Christina Inge
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Stories By Christina Inge
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Acids & Bases In Fertilizers
Acids & Bases in Fertilizers. Many beginning gardeners wonder about the acids and bases in fertilizers. whether they should purchase an acid fertilizer, a basic one, or a neutral one. Making the decision starts with soil testing to determine the existing pH of the soil.
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How To Prune Asters, Salvia And Other Flowering Plants
How to Prune Asters, Salvia and Other Flowering Plants. Knowing when and how to prune flowering plants is one of the fundamental skills beginner gardeners need to learn. Once you master pruning, you're well on your way to having healthy, attractive perennials that come back year after year, maintaining their shape and getting bigger without crowding out other plants. Positive pruning practices are essential to plant health, helping to prevent diseases and ward off pests. Pruning annuals is almost never necessary, since they only last for one growing season, but perennials, such as asters and salvia, need to be pruned at least once per growing season.
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