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  • Plants that root in water

    ...h plants you all have had success with rooting in water. It's much easier to me than keeping pots watered. It takes up a lot less space,too.Thanks! More

  • water iris seeds?

    Hello I just got some water iris seeds and not sure how to start them?Do I put them in water to soaked or do I put them in soil?Hope someone can help me out here never had seeds before so do not know what I should do with them?Thank you… More

  • Water or Coke

    WATER or Coke? WATER #1. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (Likely applies to half the world population.) #2. In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is mistaken for hunger. #3. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as 3%. #4. One glass of… More

  • Canning and Hard Water

    ...w do you sterilize jars when all you have is hard water and it leaves calcium (mineral) deposits on the jars? More

  • Pooling Water

    ...y. This has created a ditch like effect where the water will pool. We put in a garden in one corner of our yard and… More

  • Water Lilllys

    [SIZE="1"]i know.....i know My first ones to bloom this year !! :) sas, are two of your flies missing ? More

  • water cress on a veranda

    Can I grow water cress in a container of water on my veranda? If so, should I add a weak solution of Miracle gro to the water. Any help I can get for this project would be highly appreciated. Mahalo and aloha, More

  • Water and Fertilizer?

    ... of course several varieties of tomato. I usually water them every evening and they seem to be doing well. I was wondering if I may be watering them to often. And could someone tell… More

  • Wintering Water Hyacinth

    I live in northeast Ohio will my water hyacinth survive the winter?? This is the first year I've had them. How about Sweet reed More

  • Fir Mulch/Cedar Mulch and what i learned can anyone help

    So here is what I have learned with fir mulch and I would very much like some feedback. I live in California, I had a gardener convince me to put home depot mulch, fir mulch, on all of my beds. About 2 inches deep it was placed in the spring… More

  • shade tree for dogs?

    Hi, I am new here. I am looking for advice. I live in Ohio. harsh winters. have a 2 year old husky, use a runner for her to be outside the 2 bushes are old. just bought our house 2 years old. would like some shade to let her lay… More

  • OMG; look....Weeds NO MORE

    Look what I found, I am in glee over it. Wanted to share it with you all as I will be going the store right now to buy the 15% 20 liter of this Vingear. I have some that is 80% but have not used it yet as it is… More

  • "Genetically Modified Root Systems"...

    ...Systems Result In Plants That Survive With Little water ScienceDaily (July 30, 2008) — A part of the global food crisis is the inefficiency of current irrigation methods. More irrigated water evaporates than reaches the roots… More

  • Tucson Arizona Gardening HELP!!

    ... as this rental has only gravel for a yard and no irrigation system. Any suggestions as to making it all work here? I have a 1/2 whiskey barrel in the mostly shaded patio and it's FULL of herbs (note to… More

  • Little Water Garden Problem

    I have some water lilies and a water iris growing in a wine barrel. The lilies are growing, but the lilies and the iris especially is covered in some fuzzy slimy gray stuff that I think is algae. I put some water plant food in there today but I dont… More

  • Waste water from AC unit. Can I use it?

    ...I can't find an answer anywhere. My AC unit drips water all day long, as they all do. I've put my watering can under it to see just how much water it collects. Well, I could probably fill it 10 or more… More

  • How often should you water tomatos?

    .... I was wondering how often and how much I should water the trees. Also, Is it necessary to fertilize after planting a tomato tree into the ground? If so, when and how much? -thanks More

  • Water Lily

    I would like to plant some Water Lily's but need to know when to plant them, fall or spring.... More

  • Water gardens as water retention areas

    My husband and I are planning a new larger veggie garden area and a paver patio area. The patio will be next to the house so we need to be mindful of drainage. He wants to put a drain line under the patio and run it the side yard to… More

  • Slanted Flowerbeds to Water More Efficiently?

    ...nd place a soaker hose at the back? Shouldn't the water soak all of the plants pretty efficiently that… More

  • Installing a Backyard Fish Pond Tips

    Installing a backyard fish pond is an aesthetic addition to your landscaping and offers a bit of tranquility as well. However, taking care of backyard fish ponds is not as easy as one might think. And, you have to do more than simply install the fish pond and then let… More

  • Seed Germination Tips

    ...e's what I do: 1) With masking tape and a Sharpie waterproof marker, mark a ziplock baggie with seed type,… More

  • Boston fern tips and tricks??

    My wonderful and generous neighbor ladies got together and bought me the HUGEST Boston fern I have ever seen in my life- the thing literally covers my entire coffee table. I have never tried to grow one of these luscious beauties because I've heard they're pretty tough to maintain. Now,… More

  • irrigation question

    ... in a community veggie garden at church. Our well water is high sulphur and high iron. Do either of those hurt anything? The lawns thrive on it. No sure about veggies. More

  • Clump Birch Planting tips

    ..., two of them actually. Was wondering how much to water them and how often directly after the planting. Used some B12 and other fertilizers to prevent transplant shock (purchased them at Lowe's) and since Sunday, they seem quite vibrant. Should I water less often and… More

  • how much to water

    ...te. I had a huge crop of fruit. I'm not sure if I water to much or to little. I live in northern california and it can get… More

  • New member water starved southern California

    ...o keep up-to-date on garden tips requiring little water, as I am having to reduce dramatically. More

  • water lily

    I have never had my water lily leaves to grow above the water like this before. They have always laid on the water with the flowers above the leaves. I think these are much prettier. More

  • water hycinth's

    ...a small pond next summer and does anyone have any water hycinth's they could share with me?Thank you Rita More

  • Best time to water???

    When is the best time to water plants? Evening or Morning? More

  • what to do with my water liily

    being in mn. what do you do with a water lily in the winter, if i just keep it in the house in water will it rot?:( Help More

  • how often to water periwinkles??

    how often should i water my periwinkles and wedelias?? More

  • Shipping of water lilies & lotus

    Barby, when I send lilies I wrap them in damp (not wet) newspaper and then put them in a couple of plastic grocery bags that I tie shut. I mail them on a Monday or Tuesday, never later in the week, using priority mail. I do the same with lotus… More

  • From AcraMax Gardening Email Tips on getting rid of UNWANTED Pests

    What's Bugging You? By: Kathy Bond Borie Because of the mild winter and soaking spring, it promises to be a banner year for garden pests. I'm bracing myself for the onslaught. The slugs are rearing their ugly heads already, so I've been wearing thick-soled shoes whenever I visit my garden… More

  • Irrigation topics

    ...re about irrigation in a gardening forum ? Saving Water & fertilizer thanks to this forum tipsMore