Hydrangeas come in many varieties and are very easy to grow. You can choose from a big leaf variety or a panicle style depending on what type of display you want. But of course, regardless of the variety, the last thing you want is for your display to be hindered by leaf problems. Common leaf problems can be caused by diseases, environmental problems, and even pests. Environmental Problems Environmental problems typically relate to issues of…
When you have put in a lot of effort to keep your Hydrangeas healthy and happy, it can be upsetting to see the leaves curling, especially if you don’t know what the cause is or how to fix it. When your Hydrangea leaves are curling, it can be a handful of things. Transplantation Issues If you have recently transplanted your Hydrangea, the leaves could be showing signs of inadequate watering. This can be particularly problematic…
Hydrangeas are a pretty flexible shrub in that they will tolerate most soils, as long as it is well-draining and rich in nutrients. But there are times when ericaceous soil is best. But what is it? Ericaceous Compost Ericaceous compost is a type of acidic compost that is lime-free. It is not suitable for all plants, only those which prefer highly acidic soil such as Hydrangeas, Pieris, Rhododendrons and Azaleas. You can also find ericaceous…
Hanging baskets are a wonderful way to keep plants growing off the ground, adding texture and height to your garden. Hanging baskets are quite eye-catching and with them, you can dot them around a seating area with beautiful, drooping flowers and a heavy, pleasant scent. There are many benefits you gain with hanging baskets, one of which is having plants off the ground and away from pests. The problem though is that these plants dry…
Hanging baskets are a wonderful way to take advantage of a small space. They work well for people who only have small porches or balconies without a large garden, people who live on a sloped hill and have uneven terrain in which to garden, or people who simply want to make the most out of all the available space in their garden. Benefits of growing in hanging baskets The first benefit to growing in a…
If you have a space for hanging baskets, you have the opportunity to grow a great many things, including trailing fruits and vegetables. Strawberry plants are one of the most popular choices for hanging baskets because their runners can trail over the edges and offer bountiful fruit. Once they are established, you can grow multiple plants in a small amount of space year after year. But how do you take care of them? You can…
We all love hanging baskets for the added geometry and height they bring to any garden. Their versatility means you can grow just about anything in them, from stunning floral displays to upside-down tomatoes, even fruit. The problem comes when birds start hanging around your hanging baskets and nabbing all the goods. Why are birds a problem? Birds can be a problem in two ways. First, if you are growing fruit and vegetables in your…
There are many ways to make the outside of your home a stunning display and one such way is by using topiary plants to bring your front door to life. Topiaries are plants, often evergreens that can be formally clipped in such a way as to add symmetry, shape, or structure. Topiaries can be crafted like a hairstyle, cut and trimmed the way you want whenever the mood strikes. But what plants work well in…
