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August 22, 2019Q.Balcony Troughs in sunny situation
I would like a selection of plants to put into our troughs for the winter, that will not be too hard work to keep watering on a daily basis , or get a self watering trough MAYBE as it has been a nightmare not forseeing this hot summer to keep plants alive and thriving even geraniums,,,what do you suggest for I USE which will home owner friendly please cant down load tried no success sorry
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GKH_Susan on
August 23, 2019
Certified ExpertA.If you want plant material for the winter you need to go with mostly evergreens. You are in zone 6a so here are some suggestions:
Shrubs: aucuba (shade), azalea (shade), dwarf nandina (sun), boxwood (sun), inkberry (sun), camellia (part-sun), false holly (sun), Sunshine Ligustrum (sun).
Perennials: Hellebore, candytuft, pansy (cool season annual), lilyturf (sun or shade), coral bells (part sun), Christmas fern (shade), Autumn fern (shade).Keep the troughs in a protected area since containers during winter require even more cold hardiness since plants are not in the ground.
You can look up many of these in our database for more information on individual plants.Was this answer useful?00
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- Asked by
tashiera701 on
August 23, 2019
Zone 10Q.NATIVE PLANTS FOR BUTTERFLIES
I live in zone 10 and want to plant flowers that attract butterflies
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 23, 2019
Certified ExpertA.You have quite a selection, though some will be treated as annuals, or heat sensitive perennials requiring a rest period each year.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/butterfly-garden-plants.htm
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August 30, 2019 - Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 30, 2019
Certified ExpertA.I'm sorry but we don't recommend any products but try to answer questions about plants. I did find a couple articles about gardening books, however, that I will include. You can search the Internet for books on plants or visit local universities that may include a horticulture department. You also can search this website for thousands of articles about plants.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/informative-books-on-vegetable-gardening.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/organic-gardening-book.htm
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August 30, 2019Q.i wanted to know what type of plant would be good in a school environment.
I am trying to make my school more green and I need some plant which could do well in a school environment. I live in Singapore so it is very hot and humid and I think that is a factor in plants. i am a very amateur gardener and do not know that much in a school environment
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GKH_Susan on
August 30, 2019
Certified ExpertA.You don't mention the age of the students or what kind of school it is, but here is an article about themed gardens for schools. Also, if it is just for landscaping outside the building, check with your local nursery to find out what evergreens do well in your area, plus some deciduous shrubs. They always look good outside buildings. You could also add a flower garden if there is space and include perennials that won't have to be planted each year. Since I don't know what is available in Singapore it is hard for me to suggest specific plants. Here are some ideas:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/starting-a-school-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-9-10-11/plants-zones-9-11.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/bulbs-for-hot-climates.htm
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August 31, 2019Q.bulbs bloom first season
I would like to know which bulbs - spring and summer - bloom the first season, please.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 1, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Most of them do. In spring, tulips, daffodils, crocus, hyacinth, all the most popular ones do.
In summer, lilies, canna and gladiolus are dependable. Iris sometimes will be a no show. Here is more info:https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/spring-flowering-bulbs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/how-long-for-bulbs-to-grow.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/tips-for-adding-bulbs-to-your-flower-garden.htm
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September 2, 2019Q.plants around pool
I want to plant some colorful drought tolerant plants in the back of my pool area. It will have to be watered by hand. I prefer something like a ground cover that blooms
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GKH_Susan on
September 5, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Here are some drought tolerant groundcover plants. The ones for zone 9 might work for you, too. You are in zone 10.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/xeriscape/drought-tolerant-ground-covers.htm
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September 2, 2019
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GKH_Susan on
September 2, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Here are some articles that should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/deer/deer-resistant-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/plants-rabbits-dont-like.htm
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