store kiwis, but without … support. Left unchecked, these woody twining vines can reach 20 feet, making them great for covering arbors or shading a patio. They'll they grow well in part shade, but you'll get a …
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… Short-leaf Aloe was winner of the RHS Garden Award of Merit in 2002 for being one of the first aloes to be successfully cultivated in Europe. As the name implies, … months, it is a tender perennial and will need winter in a cool or frost-free greenhouse for the winter. In warmer climates it could be used as a groundcover. …
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… leaf margins have sharp red brown teeth. It will grow well in full sun in well drained soils. For the best colors keep it dry. Mature size is a messy shrubby mound about 3 feet tall and 4 … the rosettes, are a red-orange and sparsely flowered. An interesting aloe primarily grown for its colorful foliage …
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