I want to start growing indoor plants that would repel mosquitoes. Please recommend. Thanks so much
This article should help, although for indoors, you may need to add grow lights.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/mosquito-repelling-plants.htm
Hi. Any gardening peeps here. Looking for a white or blue flowering plant that survives in FULL SUN. Any advice greatly appreciated. I am not a gardener lol. Agapanthus are fine in winter but get trashed in summer no matter what I do.
There are several flowering plants and bulbs that can thrive in your area with full sun exposure, such as Baby Blue Eyes, Blue False Indigo, Snow in Summer, Blue Mist Spirea, White Gaura, and White Rockrose. These easy-to-care-for plants will add beauty to your garden without too much hassle.
To give you an idea of what genera to look for for full sun exposure, this article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fgen/full-sun-plants.htm
Also, a friend has four dogs in a small yard what would be the best mix for his bare yard? Thanks
In your area, you have a few options-
Most of your choices are all types of shorter Fescue. Unfortunately, this is only a good option for the cool season. ONce summer rolls around, you may need a different choice of grass.
This is where Bella Grass can come in handy. Though it is a slow grower, it is able to survive just about any condition that you can throw at it.
Keep in mind that you will want to mix whatever seeds you choose with your clover seed, evenly. This will help to ensure that one doesn't choke out the others.
Just be sure to mix the seed together, thoroughly, before casting them out.
Here are some articles for more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lawn-substitutes/lagen/reating-no-mow-lawn.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/specific/kentucky-bluegrass/bella-grass-information.htm
As for the dog issue- This can be solved with clover, as well!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/gardening-pros-cons/pros-and-cons-of-clover-planting
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/grains/cover-crops/crimson-clover-cover-crops.htm
Another thought would be to replace the lawn with non-living features.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/spaces/dogscaping-tips.htm
It is a full sunny location. I want to replace the grass with low water plants/flowers/groundcover.
I would recommend cacti and succulents for this job, like Barrel Cactus or Agave. You could opt for Texas Sage, as well. These will help improve the condition of the soil while being almost free of maintenance. Other than keeping an eye on and removing any dead or dying growth, all are pretty care-free.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/agave/growing-agave.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/texas-sage/growing-texas-sage-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/agave/growing-agave.htm
Here are some articles that will offer some information:
Thinking about success rate and maintenance. Comparing the cost to other forms of decoration. I’m in The California valley
That's a lot of fence to cover! If you get annual vines, they will die back when winter hits. Some will reseed. If you get perennial vines, they need pruning once or twice a season, which may be more work than you bargained for. Here are some examples:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-8/zone-8-kiwi-vines.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-8/vines-for-zone-8.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/ovgen/growing-perennial-vines.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/honeysuckle/coral-honeysuckle-in-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/ovgen/flowering-vines-with-extended-bloom.htm
I would caution you against the trumpet creeper/trumpet vine. It suckers underground and comes up everywhere. Also there is a native wisteria that is not as aggressive as Japanese or Chinese wisteria.
Hello! My front yard has a large tree that provides a ton of shade in the spring/summer months. Over the years, we've lost all of our grass. We do have kids that play in the yard fairly often. Is there anything we can grow here? We're okay with a grass, but also open to other alternatives. Clovers, moss maybe? We really don't care, as long as it's safe for the kids to play on and will cover the dirt in the yard, lol. Thank you!!
For your shaded front yard, consider low-maintenance ground covers suitable for play areas. Creeping Jenny, Ajuga, and Vinca Minor are colorful options that thrive in partial shade, providing vibrant foliage and flowers. Pachysandra and Sweet Woodruff are excellent ground cover choices with spreading growth habits, while White Clover offers a soft alternative to traditional grass, creating a safe and comfortable play surface. If you're open to a unique aesthetic, explore Moss Gardens for a lush, carpet-like appearance. Tailor your choice based on local climate and soil conditions for a beautiful and child-friendly outdoor space.
These articles will offer more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/shade-tolerant-grass.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lawn-substitutes/lagen/lawn-substitutes-for-shade.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/top-of-the-crop/success-in-a-shady-lawn
I have a wooden fence that the ground is eroding under it. I think I need some plants along the fence to stop the erosion. Any tips would help.
You have quite the selection to choose from! The list is quite long. This article will give you some ideas:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/slope-hill/shade-plants-for-erosion-control-on-slopes.htm