… Lilacs begin to set buds for the following year shortly after they finish blooming; if pruning is desired, it should be done immediately after flowering to maintain flower production the next …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… sure how the heat- and humidity-loving ghost orchid would hold up in travel. The Garden is one of the few institutions in the world to have ghost orchids; the plant is notoriously difficult to grow outside of its natural habitat in Florida and Cuba. In the … captivated an audience at Chelsea and another one at Kew. And the Orchid Conservation Team is already discussing other potential collaborations. “I am thrilled, honestly, that our ghost …
Type: Blog
… Although daytime temperatures may be pleasant and even balmy this month, autumn’s hard frost is on the way—and outdoor tasks are often dictated by its arrival. Cleanup and maintenance chores … winter. Although our gardens are bidding farewell to the last of the season’s flowers, October is a great time to plant spring-blooming bulbs in anticipation of next year’s growing season. Garden To-Do List Plant spring bulbs Fall is prime time for planting spring-blooming bulbs. Consider adding new varieties to the yard and …
Type: Plant Info
… need approximately 1 inch of water per week throughout their entire root zones. This is especially important in hot, dry weather. Keep track of rainfall amounts and be ready to … yet, mulch garden beds immediately after weeding with 2 to 3 inches of shredded bark. This is the best way to help retain soil moisture and keep weeds under control. Take notes and photos … an even supply of moisture rather than a heavy soaking and then a drought. Straw mulch is helpful in these beds as well as containers. Cool, wet spring? Determine fertilizer needs Many …
Type: Plant Info
… Description: This tiny migrant is most often seen in wooded areas in very early in spring and late in fall. One day in early … ratio and can maintain heat better than a small bird. So the key for a kinglet to keep warm is to cuddle. …
Type: Birding
… flowering shrubs on my property and cut branches to force indoors for late-winter color. What is the best way to do this? A. Branches from most flowering trees or shrubs can be successfully …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. Is it true that some viburnums will not be affected by the viburnum leaf beetle? A. Viburnum leaf …
Type: Plant Info
… the base and bend it toward the ground; it will break just below the soil line where the spear is free of fibrous roots. Once harvested, asparagus deteriorates quickly, so it should be …
Type: Plant Info
… with the Hawaiian Islands on October 1 and 2 as the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Island is transformed into an island paradise! Learn all about Hawaii with travel information and themed …
Type: Event for Calendar
… greenhouse-grown mums are not hardy and will not survive over the winter. The earlier the mum is planted in your garden, the greater the chance of survival over winter. Mulch newly planted …
Type: Plant Info
