Things to know about Asparagus: USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 and warmer Sun exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom time: Harvest in April, May Perennial: Continues each year Soil type: Sandy, loamy Varieties: Mary Washington (rust resistant); Waltham Washington (rust resistant); Heirloom: Jersey Knight Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) belongs to the lily …
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Loading...Tomatoes are of the nightshade family Solanum lycopersicum waculentium. The word tomato comes from the Spanish tomate originating in the South American Andes migrating to the prehistoric gardens of the Aztecs and the Mexican Indians who grew tomatl in their maize (corn) patches. Its use as a food originated in …
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...At this time of year we tell ourselves how much we miss our spring and summer flowers. But wait—you can have colorful flowers with awesome leaves in the fall. Succulents offer a variety of leave shapes and color with different flower heads that are very appealing. A few ideas are …
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...Lawn in the Landscape In this article, I will show you some useful tips on planting grass seed. A beautiful lawn begins with careful planning. The type of grass you plant depends on your landscape design and how you use the lawn area. Flower boarders should be set off by …
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...“Hey! It’s snowing outside and everything is covered with a sparkling and white coating of frost. It is such a beautiful feast for the eyes!” I thought, while peeping outside my office window. Immediately, the smile faded away when I thought about my plants, back home. It’s winter again and …
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...The best time to clean garden tools is each time after you use them. Everyone gets busy during the gardening season from spring until fall and usually do not find time to clean-as-you-go. When you have dull hand tool blades or shovels, here are some tips to help you. Tools …
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