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The Gardener's Network : How to Grow Watercress Herb Plants
... just prior to use. You can keep it in the refrigerator for short periods of time. How to Grow Watercress: Watercress grows in rich soil along streambeds and creeks. Plants grow ... weather is best. Watercress is grown from seed. Start plants indoors in rich seed starting soil. Keep soil moist. Transplant seedlings outdoors along slow flowing creekbeds. Harvest leaves and young stems before the ...
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Gardener's Network: How to Grow Canna Flower Plants
... : Plant rhizomes in the spring. Cannas prefer a rich, organic soil. Plant in full sun. Canna needs plenty of water, but soil should be well draining (except varieties grown in water). Divide ... organic matter during planting. Apply a nitrogen rich fertilizer once a month for optimum growth. Keep soil moist all season long. Mulch around plants heavily every year to help retain water, and to ...
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The Gardener's Network : How to Grow Crocosmia Flowering Bulbs(Corms)
... full sun. Plant in in rich, loose garden soil. If the soil is heavy or doesn't drain well, mix ... during planting, only if the soil is dry. Keep soil moist, not wet. Add fertilizer only if the soil is poor. Plants will grow two to four feet tall, and begin to produce flowers in the summer. If growing Crocosmia in containers, select a large pot with drainage holes. Keep ...
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Gardener's Net: How to Grow Elephant Ear Plants
... plants like hot sun and humidity. Elephant ears prefer a rich, organic soil. They are moisture lovers, but the soil needs to drain well. Note: Plants an be invasive. You may want ... into the soil around the plants. Plant bulbs in early spring. Mix in plenty of compost and organic matter. Apply a nitrogen rich fertilizer once a month for optimum growth. Keep soil moist all ...
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The Gardener's Net: Herb Gardens
... try new recipes all winter long. Most herbs grow best in well drained, fairly fertile soil with a neutral pH of 6.5 to 7.0. Seeds can be sown indoors ... . Make sure not to plant them deeply. Just barely cover the seed and keep the top surface of the soil moist. Thin seedlings according to the instructions on the seed packet. Insects and ...
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The Gardener's Network - Herbs : How to Grow Balm Lemon
... the plants, dug about 6-8 inches below the soil. Bees are attracted to the flowers. Propagation: Balm Lemon ... It prefers full sun to light shade, and a moist, slightly rich soil. They also do well in average soils. Space ... moist soil. Water them during dry periods, at least once a week. Add a general purpose fertilizer once a month. Flowers will go to seed quickly. Aggressively cut back plants to keep ...
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The Gardener's Network - Herbs : How to Grow Chamomile
... will help this plant to grow to it's maximum height. Provide sufficient water to keep the soil moist. Harvest the flowers when they reach peak bloom. They can be used fresh, or ...
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The Gardener's Net : Arborvitae Trees
... amounts of compost with soil from the hole. Place the plant in the hole and fill with soil and compost. Tamp the soil lightly. Water generously when planting. Keeping the soil moist in the first ... of new growth. Strip away the lower leaves. Plant in coarse, well draining sand. Keep the soil most. Winter Protection for Arborvitae In cold climates, it's important to provide winter protection ...
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Gardener's Network: How to Grow Caladium Flowering Bulbs / Tuberous Roots
... buds on each divided section. Store the roots in dry soil, or spaghnum moss in a dry, dark location until ready ... soil, peat moss, or vermiculite. Roots should have a few buds on them. Water well the first time, then keep the soil moist. The plant needs warm soil ... direct sunlight. Caladium likes rich soil. The soil needs to be kept moist, but should be well draining. If the soil is poor, add generous ...
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The Gardener's Network: Flowers - How to Grow Dahlia Perennial Flowers
... to include some in your flowerbeds. After they bloom and adorn your yard, they will keep your vases full from late summer to fall. Propagation: Dahlia can be grown from seed ... big feeders. Make sure the soil is rich and fertile. Add plenty of compost and apply mulch. Low nitrogen fertilizer should be applied regularly all season. Keep the soil moist but drained, at all ...
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