Flower Gardening

I want to plant bulb flowers. Can I plant the bloomed plants or do I have to wait til they are just bulbs?

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I love tulips, iris, daffodills, etc., and I would like to see them pop up in the spring. I would like to get some bloomed plants and plant them in my yard. Do I have to do anything special to them when they die off? HELP! I am lost as to the right proticol on bulb flowers.

Would appreciate any and all help I can get!

Thanks!

TTFN

MOM

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersyou need to wait until fall, after the first frost, dig the bulbs and replant them. easier to just buy a few bulbs in the fall and plant them, either way they should be planted in late fall or early winter
Reply:As long as you dont have a %26quot;flower%26quot; on them at the time of planting, you shouldnt have any problems...

I wish you well..

Jessefitness

What flowers and plants grow well in a place with a medium amount of sunlight?

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I live in an apartment and my balcony faces north and is surrounded by big trees. It does get some sunlight but not a lot. I don%26#039;t want fake plants. What%26#039;s my best bet for plants and flowers that will survive in this condition.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersGerbera Daisies flourish in a partly to mostly shade environment. They like well drained soil that won%26#039;t retain moisture for long periods of time and they don%26#039;t like to be watered very frequently either. Their flowers last for weeks if not months and if you don%26#039;t over fertilize them they%26#039;ll produce new flowers all season long.

Growing them from seeds, however is no task for beginners so I%26#039;d recommend choosing plugs, starters or clones for your plants. But with all the amazing colors to choose from, who couldn%26#039;t resist. I love them for cuttings to, especially the 9%26quot; Californian varieties.
Reply:Saintpaulias. Phalaenopses. Gloxinias.

Google to see what they look like, if you are not familiar.
Reply:It depends on if you want annuals or perennials. Annuals on a balcony are probably your best bet. Gerbera daisy%26#039;s like the other person said are good, also impatiens are great in shade and fuchsias which are gorgeous. You can find impatiens and fuchsias in baskets at least where I live you can. All three of these flowers have wonderful colors, hope that helped. Oh, you can also buy smaller pots of these or flats and make your own arrangements in larger pots and baskets.affiliate

Which flowers and plants need the most water?

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The bottom of our garden is like a swamp. It does`nt matter what we do, we cant get rid of all the water that accumulates there. If you stand in it you are likely to be ankle deep in mud within seconds. We have heard that there are some plants and flowers that thrive on lots of water. Maybe if we could find out the names, we could plant lots of them and have a wild garden at the bottom. Our garden is 200 feet long by 30 feet wide. About 2 thirds of it is lovely, and have spent years tending to it, but the rest is actually a no go zone. We would much appreciate it if someone could give us an idea.

Many thanks.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowerselephant ears and cannas grow in ponds and swamps. beautiful foilage on both. also swamp sunflowers are tollerant as well as hibiscuses.
Reply:Plant cattails.....they will actually grow in standing water. I%26#039;m not sure where you are located at but you could plant elephant ears near there (not in permanently standing water) and you could leave them outside in the winter if you are far enough south. Japanese irises do well where it is wet also.super nanny

Small plants with flowers to be grown in a very small pot? any ideas?

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I have made 2 small fridge magnet plant pots for fathers day, and i need to find some sorta plant to grow it it. they need to be easy to maintain and grow and will germinate from seed withing a week.

i would prefer to have smal flowers than just plain plants. any ideas???

thankyou

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersThere are some very small flowering plants that most people consider %26#039;weeds%26#039;. Look around your yard real low and you%26#039;ll probably find them. If not check a neighbor%26#039;s yard that isn%26#039;t as well maintained.

A word of warning though, put two sided tape under the magnets to help keep them in place because once the weight of the flowers and the watering and the opening and closing of the door will cause the Magnets to start slipping down the frig.
Reply:You need an Air Fern. They do not require much care and can survive in small spaces..skin disease

Potted plants or flowers for direct sunlight?

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I have planted both spider plants and fuschias but neither one can be placed in direct sunlight, or will wilt. I have them on the left side of my porch, but need to place something on the right side of my porch to even things out. Any suggestions? Really could use either plants or flowers as long as they can be potted.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersPetunias love the sun and are so easy to take care of. I have several pots of them on my front porch. They are so colorful and easy to take of care. I just love them. Allysum is another great flower for flower pots or boxes.

Good Luck!
Reply:Try Geraniums there are great colors, with some type of a trailing flowering plant in front for contrast. I did this in a small whiskey barrel in red, white %26amp; blue. Mandivilla is also good and with different color flowers, and can be brought in when cold weather comes. Another thought is Roses there are some that can be placed in containers, or in the ground.
Reply:alot of plants require full sun just look around at a flower store and read the tags that tell how much sun they need.
Reply:Begonias, petunias, marigolds, geraniums, vinca and dianthis are all good choices. Think of the color scheme you want and go from there!nanny

Watering flowers and plants?

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My husband will not allow me to water plants and flowers in the yard or on the porch during the day. Says it is not good for flowers and plants until dusk or dawn. I ask him......... what about when it rains during the day? Is that not good either? What about people watering their lawns during the day? They have lawns that look good and green! Please someone help!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersSome people are very fanatical about this. To save the peace, water in the early mornings.

In hot dry areas, you can water any time you wish because the nights are as hot as the days. But if you live in a cooler climate, it is best to water early in the mornings. This will give your plants time to dry out before night time. Wet leaves at night can sometimes cause plant diseases.

Watering in the middle of a very hot day will cause water evaporation.
Reply:I do it in the morning or during the day.
Reply:I think just the opposite is true. Early in the morning.

Additional information;

Apply water in the cool of the morning or evening when the wind is calm and water loss through evaporation is minimal.

Avoid watering disease-susceptible plants at night. If water sits on plant foliage for hours, it can encourage fungal diseases to attack leaves, buds, flowers, and fruit. Plants susceptible to leaf spots, fruit rots, and flower blights are best watered in the morning, when the warming sun will quickly dry the leaves and discourage fungus development.

I can not remember which plants are susceptible so I like to water in the morning.
Reply:the best time is early in the morning.

definitely not in the middle of the day.

you also should not use those sprinklers that throw the water in the air. it wastes water and does not water the plants properly. usually that kind is best for watering the pavement!!!Shoes

Any ideas for colorful Fall plants and flowers?

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I live in Georgia, below Atlanta, and I am looking to plant some new plants for Fall to replace the flowers I planted in the Spring. I am looking for something to plant around my mailbox, and around a large flower bed that will tolerate frost, but has a vibrant color, preferabbly in the red family. I would like to do either flowers or plants. The area is mostly full-sun right now. I am thinking of picking up something at Lowes or Home Depot. Also, when should I plant for Fall?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowerstry getting Hardy Mums, they have very pretty flowers on them, and they can survive the winter in Missouri so I am sure they will live there.
Reply:Mums are your best bet. If you are going to plant for fall, I would suggest you buy mums that are not budded out (flower-wise) quite yet or are just starting. If you wait, it%26#039;s okay to put some out nearer to fall that are just about to bloom or have started blooming. Some people bury the whole pot to hide the fact that the mums were recently planted; some put a bunch of potted or bushel-basketed mums on their front steps as sort of a decorative touch. And yes, most mums you plant will winter-over and come back the next year. (Even some of those indoor, greenhouse grown mums will do this -- you have to experiment.)
Reply:Mums are gorgeous in the fall and thrive when it gets cooler. I also like ornamental cabbage, and that is actually frost resistant. I live in NY, (a hour north of NYC), and my ornamental cabbage last right through December. Pansies also do well in the fall.
Reply:I would go with the mum lady...That is the hardiest fall plant, and you can get it in many colors...I also like fall pansies...They come back to enjoy the fall weather...Many colors in this also...
Reply:For low ground covering - winter flowering pansies - large flower varieties the vibrant colour variation is enormous. They actually flower continuously throughout the year if you don%26#039;t allow the seeds to develop and a light trim every so often to keep its shape compact.

From seed you should be able to start them off now, as long as you protect the seedlings from strong direct sunlight.
Reply:Chrysanthemums..

autumn fern..

Blanket Flower..

or just about anything that happens to strike your fancy when you see it. Don%26#039;t limit yourself..loan

What sorts of flowers and plants thrive in the northern US?

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I recently moved to Maine from Pennsylvania. I%26#039;m going to plant a garden this summer, but I don%26#039;t know what sorts of plants and flowers will do best in the cooler tempetures. Any ideas? I%26#039;m renting the house, so I only need plants that will last one season. (the landlord already okayed the garden, so I don%26#039;t have to worry about that). The house has a small yard bordered by trees on two sides, and a neighbor and a road on the other two, and most of it is very sunny. Its very rich, dark dirt, but its a little rocky. I%26#039;m looking for flowers, vegtables and herbs. I%26#039;m also on a budget, so plants I can grow from seed, or plants that are inexpensive would be the best. Any suggestions would be great! thanks!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersMaine has several idea gardens open to the public. Hopefully one will be near you.

All-America Selections in Maine is in Stillwater

University of Maine, Rogers Farm

If you like purple the 2006 winning plants include %26quot;Supra Purple%26quot; dianthus, a 12-inch tall annual loaded with lacy red-violet flowers; %26quot;Perfume Deep Purple%26quot; nicotiana, a compact, 20-inch tall annual with fragrant, deep purple, star-shaped flowers; %26quot;Evolution%26quot; salvia, a mid-height annual with spikes of rich violet flowers; %26quot;Black Pearl%26quot; ornamental pepper, a great garden or container plant with deep purple-black foliage and small, glossy, purple-black fruit; and, believe it or not, %26quot;Purple Haze%26quot; carrot, noted for its sweet flavor as well as its startling purple flesh.

Another annual flower winner, %26quot;Diamonte Coral Rose%26quot; diascia, loves cool weather and is a great choice for patio containers or hanging baskets. For hot, sunny gardens, check out %26quot;Zowie! Yellow Flame%26quot; zinnia, a 24- to 30-inch tall annual with striking red and yellow bicolor flowers.

The other 2006 AAS vegetable award winners will have you thinking about salsa. %26quot;Carmen%26quot; is an Italian-type sweet pepper that matures to a deep red color. %26quot;Mariachi%26quot; is a mildly hot chile pepper with loads of cone-shaped fruit that can be used in the yellow or fully mature red stage. %26quot;Delfino%26quot; cilantro has the same flavor as other cilantros but it sports attractive finely-cut foliage that looks great in the herb garden or in containers.

Maine Garden Day 2007

Saturday, April 14, 2007

Central Maine Community College

Auburn, Maine

Berkshire Botanical Garden

Routes 102 and 183

Stockbridge, MA 01262
Reply:Annuals will be the cheapest and fastest growing and maintain flowers for the summer/fall season. Marigolds,petunias,pansies,sunflowers,in... buttons,alyssum,cosmos just to name a few. Veggies would be cukes,beets,radishes,lettuce,tomatoes,co... for starters. Just about everything you grew in Pa. you can grow in New England. Just the planting season is later(usually Memorial day) and the growing season stops with the first frost sometimes end of Sept but usually by Columbus day.
Reply:try going to hgtv.com. They have all the cable gardening shows %26amp; can tell you what plants work best in your area. They have sev. pics of plants that will work, %26amp; how to care for them.puppy teeth

Gardening (flowers and plants)?

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I am wanting to plant some flowers around my house one side of the house is wet and shady....other side is shade and dry and the other side is sunny...I have bushes in the front so flowers are not needed there...what kind of plants and flowers can I get that will work and bloom and be easy to take care of....

only serious answers please.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersfor the sunny, dry side try coneflowers..there are perennials and once established are drought hardy..just water a bit if it is very dry and they will bloom mid summer till frost..plus they come back bigger and better every year...there are several colors and flower types that have been created over the last few yrs and the newer the flower type the higher the price

for shade try ferns, begonias, bleeding heart, columbine and astibille just to name a few..also azalea%26#039;s like shade with very little sun and moist ground

for dry shady areas try liriope aka monkey grass..very easy to take care of and each spring you just take the lawn

mower through and cut tops off...

read up on whatever flowers you choose..some will have to be lifted and stored in the fall in a cool dark place while others can be left in the ground..they will either reseed themselves or the plant will come back bigger and better

good luck and happy gardening

sorry couldnt be of more help but i have almost full sun to most areas except for a couple..one gets early morning sun and late evening sun..the other gets late evening sun

go into google and type in for instance-----plants for moist shady areas + your state??....for each search type in the areas you want to put plants and you will get many returns on the types of flowers recommended and also type in your state in each search...i did that for mine and there was a link especially for kentucky
Reply:Impatients are great for shade and any kind of soil. Water if needed, they will do really well and spread out some to fill in. Dianthus is a good one for sun. They will spread out and come back every year. You have to dead head them occasionally but will keep blooming pretty much all summer. Sweet william is the same. They usually come back as well. I know Hostas like shade or sun. They will grow in either. That%26#039;s about all I know for shade. Anything pretty much will grow in sun. Good luck.
Reply:TULIPS,ROSES,DANDELIONS
Reply:I just want to find out how to get to this place www.GardenersChoice.com Can anyone tell me when they give me this address I can%26#039;t get threwReebok

Does planting plants and flowers outside do the same as planting trees?

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I can%26#039;t plant trees because I don%26#039;t know how, but could I plant a seed for plants and flowers? Like would that do good for the environment like how planting tree would?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersAll green matter helps the enviroment....but planting trees are a MUCH better option...they shade and thus cool yards/house....they hold the soil in place(fighting erosion)....they take in and process MUCH more carbon dioxide(and other pollutants)

Planting a tree is east you just dig a hole 2-3 3 times as big as the root ball(make sure to take off burlap wrap or the pot!)....put in the hole....fill around with dirt....water...simple!

The important part is choosing the right tree( a LOCALor Native is the best choice),,,,,,,to do this just contact your local county extension office.
Reply:If you plant a tree, be sure to stake it so that the wind does not blow it around and the root ball become loose and dry out. Report It

Reply:Absolutely. Every living plant contributes to the environment by obsorbing carbon dioxide and through transpiration. Planting a tree is just about as easy as planting seeds, let%26#039;s say you%26#039;ve picked a location for a tree, taking into consideration that over the years the tree will grow larger it%26#039;s important to note any interference its root system may involve, such as sidewalks, patios leach systems etc. Once you%26#039;ve determined the location all you need to do is visit your local nursery, there are many varieties in different sizes and your nursery man can give you tips on this as well.
Reply:actually most trees are just as easy as most flowers plus they last longer. I think you should plant a tree depending on the size of your yard
Reply:Yes it does and good for you. Kep up the good work and spread the word.
Reply:A good tree will grow big and could last hundreds of years, very few smaller plants will do that.

On the other hand planting trees is very easy, one only has to remember that you want the tree to be put somewhere it will be good to be for hundreds of years.

Something I do that you can too is to plant the seeds of the fruit you eat in small containers (like paper cups) with dirt and put them outside. Many will not grow, some will grow easily. Then you will not only have trees you will have fruit trees!

PS you can do this with vegetables as wellloan

Want to find seeds in flowers and plants?

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i want to find seeds from flowers and plants. at the end of the season i know plants and flowers product there own seeds can any one give me an idea where to look for the seeds on a plant or flower. i want to start collecting my own seeds for next season. i am new to garden i did my first no dig garden this year but i brought all the seeds and plants next year i want to see if i can save seeds from those plant and flowers and plant them next year. i have tomato, peppers, rashes, marigolds,moon plants, herbs, onion, squash, cumcumbers, but i also would like to know about how i can pick seeds from other plants. thanks for your help

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersMy wonderful answer just got wiped out somehow, so I am just going to give you a link to a good website. Be sure to read the facts and tips on the page, too. And I would forget about getting seeds from vegetables (just buy new seeds from a good source). The marigolds and herbs may be easier.
Reply:Reasonable question for a newbie.

Flowers turn into seeds, period.

Some plants have seed pods, this is the tomato you eat or the cucumber. Some of these seed pods you do not eat, such as some of plants we have for flowers.

Lillies, iris and the such are usually propagated by the roots.

I have been separating last years seeds,and seed pods. Here is a pic (if it comes through) the flower pod to the left is a flower that is done blooming, leaving this will produce nice seeds which I am sure is in my seeds dried and ready for planting this year....
Reply:im sure there are plenty of websitesc++

Does pollination always take place inside the blooms of plants, flowers?

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And can anyone give a simple version of the process of pollination?

I understand that bees , insects carry the pollen from one flower or plant to the other while in search of the nectar that blooms produce , and then after the pollen is placed on the bloom of another, how does it go from there?

thanks for your answers!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersThe highly compacted answer: The pollen from the stamens must reach the female part of the flower, the pistil. (either by wind or by pollinating insects or in some cases the flower does the job itself) The tip of the pistil is the stigma (think sticky). The pollen lands on the stigma and grows down the pistil%26#039;s style to the flower%26#039;s ovary where the eggs are located (ovules). Once it arrives in the ovary it fertilizes the egg. At this point the ovary (womb) begins changing. Simply, it becomes the fruit around the seeds. The seeds are the only part that are the result of the union between the male pollen and female eggs. When the eggs finish developing the fruit breaks, rots, dries and cracks whatever, releasing the seeds.
Reply:I think for ferns, pollination may occur on the ground, in water puddles, not sure about this (botany class was wayyyyyyy back in 1984).

As I recall, plant sexual reproduction was so different from animals, that it was hard to learn. for example, we are diploid, meaning we have paired sets of chromosomes, but for plants, they are haploid, one set of chromosomes. so that whole reproduction thing is necessarily different. You really need to get a book on this, or find a botany website.

seed scattering: air will disperse some (dandelion), animals eat berries with seeds, or nuts (strawberries have tiny seeds on the surface, acorns and other nuts), strawberry seeds are mostly indegestible, so the seeds sprout in animal dung, squirrels forget where they hide the acorns so some grow, jack pine cones will blow up in a forest fire, ejecting the seeds explosively, jewelweed has a built in spring loaded way to throw out its seeds. Thistles and other burrs stick to animal hides, then fall off later. Don%26#039;t forget water plants, their seeds can just float thru the water. A few ideas for you, there.
Reply:Well a lot of time birds and bees are part of it, but some plants have spores like ferns and they shoot them out, but like big trees such as pines, have cones and those have to drop a female cone (the large pine cone) onto the ground, and the smaller ones (the male cones) explode and hopefully a piece of them will fall into the female cone on the ground and a tree will grow. You can even pollinate flowers with a cue tip, I have to do this at home, it%26#039;s actually one of my chores, to pollinate the pear-apple tree because when i pollinate it, i will be producing more fruit. I don%26#039;t know if i answered your question, but that%26#039;s just some basic information...hope it helped!
Reply:corn_

male parts---pollen on tassels

female parts--silks on future ear of corn

pollen produced on tassels and moved by wind to the silks.

very simplified...

a pollen grain lands on a silk, travels down the silk which is a tube and fertilizes the female part and then develops into a kernel of corn.yahoo finance

How can we add some curb appeal to our house by adding flowers, plants, etc in California?

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I want to do something to add curb appeal to our house in California but I%26#039;m clueless on gardening. What kind of flowers, plants, small trees, etc add a good look but is easy to maintain and will look decent year round? We have an area with dirt that is ready to be added too, but we don%26#039;t know what to add. This area doesn%26#039;t get much direct sunlight, but does get weeds ( which I pull by hand). Another question is, does roundup really work and does it keep the weeds away or am I better off using elbow grease? Any suggestions are helpful!!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersYou can%26#039;t go wrong with Sago Palms but they do need some sunlight. Mexican Fan Palms would spruce the place up nice as well. Put out some stepping stones, a water fountain, a concrete bird bath, bird feeders; seeds and hummingbird feeders, a Koi pond etc.
Reply:Since you do not know about gardening as of yet, have a professional do the job for you. Be sure to ask them how to do up-keep on it after they are finished. Also ask them if they will put in plants that do not need constant care, but can pretty much take care of themselves. Look under Landscapers or Yard Designers in the telephone book. OR go to a nursery and talk with the manager. Don%26#039;t be shy, that is how they make their money.

If you do want to become a gardener, go to the library or a book store and buy a book on Beginner Gardening.

Yes, RoundUp does work. Be sure not to get it on anything else or it will kill everything that it touches. A landscaper can fix this for you too. It is worth the money if you are not a home gardener.
Reply:If you have more shade than sun...Keifer Lilly%26#039;s (orange flowers/yellow flowers), Calla Lilly%26#039;s, Mondo Grass, Squirrels Fern. If you get more sun, Lilly of the Nile, Day Lilly%26#039;s,Boxwoods, Blue Fescue, Mexican Heather. Mother Ferns will grow in shade or indirect sun. After you weed out your bed, plant it, then cover dirt with landscape fabric and wood chips or rock/gravel. This will keep your weeds out and your beds looking neat. Fountains or some type of focal piece (statue,large rock etc.) are great addition. You should not put any type of pond in your front yard for safety/liability reasons.
Reply:Landscape really ads to the value of a home. I like colors that pop when you see them against the color of your house - it makes your home more appealing to the eyes.

For the effort and cost, I%26#039;d plant perrenial shrubs and flowering bulbs. They will bloom year after year and you can find many that have little upkeep. Check out my blog for more information about plants that are right for the zone you live in, for plants ideal for sun, partial sun, or shade, etc. You%26#039;ll also see great photos and get more information that will help you decide on the best choice for you.

Don%26#039;t waste your money on RoundUp, just pull the weeds by hand and put them in a trash bag. RoundUp can seep into the soil and damage good plants around it.visual arts

What kind of plants/flowers should you send when someone dies?

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I have a friend who passed away this last week and need to send a plant/flower to the service. What do I send?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersLillies are traditional for funerals. White (and only white) roses will also do. The deceased%26#039;s favorite flower (if they had one) is also perfectly acceptable.

But if you want to play it safe stick with lillies.
Reply:I think you should send..........lilles or daisys make sure that one of these are whitemakeup tips

I want to buy a field guide to flowers, plants, and things that grow on the side of the road. Suggestions?.?

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My wife would like a field guide or pocket guide to flowers, shrubs, fauna, plants and things that grow wild and on the side of the road. ...At least that%26#039;s basically how she worded it.

I%26#039;d like to buy her one. Does anyone have any suggestions for a book like this?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersaudobon field guides are the best, but there are many. just one book for all those categories would not be very extensive
Reply:find out about the local garden club in your area. They will be glad to help and probably could use help on your community. I am sure they would love to have someone as eager as you are to help beautify the roads.books authors

Are there any plants/flowers i can plant that will keep away yellow jacket wasps?

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I%26#039;m severly allegic to them, just wondering if there is such a flower or plant that they don%26#039;t like.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI heard they like dark colors: brown, black, maroon, burgundy, magenta. There are a lot of pretty ground cover where you get a nice variety of texture and green

(Wasps also love soda cans, and beer, snacks left laying, spilled on the ground....)

http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES...

check out the site at this link:

http://search.yahoo.com/search?search=pl...

good luck:)make up

Names of Plants or Flowers?

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Looking for quiz answers related to plant/flower names:

Eg - Used to sweep the floor = broom

a Holy Hat

Gold-digger would like to

In the Cathedral%26#039;s tower

It makes the hiker happy

Can be used for cutting

Is this plant tired?

Bless You!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersThe Rum Plant and the Sonny Spears Flower.
Reply:Gold-digger would like to = Bridal Veil?

In the Cathedral%26#039;s tower = bellflower?

Can be used for cutting = knifopia?
Reply:Can only think of one.

Canterbury has a cathedral, in the cathedral would be bells, therefore, Canterbury Bells

Oh thought of another.

Bless you. = Prayer Plant.make up

What are some low maintenance but colorful flowers/plants I can use to spruce up my yard?

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I recently rented a home that needs a lot of yard work. I am looking for some relatively low matinance flowers and plants to give my yard a make over. Nothing too exspensive just somethings to make the outside look a little nicer and colorful.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersmy wife and I have always had great luck with Impatients. They are a hardy plant that can grow close to the ground and spread out far giving the impression that there are many plants in one area. There is white, purple, pink, red, pink and white, and white and violet. There is also an orange color. These flowers also do well in shade or sun. If it is a real sunny area, watering the plants at night will liven them up by the next morning. Good Luck!
Reply:If I were you, I would go with a bunch of plastic ones for this year. Your neighbours will think you have 10 green thumbs and it will give you an idea of what colour goes well in all light levels. Walmart has a huge selection, the watering is nil, and the effect is just amazing!

Good Luck!
Reply:What will grow well depends a lot upon where you live and whether your planting area is mostly in sun or shade. %26quot;Annuals%26quot; give lots of instant color, but in most places they don%26#039;t come back every year, so you will need to plant new ones every year. Sun-loving annual flowers that do well almost anywhere are petunias, periwinkle, zinnias, bronze-leafed begonias. Shade-loving annual flowers that do well almost anywhere are impatiens, green-leaf begonias. %26quot;Perennials%26quot; come back every year, so if you plan on living there a while, those are a good choice. Some I%26#039;ve had good luck with are Gerber daisies, dianthus (pinks), phlox (ground cover like plant with small purple flowers). There are some annual flowers which %26quot;go to seed%26quot; easily, so although the actual plant doesn%26#039;t usually survive the winter, new plants often come back up the next year in the same spot. Moss rose or portulaca is good at coming back from seed and will fill an area pretty well with multicolored flowers. You can plant most of these from seeds as another person suggested, but you can buy small %26quot;6-packs%26quot; that are pretty cheap and give instant results.

In most places, this is not a good time of year to plant pansies, unless it is still pretty cool where you live for a while. Pansies are good fall and early spring flowers. Tulips, lilies, daffodils all grow from bulbs and would have had to be planted during the winter for blooming around this time, so it%26#039;s too late to grow them from bulbs this year, but you can buy them in pots.
Reply:You could buy a shaker of annual seeds and spread them around wherever you want flowers. That way you wouldn%26#039;t have to bother with a lot of soil prep or worry about year to year maintenance.

I%26#039;ve seen the shakers at KMart and in the big hardware chains.
Reply:I reccommend native perrenials (last more than 1 year) Dogwood has nice red branches and the leaves can be striped. As well, they get little flowers.....about $15 cdn a plant.

Also, perrenial flowers are good...depends where you live, but coneflowers are easy and cheap. Daisies are nice too.
Reply:Impatiens are colorful, low maintenance flowers that will bloom all season. They spread rapidly and form a large colorful mass. The only problem is they are a drag to remove in the fall. They have a large root ball. Hostas are perennials that are great, too. They produce spikes of lavender to blue flowers in the late summer. Sedum is a another good perennial. It sets its own buds every fall and can be separated to create new plants.
Reply:It is really important to know whether the plants will be in shade or sun. Can you give a bit more info?

Okay- For your area in the sun:

For some height and green in the background, I thought these choices would be nice.

Perennials: (more expensive but will last year after year)

Viburnum- med size shrub that blooms seasonally

Grey Owl Juniper- ask for the female ones they will give you blue cones

Holly - always a nice evergreen with dark waxy leaves

In the foreground some annuals for a splash of color.

Here are some to choose from that I have used and like:

Cosmos- they are taller than most annuals

Impatiens- they are not drought hardy and do need at least partial shade but otherwise very attractive.

African daisies- very happy flower I think

Zinnia-pop of color!

Now I will suggest an herb-Rosemary. There is a bush variety that is very hardy and if you have it next to a walkway the smell is wonderful for passersby.

I would like to pass on some friendly advice if I may also. Go to a reputable nursery not a Department store garden center. You will have knowledgeable staff available to you and healthy plants.
Reply:four o clocks
Reply:I live in WV, too....

I assume you also have clay soil. You will need flowers that can tolerate that.

I recommend day lilies, such as the popular Stella D%26#039;Oro. They are very easy to grow and are pest free. Deer do not seem to bother them. They are commonly available at Walmart, Lowes, Kmart, etc.

http://www.gardening-tips-perennials.com...

For Shade, our native Tradescantia (Spiderwort) has beautiful small purple flowers, grows well in deep shade and is not bothered by deer. It flowers all summer long. It thrives in clay soil.

http://www.extension.iastate.edu/newsrel...

Here is a list of others you might take with you to the store:

Plants Recommended for Growing in Clay Soil

(Zones will vary with variety.)

Amsonia Blue Star (Zones 5-9)

Asclepias tuberosa Butterfly Weed (Zones 4-9)

Aster (various) Aster (Zones 4-8)

Coreopsis Tickseed (Zones 4-8)

Echinacea purpurea Coneflower (Zones 3-9)

Eryngium yuccifolium Sea Holly (Zones 5-10)

Helianthus angustifolius Swamp Sunflower (Zones 6-9)

Helianthus x laetiflorus False Sunflower (Zones 5-9)

Heliopsis helianthoides Ox Eye (Zones 4-9)

Hemerocallis Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Liatris pycnostachya Kansas Gayfeather (Zones 4-9)

Liatris spicata Blazing Star, Gayfeather (Zones 4-9)

Monarda fistulosa Wild Bee Balm (Zones 3-9)

Ratibida pinnata Drooping Coneflower (Zones 3-10)

Rudbeckia hirta Black-eyed Susan, Gloriosa Daisy (Zones 3-7)

Sedum %26#039;Autumn Joy%26#039; (Zones 3-10)

Silphium integrifolium Prairie Dock (Zones 4-7)

Silphium laciniatum Compass Plant (Zones 5-9)

Silphium perfoliatum Cup Plant (Zones 5-9)

Solidago Goldenrod (zones 5-9)

Vernonia noveboracensis Ironweed (Zones 5-9)

Yucca filamentosa Adam%26#039;s Needle (Zones 5-10)

Ornamental Grasses Suited for Clay Soils

Acorus gramiineus Grassy-leaved Sweet Flag (Zones 10-11)

Andropogon gerardi Big Bluestem (Zones 2-7)

Elymus canadensis Canadian Wild Rye (Zones 3-8)

Miscanthus sinensis Eulalia Grass (Zones 4-9)

Panicum virgatum Switch Grass (Zones 5-9)

Pennisetum (various) Fountain Grass (Zones 6-9)

Sorghastrum nutans Indian Grass, Wood Grass (Zones 5-8)

Spartina pectinata Prairie Cord Grass (Zones 4-7)

Your plant zone is probably a 7.

Good luck!
Reply:well you can use just about any type of flowers.

unless you don%26#039;t want six foot tall flowers,then sun flowers are bright and colorful,johnny pop ups have a variety of colors too.you could use lillys,tulips,jasmines,morning glorries also.they all are at low prices.you could find them at any garden shop.
Reply:go to hgtv.com, bhg.com, marthastewart.com. They have loads of pics, videos %26amp; ideas for gardens %26amp; flowers. They also have plans you can use to figure out placement %26amp; size of your garden, the best plants to use %26amp; their care. Then go to wal mart, lowe%26#039;s or wherever you want to buy the plants you like from their suggestions.
Reply:Pansies are very nice and cheap.skin disease

What are some uniqure orange themed flowers/plants?

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My friend is planning a wedding and wants some unique orange themed flowers/plants. Any suggestions?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI love Kaffir Lilies, they bloom in spring.

You probably can%26#039;t get African Tulip Tree blossoms unless you live in the tropics, but they are GORGEOUS

There are lots of orange orchids
Reply:Some cosmos, tithonia, marigolds, calendulas,canna lillies,some yarrows, pansies,mimulas,tulips, poppies, sunflowers,impatioens,zinnias,osteosperm... there are a whole lot. More every year now that they are messing with them.
Reply:daylilies.
Reply:I can only think of Kalanchoes%26#039;,perhaps some marigolds.buttercups.You could dye almost any flower/plant orange to fit the occasion..but I would not do a wedding in orange.Perhaps some real pumpkins in a cornucopia and some winter plants/flowers,white and green with orchids,and ivy,fern.Pumpkins would be great centerpiece%26#039;s on the tables for the reception in a clear glass bowl or carved out with a fresh arrangment inside or with white candles/green leaves at their base.Just a few suggestions..ask your friend to consult with her florist or a wedding planner,they will be able to help her more,in a reasonable price rannge.I hope I have been some help.
Reply:Day lilies, zinnias, orange echinachea, canna lilies, hummingbird bush, suberecta diceptera (sorry no common name that I know of) and Mexican sunflower.
Reply:Bird of Paradise are very unique and cut, they last a while.computer

What kinds of plants/flowers grow very fast? Do plants/flowers grow better in greenhouses?

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I need to find some kind of plant, preferably a type of flower that will be done growing in 2 months or less. Or I need a plant/flower that will show a definite stage of growing quickly. Any ideas? If so, can you also tell me how to manage it, the soil it grows best in, the climate it%26#039;s used to, etc. It%26#039;s for a school science fair. Thank you! Please be sure to answer my 2 main questions! Also, does being in a pot or container of any sort affect anything?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersbegonia,Bitjonia, ,Broumilodia ,Klivia,Arola ,Ambishnch

,African Violets ,Spathivoleom.

Ornamental plants and methods of care / selection of utensils Agriculture

Askew ceramics,*** plastic.

There are some key factors that must familiarity before raising ornamental plants inside the house so as not to be surprised that Green bearing angle and weakness or abnormal combustion securities.

Fertilization

. Rarely newly cultivated plants need to feed an additional, as the subsoil is still retain most of the necessary nutrients, but drains gradually with the passage of time, which affects their healthy growth.

The basic elements needed by plants

Nitrogen: responsible for the growth of the securities and add green Mint. The lack of nitrogen leads to: Palace very plant, securities Jaundicing all similar situation.

. Potassium: a vital role in the performance of the vital functions and composition article green and absorb nitrogen.White Teeth

What are good uses for those cheap plastic flower pots, besides flowers & plants? All my plants died.?

2009-04-12T00:35:00.001-07:00

I have to decorate my patio at my rental apartment and have given up on plants and flowers. What can I do with those old, cheap plastic flower pots? They are small, round, and came with starter flowers. I don%26#039;t want to throw them away, and there%26#039;s no recycling in my community. Ideas?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI am a 4-H leader. One of the projects we did was to paint those little flower pots. They make cute little containers for small items on the kitchen counter, the bathroom, or your bedroom. One of my more creative members painted them, then got a lighting kit and made some really cute patio lamps.
Reply:take them back to your local nursery they will reuse them...try starting some new seedlings for your place
Reply:u can give it to someone who can use them . or u can keep them . they are useful when u want to propagate a plant . its agreat hobby .affiliate reviews

What are the best plants to grow for a beginner to have flowers blooming all summer?

2009-04-12T00:35:00.000-07:00

First timer here! I have about 10 feet in length and about 3 feet in width. I live in the Lazio region of Italy and have sun almost all day. Some shade provided by trees already there. I would like to have flowers all summer and would love to have the most fragrant flowers possible. When is the best time to plant? And what flowers/plants would you recommend? I love purple coleus, not sure of spelling, will it work as a border for my garden? THanks!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersGo with annuals for the most color all summer long. Just pinch off the flower when it has gone by and they will continue to produce color all summer long. As for types of flowers, I don%26#039;t know what grows in your country.
Reply:Petunias, they don%26#039;t die. The double petunias are the prettiest.
Reply:Go to local nursery and get advice-different heat humidity etc. dictate plants you will want to grow. However coleus would probebly do well provided your plants get mostly a.m. sun. The really great flowers take time to grow like gardenias,roses , dahlias. Day lilies might be a good starting point also geraniums, petunias,carnations,zinneas,pansies. Good that you have shade, most flowers get beat up by lots of p.m. sun, too hot. Although ,marigolds hold up to a lot of sun. Don%26#039;t forget to check out books from the library, great resource. Good luck with your gardening adventures.
Reply:well: Spring time is comming soon in %26quot;March and I think

you can grow some Easter Liles %26amp; Roses too%26quot; plus Snap

Dragons they%26#039;er very Decorative with Colors yes %26quot; get that

at Home Depo Garden Center !
Reply:Sunflowers.
Reply:Forget-Me-Nots (blue) easy grows from seed, or from starter pods from the lawn and garden depts.

Alyssum stays pretty all thru summer. In pink, purple, white.

Violets keep blooming, after flower dies, pinch off the head and it will grow another. Keep the slugs away! Colors: Red, Purple, Yellow.
Reply:Go with (Black Eyed Susan%26#039;s). Beautiful all summer,easy to grow, will draw birds all winter to the seeds, and will return each spring.
Reply:Annuals are great. They are easy to grow. A little Miracle Grow will give you impressive results.
Reply:This website sells just about every flower there is, and they will tell you all about each flower.

http://michiganbulb.com/Default.asp?

http://michiganbulb.com/category.asp?c=6

http://michiganbulb.com/category.asp?c=2
Reply:I think the easiest I have grown was Lavender, which comes back each year, is very fragrant and purples flowers. But, it does spread and quite profusely, unless it%26#039;s contained. Also, snapdragons, they come in a lot of colors and heights. And, even though, they are a one season flower, I have snapdragons that have been replanting themselves for 4 years now.
Reply:You may think I am Crazy but, Wild Flowers. They will give You a Rainbow of Color all Summer Long. They also need Very Little Care. Good Luck and I would Love to see the result of what flowers You decide to Plant.
Reply:African Violets are good for beginners,buy themin small pots,grow them,transplant them,they are easy to take care of and a pretty flower.
Reply:i think Dalia%26#039;s i started with them and they brite beautiful colors
Reply:In my opinion try sunflowers and marigolds.
Reply:For fragrance (in light or shade) you may enjoy Phlox, Angel trumpets, Kashmir Bouquet,

Some perennials with scented flowers:

Achillea (yarrows)

some Anthemis (marguerite daisy)

some Aquilegia (columbine)

Aruncus (goats-beard)

Cimicifuga (black snakeroot)

many chrysanthemums

clematis vine

Eremurus (foxtail lily)

Erysimum (wallflower)

Filipendula (meadowsweet)

many perennial geraniums

species daylilies

herbs

hops vine

several species iris

Lonicera (honeysuckle vine)

peony

garden phlox

Tanacetu (tansy)

Trillum (wake robin)

wisteria vine

Coleus is nice, but not exotic or different http://www.rosydawngardens.com/coleus_ca...

Here are hundreds of variets . Coleus not truly a flower, just purple leaves and stems.
Reply:You only have to look around to see what your neighbors are planting or ask a local garden shoppe. I%26#039;ve always seen geraniums growng profusely in Italy. Other choices would be lantana which comes in so many colors and gets quite large or verbena which is so sun hardy and will practically grow in rocks! It speads beautifully. Coleus should do well for your border; just keep it pinched back so it doesn%26#039;t grow so tall and leggy. There are scented geranium varieties available now, but for real %26quot;perfume%26quot; why not roses? Happy gardening.
Reply:theres moss roses that are good ground cover 4 o%26#039;clocks they bloom at dusk and attract humming birds ummmm shasta daiseys and if you cut off the dying flower from a regular rose they will
Reply:marigolds they are very easy- just pinch off the dead heads and they bloom til frost. you can get a variety of sizes and shades of orange and yellow . they really spread out and get thick with very little care.you also might like some climbing roses for the fragrence gaillardia is a very pretty perinual as is coreopsis. check with your local nursery they are a great help.
Reply:I seem to be great at growing dandelions and other weeds. Maybe you can try them?
Reply:Daisies and lilacs. If you have grapes there, go for tulips and petunia, especially blue.
Reply:Euryops- Perennial, constant yellow daisy-like flowers (most year round)

Chrysanthemums, Roses, Lantana (trailing), Daylillies
Reply:This website sells just about every flower there is, and they will tell you all about each flower.

http://michiganbulb.com/default.asp?...

http://michiganbulb.com/category.asp?c=6...

http://michiganbulb.com/category.asp?c=2...
Reply:Under tropical conditions, orchids, boungavilla, roses, will surely bloom during summer. The best time to plant is during the rainy seasons so that you don%26#039;t consume so much water. . Remember, %26quot; can the roses live without the sun?%26quot;Soles

Distilling oils from plants or flowers?

2009-04-12T00:34:00.003-07:00

What are the best and cheapest flowers/plants to extract nice scented oils from?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersjasmine, lemon, blossoms, white rose (rose alba), etcwww.poetry.com

If you grow a lot of flowers, plants, etc from seeds and want to sell them, how would you go about doing that?

2009-04-12T00:34:00.002-07:00

I have alot of extra flowers that I have planted and I was thinking about trying to sell some of them to places like Oscos, walmart, farm king and others, to make some extra money. I was wondering how would I contact or ask them about buying some. Does anyone work at one of those places and knows how they buy their flowers and plants? Thanks for the future answers, they will be appreciated.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersWhy not visit the floral departments of the stores you mentioned and get acquainted with the manager? You could ask them where they get their flowers and what volume of flowers they expect vendors to supply on a regular basis. Some grocery stores also sell flowers and often will feature locally grown products.

Another possibility is to contact your local chamber of commerce and find out if there%26#039;s a farmers%26#039; market in your community. You might be able to buy or share booth space and sell your flowers directly to people who shop at farmers markets.

Chambers of commerce typically sponsor SCORE counselors. These people are retired business executives who provide free advice to people seeking to start a business. SCORE advisers might help you make contacts or get started in your business.
Reply:Too costly to do it yourself. Too time consuming.
Reply:Yes speak to the manager of businesses that have a Gardening department. More like, florists and local floral shops would be the best bet.
Reply:just sell them to who ever and get your moneyhairstyles hair style

Where can you order flowers & plants like the greenhouses have?

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not like boquets of flowers but single plants and flowers like you would find at the shopko floral shop or walmart. some greenhouses must have to order them....but where?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI order plants from parkseed.com gurneys.com is also a good one and they have some buy one get one free deals. I got like 8 plants for only 25 dollars. there are tons of nursery catalogs that you can order online wasidegardens.com bluestoneperennials.com and lots of others. good luck i hope you find some plants you love!
Reply:Not really. What they do is start them from seed. They start them probably in Jan. Then by spring they have full grown plants to sell...You can do that as well..I do all my vegetable and flower plants in seed trays with fluorescent tubes for light.
Reply:loew or walmart
Reply:you might want to order a flower seed catalog but then agin i dont know any thing about gardening.genealogy mormon

What are some nice cheap flowers/plants i can buy to make a garden?

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i am looking for some pretty but cheap flowers/plants to plant in front of my house. i am also going to be planting them with my 7 %26amp;8 year olds, any tips on how to make it fun with the kids. i live in north east pa, if that matters. thank you for all your suggestions.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersSeeds. Seeds are very cheap, go to your garden center and buy the seeds for planting now. Plant them with your children, get your children to write pointers which will be placed in the earth where the seeds are. OR, buy potted plants already sprouting and plant in your garden. Give your children a note book and they can note down how big/long/colourful...it has grown over the days/months. Gardening is such fun, once they get the hang of it they will love it.......good luck
Reply:i like carnations they are cheap they spread to cover a not bad sized patch the are very bright and colorful they also come up every year.you can also buy water cress for the kids boil an egg cut the top off scoop out the egg put some soil or cotton wool in to egg sprinkle the seeds in (cost at the most 1 pound per pack)then draw a face on the egg the kids can then watch the hair grow.have fun
Reply:theres a new product out called Roll %26amp; Grow. its 1000 seeds in a fabric that you lay where you want and water, you can cut it into different fun shapes to make a variety of shapes. check rite aid, cvs and walgreen%26#039;s. i think its $20.00.
Reply:Impatients or marigolds or petunias are cheap if you buy them in a flat like 15 plants for 5.00. Then you can have you kids dig holes and put the flowers in and cover them up. Then fill a pitcher and water. Then kids will like knowing they are helping and that they are pretty and the chance to watch them grow.
Reply:vanda miss jokim
Reply:The cheapest way is to buy seeds and plant them.
Reply:Putin a few elephant garlic bulbs.they are pretty and have a nice flower, low maintenance hardy and good flavoring for food get some irises and a few Jerusalem%26#039;s (sun chokes) a few canna lillies and you are done!
Reply:Sunflowers are easy and impressive. Be sure to get the mammoth variety. Poke a thumb-sized hole in the ground with a stick, pop the seed in and cover. I put some out a little over a month ago and they%26#039;re almost two feet high. They%26#039;ll grow 8-10 feet. Wildflowers are good, too. If you want something you don%26#039;t have to seed yourself go down to a local nursery and look around. I%26#039;m always planting new stuff in my yard and most of the stuff you%26#039;ll find will be reasonably priced. I%26#039;ve got a fire bush and a butterfly bush paired together on my fence row. Butterflies and hummingbirds are always welcome. :) Good luck with whatever you decided to plant.
Reply:sure thats a great idea. you can go to homedepot prob with like $50 bucks , by a couple of 24 pacs of those small type of flowers you see in front of buildings with the water fountain and the small purple, green. yellow flowers, 2 24 pacs would prob run you sumthing like $30. then get some garden soil and some cold sodas...cuz its hot out here dont knw about there!
Reply:I find that I have the best success rate with Tubers and bulbs. I%26#039;m a %26quot;low maintanence%26quot; gardener meaning I kill anything that requires more than watering. I%26#039;ve had a lot of success with Canna lilies.... and the best part is they were free!!! A co-worker planted some last year that the multiplied and he had to split them off. So your best bet is to find someone who have a garden and mooch off of them (most are more than willing to give) I also think that these give you more bang for your buck b/c if you DO have to buy them the multiply so fast that the next season you%26#039;ll have twice as manyflower

What kinds of flowers/Plants can i plant outside my mountain house with alot of deer Around.?

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What flowers/plants do they dislike to eat. Please post a website where you got your information from if you want best answer.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersThere are many plants that are resistant to deer. Any plant that is frgrant, spiny, the deer just simply will not eat it. I have found a website that suggest plants you can plant that are deer resistant.

Some shrubs they dislike are glossy abelia, acuba, lantana, pampas grass are in the list. And plus these look very nice.

Deer do not bother too much Hollys:

These are Hollys that i would recommend:

ILEX CORNUTA

ILEX Vomitoria.

Staright form the list are Flowers:

Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum spp.) (flowers eaten)

Coreopsis (Coreopsis spp.)

Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)

Dusty Miller (Senecio cineraria)

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus wrightii)

Foxglove (Digitalis spp.)

Holly Fern (Cyrtomium falicatum)

Indigo Spires (Salvia spp.)

Iris (Iris spp.)

Mealy Blue Sage (Salvia farinacea)

Mexican Bush Sage (Salvia leucanthia)

Mexican Mint Marigold (Tagetes spp.)

Periwinkle (Vinca rosea)1

Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea angustifolia)2 3

Savory (Satureia spp.)

If you want more just click the link velow.

Hope this Helps.
Reply:Here you go:

http://www.deerresistantplants.com/
Reply:Plants that are toxic to man are a deer proof, oleander for one, hollyhock%26#039;s..and usually plants that have a grey cast to them, saliva etc. Deer are hard to fool and all of the dried lion poop, human hair, and zest soap does not do the trick. They once scaled a 8%26#039; fence to taste my roses..good luck

Check out the web site listed below, it has tons of ideas..
Reply:Deer tried to eat the silk flowers in a wreath on my front door. Our deer will eat anything if they are hungry enough. I have had them eat the blossoms on the daffodils and cleome, both of which they are not suppose to eat!
Reply:Plastic ones they look fresh every day no watering no worrys and they will look the same next year too that what I did living on a farm in NC mine are 3 years old still look great and the deers move ongenealogy mormon

What kind of flowers//plants can i plant for fall//winter in southwest virginia?

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i live in southwest va and i want to know what kind of flowers or plants i can plant now that will last throughout the winter. i know mums but what else?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersMums are overused!

Are you looking for annual plantings or perennial plants?

If you are thinking annual color: Pansies, violas, snapdragons, %26#039;flowering%26#039; cabbage/ kale, wall flower, dusty miller, dianthus are all cooler season tolerant.

If on the other hand you%26#039;re looking for perennial ideas:

Sedum %26#039;Autumn Joy%26#039;, %26#039;Neon%26#039;, %26#039;Autumn Fire%26#039; and %26#039;Brilliant%26#039; are all good, Asters, leadwort (Ceratostigma) and toadlily (Tricyrtis) are good for fall too. Add a little color and texture with ornamental grasses (I really like Miscanthus sinensis %26#039;Purpurascens%26#039;) and blue star (Amsonia) for it%26#039;s fall color.

I hope that this helps
Reply:First, find your zone: http://www.growit.com/bin/USDAZoneMaps.e... ... I think you are in Zone 6, a or b... can%26#039;t really tell.

So from there, you know that you can search for plants/flowers/shrubs that are hardy to your zone. You%26#039;re right...Mums will work, but I agree with you that they are over-used.

Try these:

Groundcovers - http://www.seedman.com/gcover.htm

Flowers -

http://www.seedman.com/Flowerp.htm

Happy Gardening!
Reply:Pansies are great winter flowers and are full of color all winter. Also, snapdragons do great in the winter but will eventually loose their color during the cooler months but will be gorgeous when spring comes around. The colors will be much more vibrant than when you originally planted them.acting resources

Can you grow nice plants and flowers without chemicals?

2009-04-12T00:33:00.001-07:00

sorry, know nothing about gardening.

I would like to grow some flowers and plants in my garden, but do not want to use any chemicals, as am also thinking about using my garden to grow some organic veg, that%26#039;s why chemicals are a no.

what nice plants (small and neat) flowers/plants would you recommend besides my veg.

thanks.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersGrowing plants %26amp; vegetables without synthethic, artificial man-made chemicals is possible...

if you nuture habitats for beneficial organisms that help deter problem pests, and enrich your soil to create a living ecosystem of beneficial bacteria and helpful fungi.

If you use compost with composted manure,or fish emulsion for fertilizer ...

you don%26#039;t need artificial fertilizers. Ordinary items like milk can be used as a fungicide; vinegar or boiling water can be used to kill weeds, %26amp; bugs aren%26#039;t a big problem when nature is in balance.

You can grow these beneficial flowers next to your vegetables (as companion plants) to deter pests %26amp; improve their growth:

Nasturtium are good planted with Tomatoes, radish, cabbage, cucumbers; planted under fruit trees; deters aphids %26amp; pests of curcurbits

Geraniums repel cabbage worms and Japanese beetles, plant around grapes, roses, corn, and cabbage.

Marigolds helps most plants, especially tomatoes and peppers, cucumbers, gourds, squash,broccoli, kale, cabbage

Tansy is good for cucumbers, squash, raspberries %26amp; relatives, roses, corn. Repels flying insects, Japanese beetles, striped cucumber beetles, squash bugs and ants

Here%26#039;s a guide to companion plants that go together:

http://www.ghorganics.com/page2.html

More companion planting information %26amp; list:

http://www.seedsofchange.com/enewsletter...

Organic Gardening magazine %26amp; its website is a good way to learn more:

http://www.organicgardening.com/

Organic Gardening forum:

http://forums.organicgardening.com/eve/

Good luck!! Hope this helps.
Reply:Thanks for voting! I appreciate that. The great thing about growing your own vegetables is knowing that they aren%26#039;t tainted with nasty pesticides :)

Good luck!!! Report It

Reply:You sure can! :) I work in a greenhouse and I plant a huge garden every year. I don%26#039;t use any chemicals, just compost and cow manure! :) I let mother nature do it%26#039;s thing. There have been times where my cabbages have gotten eaten by caterpillars, but that%26#039;s life! :) Marigolds attract beneficial insects that help keep your garden in order. Chives keep away aphids and moles. Zinnia%26#039;s, dahlias, are a few small plants. :) Hope that helped! Good luck!

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http://organicgardens.suite101.com/
Reply:Given that water itself is a chemical compound, I%26#039;m going to have to opt for a %26#039;no%26#039;.
Reply:You can use organic soil fertiliser like pelleted chicken manure for your plants/flowers. If you would like a nice display this year look in your garden centre for bedding plants in the next couple of months. These are often annual and will give a good display this year. You can also start your own compost bin when the flowers die off later in the year to keep the organic theme going. There are so many bedding plants to choose from that it%26#039;s a matter of personal taste. But do try to include French Marigolds (Tagetes) somewhere in your planting as they attract hover-flies which feed on aphids, a well known garden pest.
Reply:aubretia is a low growning colourful plant that grows without artificial chemicals - makes a nice edging that doesn%26#039;t need any cae exzcept a haircut one a year. My dad used to grow annuals to give loads of colour to the edge of his vegetable plot. Salvias, lobelia, allysum, asters, marigolds and petunias - all grew without chemicals..
Reply:yes

if you grow the right plants in the right circumstances

marigolds are good near veg cos they attract hover flies which beat up green flies which would trash some veg !!

there is nearly always an organic solution to pests

buy a good book
Reply:Ghostwriter.. I have to tell ya%26#039; the truth: I don%26#039;t know crap about flowers. ..I just got to laughing at the fact that I clicked onto a picture of a skull asking how to grow nice plants %26amp; flowers W/O Chemicals!!!!! No Offense Intended!!!!! KTnTexas
Reply:Gotta agree with Dave, here, you have to at least have some Dihydrogen Monoxide (hydric acid)
Reply:Instead of using water alone, if you have access to horse manure, take some of it and make it %26quot;soupy%26quot; with water and use it to water your flowers. I LOVE PANSIES!! They are easy to care for,a nd they are vibrant and beautiful. Hope this helps. Also too think about making a compost bin this year out of old yard material and veggie scraps. It usually takes a year for it to compost to dirt, but this is also a rich healthy soil.performing arts

Growing Indoor Flowers/Plants at College?

2009-04-12T00:33:00.000-07:00

I%26#039;m away at college and I want to have plants in my room. I%26#039;m looking for a plant that would be easy to take care of, that doesn%26#039;t need alot of direct sunlight, and could possibly live a day or two without watering (in case I wanted to go out of town on the weekend). Also, the town I%26#039;m currently living in is a small college town, where the only place I could get flowers/plants is the local Wal-Mart.

If you have any suggestions, send them my way!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersa corn plant. a peace lily is nice also but must be watered. it will wilt severely in a week.
Reply:You could buy an air plant, or a cactus.fitness

What english /flowers plants will grow in the caribbean?

2009-04-12T00:32:00.002-07:00

my mother-in-law in Jamaica just loves flowers and i would love to bring her some english flowers/plants that she can grow in her garden, but i dont know what plants would be able to survive the climate. Any ideas?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersshockingpink2004

All of them. Some will probably require some mid-day to 3 pm shade relief. If she lives on the coast - hey perfect and have a ball.
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Reply:(Thanks for the ad yao . Will do (..yeah...right.) )

You shouldn%26#039;t be personally bringing plants in from another country, even if somehow you manage to get %26#039;em through . That%26#039;s how a lot of trouble ( pests,disease, invasive exotics) start. If you can find a company in UK that will ship plants to Jamaica , go ahead , if they have to actually be from England . They at least have to undergo inspection, %26amp; follow rules regarding banned plants . Probably not much overlap in the flora of the two places. Best bet is to go to a garden center in Jamaica , ask that question , and see what%26#039;s there. They have best info on what is appropriate there , in general and in your mother-in-law%26#039;s location . Local variation in microclimate could make a big difference , in some cases . Only the locals would know the specifics ( %26amp; maybe save you from a big mistake) . Good luck .affiliate

Best flowers/plants for shady areas?

2009-04-12T00:32:00.001-07:00

Which plants and flowers are best to plant in shady areas outside? Also which plants are best for indoors that do not require sunlight?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersimpatiens, begonias, caladiums, elephant ears, pentas, aspidistra, camellias, gardenias, sambac jasmine,mahonia,coleus,aucuba, aralia, azaleas, rhododendron, pieris,ferns, hostas,boxwood, eleagnus, hydrangea,holly, ivy,bignonia,kerria,Japanese maple, %26amp; dogwoods, just to name a few.
Reply:i really like hostas.
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Reply:Photosynthesis needs sunlight!super nanny

What flowers/plants do bees NOT like?

2009-04-12T00:32:00.000-07:00

I%26#039;m planning on planting some flowers in my backyard. However, i%26#039;m not looking forward to the bees that always seem to visit us (yellow jack bees/wasps). Are there any flower/plants that bees don%26#039;t like or do they like all flowers?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersBees pollinate the flowers so, that will be hard to do. Grasses come in a variety of heights and colors. Some will come back but some of the prettiest are annuals. Ground cover comes in a variety of textures and leaf colors. Some of them only bloom for a short time. Hostas are plants that you can cut the blooms off, they are for the shady spots of the garden. How about planting the garden away from you. Put the prettiest, most fragrant flowers somewhere that they will keep the bees etc. away and keep the area you will be flower but not color free. Good luck!
Reply:I think bees like every flowers because it is it%26#039;s natural habitat.
Reply:they do like most flowers, but they dont particuarlly like foilage.

some plants have really nice foilage like cannas. some are red and some are green and white. they make massive blooms, but htey can be cut off very easily and even used in flower decorations.

also croton is really nice with yellow, orange, green, and red leaves.

corn plants have nice leaves, but dosent attract bees. NOT THE ACTUAL CORN PLANT THAT PRODUCES CORN

also bananas. the only time the attract bee is when in bloom, but most bananas dont bloom for many years. a nice banana is the red abbilasian banana also known as a false banana. it has red colored foilage.

bees like showy flowers, so geraniums will attract bees.

another flower that doesnt attract bees are fushias. they can be grown in hanging baskets and in shade as well. they have red flowers that dont really attract bees too much.

most red flowers dont attract bees,

so if you do pick out greaniums pick out the red ones, not the pink or even and especcially yellow.

yellow is one of the nicest flower colors, but also tends to attract the most bees, yellow jackets, and wapsskin disease

Funeral Flowers/Plants ?

2009-04-12T00:31:00.003-07:00

I am trying to figure out what kind of flowers/plants I should get for a funeral. It was for a stillborn baby boy. I was thinking along the lines of yellow or light blue colors flowering plant this way it won%26#039;t die as fresh cut flowers do.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersHi! I think yellow and light blue sounds like nice colors. Actually anything pastel colored would be appropriate for a child. I would first make sure that the plant can be useful to them. The previous answerer is right that some people don%26#039;t know to take their flowers and plants with them because I know a lot about florist business and they recycle what is unknowingly left behind and even %26#039;resale%26#039; the same plants and usually reuse the fresh cut flowers in other sprays and arrangements. It%26#039;s not right but they do it all the time.

Anyhow, I think the idea of a plant is very logical and thoughtful. Especially if it a beautiful flowering plant like mums or daisies because they are attractive in any place. I really feel for the parents, I can only imagine how devastated they must be.
Reply:how awful for the family.

I think plants are nice, whethter flowering or not. They always have something to remember your thoughtfulness. Report It

Reply:That%26#039;s what I would do. Yellow.
Reply:Its the thought that counts. Something yellow, that way it won%26#039;t be obvious - blue for a boy. A plant would be nice - as long as the family knows enough to ask the funeral director to take it home. Sometimes they just toss them. Or they could be donated to a nursing home.nanny

Should my strawberry plants have had flowers last year?

2009-04-12T00:31:00.002-07:00

I purchased a couple strawberry plants last year and got them in the ground. The directions that came with them indicated that I should pinch the flowers off that first year to allow the plant to get strong but flowers never came. The 2 plants gave me 13 daughters and now the original 2 have flowers and the daughter plants are not flowering at all (similar to what I saw last year with the original two). Is it really 2 years not 1 that you go without fruit, pinching flowers off during the second year or are the flowering plants strong enough to bear fruit this year after one year of no fruit or flowers? Thanks in advance!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersBerry plants need all of their energy to grow initially, It%26#039;s kind of like a teenager having a baby - both do better if they wait until the mom%26#039;s ready.
Reply:As you%26#039;ve seen, the infant plants may not bloom the first year. Conduct your own experiment and pinch the blossoms on only one of the plants and you%26#039;ll know what to do next year.

Good Growing,

The MuseShoes

Are there any websites that have an extensive photo list of plants/flowers?

2009-04-12T00:31:00.001-07:00

I%26#039;m looking for a site where I can go incase I need to or want to identify any type of plant (weeds, shrubs, flowers, trees). Thanks!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersHere is one for just about everything:

http://www.daytonnursery.com/Encyclopedi...

Here is a much more extensive flower encyclopedia:

http://www.flowerpossibilities.com/encyc...
Reply:here are some search results for %26quot;extensive photo list of plants flowers%26quot;

http://www.yabloog.com/extensive_photo_l...
Reply:Try: http://www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/plants/pl...

Quite good for all sorts of gardening information.
Reply:Try the National Plants Database, one of the best I%26#039;ve found.

http://plants.usda.gov/loan

What kind of people food can i put in plants/flowers?

2009-04-12T00:31:00.000-07:00

i have roses, carnations, sun flowers

what can i put in them besides plant food to make them last longer?

i heard of ppl using aspirin, sugar, vinegar.

what works best?

any other house hold items i can use?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersAny kind of vegetable material, such as if you eat a bananna, chop of the peeling and put around the base of the flowers, coffee grounds, cut up the rest of a tomato you did not eat or any vegetable that you did not finish eating, apple peelings chop up and put around flowers or plants. These kind of materials fertilize the soil and especially roses thrive from these materials!!! My mom does this and she has a tremendous flower garden and has for years and the flowers last for a long time. Good luck!!!!
Reply:they love coffee grounds
Reply:You can use sugar, salt, or if you%26#039;re willing to spend the time, soak your seeds in cold tea water (not iced tea, just tea that had bags in it and then you put it in the fridge) for two or three days.
Reply:Aspirin. But, I%26#039;ve also heard people using beer. It helps to keep the plants green. My step-mother does that and her flowers are always pretty. She uses Bud Light.
Reply:use eggshells!puppy teeth

How do I know which of my outdoor plants/flowers will come back after the freeze we just had?

2009-04-12T00:30:00.003-07:00

I sure heave some dead and cold flowers out there. I just planted them last week - hostas and pansies etc.

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersDepends on the type of plant really...can%26#039;t give you much more information other than that when I don%26#039;t know what you have in the ground.

The pansies might come back, but I doubt it. They%26#039;re a very vascular plant (water in the stems/leaves) and if they froze, then the tissue will die and they will die too.

Your hostas should be fine. They will get brown edges and if it was really cold, they will get frost burn pretty bad but they should manage to survive. Make sure not to cut the dead stalks back until you are sure it won%26#039;t freeze again, however, because cutting the stalks off will encourage the plant to send up new stalks and the tender growth will be more vulnerable to the cold.

Good luck!
Reply:Pansies will probably live. Hostas 50/50. I%26#039;m pushing for summertime too, but give it about another 2 weeks.Reebok

What kind of food can u put in plants/flowers? people food?

2009-04-12T00:30:00.002-07:00

i have roses, carnations, sun flowers

what can i put in them besides plant food to make them last longer?

i heard of ppl using aspirin, sugar, vinegar.

what works best?

any other house hold items i can use?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersA copper penny helps to keep flowers fresh.
Reply:7-UP works great for cut flowers...
Reply:water, that%26#039;s it and dog poo lol. otherwise nothing!
Reply:If you can find old and molding or decaying plants and base the new plant with it then the new plant will live longer. Also you can stick a copper penny into the sides and it will keep it fresh. You really won%26#039;t have to use anything else for the plant if you just keep it watered daily and give it plenty of sunlight, unless it%26#039;s a shade plant. :]] - Sarah
Reply:I%26#039;ve heard of sugar too

i was talking about this a few days ago you can put

like food that you have already eaten like bread, fruits, veggies, those are good for the soil
Reply:I know that it sounds nasty but organic material (decaying Plants) actually helps it live longer.Try puting it in the pot.
Reply:aspirin and vinegar are horrible for all living things... don%26#039;t put them in the ground, please.

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Use banana peels, potato peels, the ends of your celery stalks, the parts of your fish that you don%26#039;t eat...

Dead leaves too...

Those are all good compost materials.

Coffee grounds are ok if you live in an area with alkaline soil but if you have alot of pine trees around then it means your soil is acidic enough... don%26#039;t use the coffee grounds.
Reply:DO NOT USE ASPIRIN, EPSON SALTS, SUGAR OR VINEGAR, PLEASE!

Feed your plants regularly. If you want to give them other balanced nutrition, start a compost pile. Otherwise, please don%26#039;t give them things that people consume!
Reply:I have always heard that tea is very good for plants. just black what evers left in the tea pot like. i know this isnt food but my grandmother used to always throw the water from washing the dishes in her rose bushes it never did any harm and always got rid of greenfly.
Reply:same as you said
Reply:you could just but pant food which would work much better but my english teacher always empties his bottle of coke into the flowers outside the classroom!!loan

Where can i find a year round plants or flowers that i can plant on my garden?

2009-04-12T00:30:00.001-07:00

I%26#039;m very new on the gardening stuff. I don%26#039;t know much stuff about planting flowers, i need help!! Any websites or stores will be helpful..thank you so much!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersA great resource I take advantage of is the National Garden Association at www.garden.org A key factor in choosing plants is knowing what%26#039;s happy growing in your area of the country. The NGA has a %26quot;regional gardening news%26quot; newsletter which is monthly, I think, and has great tips about what to plant when, when to fertilize and prune, etc.

Happy planting!
Reply:gardenclub.com
Reply:It all depends where you live. Year round is a big expectation if you live in Alaska but easy to answer if you live in the Southwest like Arizona or California. Weather is everything. Go to the nearest Home Depot or Lowe%26#039;s hardware stores and go to the garden and home book section. Many many great books, most about 13.95 are specific to your area and are full of great ideas and help for the new gardener. Also a 5 minute discussion with a nurseryman from a %26#039;serous%26#039; private nursery will save you unneeded expense and trouble. The big discount stores have employees they are not garden experts. Good Luck.
Reply:The first thing to do is check what zone you live in, try the first link. This will determine what plants will tolerate your climate. Then you need to determine how much light your flower bed will get. Less than 2 hour is usually considered full shade, 2-4 hours is part shade/sun, more than 4 hours is full sun.

All year growing? Unless you are in the southern US most plant don%26#039;t grow year round. But there are tons of prennails that will come back year after year.

Here is a list of some pretty easy to grow perennial Sun to part shade flowers-

Lilies-all types: day lilies, Asiatic, and Oriential all have nice foliage and showy flowers.

Shasta Daisy

Yarrow

Butterfly Bush

Summer Phlox or Garden Phlox

Russain Sage

Tulips-have to have cold to flower

Daffodils-have to have cold to flower

Bearded Iris

Siberian Iris

Japanese Iris

Liatris

Hollyhocks

Purple Cone Flower

Black-eyed Susan

Mexican Hat

Coriopsis

Poppy

For full shade-

Hostas

Vince Major or Vinca Minor

Toad lily

Lily of the Valley

Bleeding hearts

Columbine

Solomon%26#039;s Seal

Ferns-Japanese %26amp; Ostrich Plume are both easy

Ajuga

Its pretty late in the season to plant from seed so your best bet is to buy plants. Don%26#039;t buy from Wal-Mart!!! They don%26#039;t take good care of their plants and it can be a real challenge to get them to grow. Go to a local nursery or greenhouse.

The second link is a good resource for flower gardeing.

Happy Gardening!c++

Do plants that do not reproduce bby seeds have flowers? ie. Begonia, banana, pineapple, Bryophyllum...?

2009-04-12T00:30:00.000-07:00

do ALL those types of plants flower?

Also, does heat travel faster through liquids, gases or solids?

will water evaporate in a refrigerator?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersBananas have seeds - it is that black line thru the center. They have flowers - it is how they are fertilised to produce fruit. Plants that reproduce by means other than seeds (the banana is a trick question!) don%26#039;t need flowers, the %26#039;earlier%26#039; evolutionary path items such as ferns, fungi, etc have other means. Bananas have apparently %26#039;evolved%26#039; to the extent that they reproduce by tuber - or shoot - one conjecture was that it had something to do with mankind cultivating them!

Heat travels thru solids by conduction, thru liquids by convection, and thru gases by convection, and sometimes radiation. As to %26#039;faster - well conduction thru a solid is often faster due to the %26#039;conduction properties of some solids being better than others, for instance a silver rod will conduct heat more readily than a chunk of mica, or ceramics (Space Shuttle heat shield tiles!). Gases and liquids may conduct heat better than thru stuff like mica or ceramics - which are a heat insulators.

Water will %26#039;sublime%26#039; in a fridge or freezer - go directly from solid to gas - and you do NOT need a fan.
Reply:Plants that don%26#039;t reproduce by seed are Ferns and fungi, which reproduce by spores.

Begonias flower, bananas flower, pineapple is the flower.

Water is the most conductive, next to copper which would be a solid.

Yes, over time water will evaporate in the fridge.
Reply:tubers, gasses,yea, there is a fan in the frig
Reply:ad plant part of question ...

This is a little confused question.

Begonia, banana, pineapple and Bryophyllum, all of them generally can reproduce by seeds. And of course, all flower.

Yes, there are some species of these plant, mostly planted for agricultural or ornamental purposes, which are not propagated by seeds from various reasons. But their close relatives always have viable seeds.

Seed plants, ie. flowering plants, conifers, cycads, ginkgos and gnetophyta are defined (and named) as %26quot;having seeds%26quot;. There are some rare exceptions, for example some opuntias, which are not able have seeds and they are reproduced only vegetatively. But all of these cases are young, propably short-term and their close relatives always have seeds.

And for johnknow %26amp; reynwate: Fungi ARE NOT plants, this is only posthumous child of old and/or bad schoolbooks. In fact, fungi are close relatives of animals and we share with fungi a lot of interesting characteristics, e.g. type of flagellum.
Reply:those are flowering plants

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What kind of plants/flowers/rocks are good to do for landscaping?

2009-04-12T00:29:00.003-07:00

I have some planters full of dry dirt. What would be good to put in there and how? If flowers, what are some good ( low cost) flowers I could plant that grow well in summer in SoCal heat? The area gets some shade and sunlight. I also have a dog who loves to dig, so if there is something else I could put there, those ideas are good too. I have no idea!

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersFirst off, get your planters good and wet. One way to do it is to shower with a few pots on the shower floor to collect the water. A little soap wont hurt, I hear you have a watering ban on occasion. Portulaca is nice, it is drought tolerant and will do well in containers. Loves sun. Try a wave petunia if you can find it and the container is large enough, those things are nuts, no clean, prolific.visual arts

Website the lists poisonous plants/flowers?

2009-04-12T00:29:00.002-07:00

We%26#039;re attempting to plant some flowers and shrubs in our backyard soon and would like to know if there is a website that lists flowers/shrubs/etc. that are poisonous or dangerous to our cocker spaniel puppy. I%26#039;ve tried goggling it, but I get incomplete lists where some list a certain plant as fatal and it%26#039;s not even listed as giving an upset stomach on another site.

Is there a cumulative site that gives a definitive list so we can be safe?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI was jsut compiling a list. I don%26#039;t think there%26#039;s any one place that has the %26quot;one and only single list of everything%26quot;

You can ask your vet or go to a vet chat website to ask. -!-
Reply:http://www.dogpack.com/health/poisonplan...

That%26#039;s the one I ususaly use. But just checking it (the snow just started melting here so I haven%26#039;t looked for awhile), I see that it%26#039;s moved some stuff to the ASPCA website so here%26#039;s that link:

http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pag...
Reply:Go to the aspca website.

They have an area for harmful and not harmful plants for dogs and for cats.

It%26#039;s a pretty comprehensive list, and if you don%26#039;t see something on either list, you can email them.

They answered me within 24 hours.
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Here is an excellent site thats list just about them all.

You should realize too that some plants can be just unique to your area too so a trip to your garden center and ask a person there would also help.
Reply:http://www.cybercanine.com/toxicplants.h...

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Flowers or plants that grow in sand?

2009-04-12T00:29:00.001-07:00

I live in south jersey. My employnent is located on the beach. We would like to plant flowers on the beach at the entrance to our business. Any ideas on what might grow in the sand?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy Flowersa cactus or a palm treee... but they would die in the winter because jersey isnt tropical. its hard to grow things in sand in cold places!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:unless you do sea oats or something like that, which i bet is not the neat look for an entrance you are hoping for, you will have trouble. You can get plants to survive, but not thrive.

Do what I do...Try digging the hole two or three times larger than the root ball requires then filling in with a good potting soil. I use miracle grow potting soil as it does a good job retaining moisture.

This will provide the plants all of the nutrients and minerals it needs to thrive.
Reply:Morning glory, limoneum, salvia, alyssum, some carnivorous plants, sand phlox, cacti, some varieties of grasses
Reply:Buy plants in gallon pots and bury the them
Reply:maybe cactus, they have really pretty flowers on thembooks authors

Plants/Flowers Native To The North?

2009-04-12T00:29:00.000-07:00

What are some flower and/or plants that are native to the north? Anything unique that you can%26#039;t really find in the west/south?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersCheck out the website link on my blog. They know everything about every plant, bloom, flower, etc. and all the details of where they grow best. It will show you a map with sections numbered and what plants grow/bloom best in your area. Have a great garden!
Reply:maybe rhododendron
Reply:larkspur, delfinium, pansies, petunias, statice, and fressia
Reply:Well maybe some flowers that are immune to the cold.make up

Flowers & Plants?

2009-04-12T00:28:00.001-07:00

What is your favorite plant/flower? From trees to shrubs to things that have flowers.....what do you enjoy the most????

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI agree with what she said........there are so many that are great. My favorites on the patio are my ponytail palm and taro and my fave flowers are the desert rose and begonias (right now) although I love New Guinea impatiens and bromeliads for indoors. My fave tree is my 30 foot Canary Island date palm.
Reply:I%26#039;ve just finished up a field botany class in college, and I have to say there are so many amazing flowers and trees to choose from. However, my very favorite tree is the Ginkgo tree. It%26#039;s absolutely beautiful and has SOOOO much history. It%26#039;s over 200 million years old! I fell in love with it so much I even bought a bonsai Ginkgo. They%26#039;re so beautiful!
Reply:Roses are my favorite flower. I like the huge sunflowers, hyacinths, alstramarius, lilies of the valley in long shady runners, irises, gladiolas, tiger lilies, peace lilies, tulips, forsythia bushes, chrysanthemum bushes, any flower which conforms with the environment and brings added pleasure is nice.
Reply:The Passionflower hands Down. If I needed a runner up it would be either bleeding hearts(dicentra spectablis) or Day lilies/Asiatic Lilies %26#039;stargazer%26#039; especially!
Reply:I love morning glories. Once you get a good planting going they reseed freely. Some people consider them invasive; I say they%26#039;re just really friendly!

Here in Central Florida we have some incredible huge, old oak trees. Some are so old that the branches have to be propped up.

I also love Bougainvillea. It comes in so many colors, grows quickly, tolerates drought, heat and direct sun, and makes a great security hedge because of the thorns. I have them under every window of my house, and I%26#039;m training to grow up trellises beside the windows.
Reply:i love the jacaranda tree. awesome when in bloom.
Reply:as far as flowers go, i personally love lilacs and white roses...

I also love Ivy and shamrock (indoor or outdoors its beautiful.. and it comes in different colors)

and I enjoy houseplants like spider plants...wandering jew... crown of thorns... shamrock...and gerbera daisies

I also love sunflowers and lavendar
Reply:My favorite flowering perennial is lavender. The whole plant is fragrant for most of the year (I%26#039;m in New England). I love cutting the stems with unopened buds, drying them and giving them as gifts to neighbors and friends. Plus, I can make lavender tea or sachets for relaxation.
Reply:I love petunias. They%26#039;re so beautiful and easy to care for.
Reply:My favorite flowering plant would have to be the azalea bush. They come in so many different colors and sizes. I was raised in an area of the southeast where azaleas are planted everywhere and I always look forward to spring when all of the bushes start blooming and add an abundance of color to our town.
Reply:I love iris. They are my absolute favorite flower. Their scent is sweeter and more delicate than roses.

And I adore big ancient oak trees. There is an oak in my back yard that is over 100 years old. A hurricane took the top out of it a few years back, but it is still beautiful and powerful and worthy of admiration. It gives me such peace and joy.make up

What plants/flowers would you recommend?

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I live in Alabama and I am wanting to plant my spring flowers. I have a flower bed in the front of my house that runs about 3-4%26#039;. I want to fill it with a plant that blooms in the spring but that also keeps good greenary well into early fall. Do you know of a plant that does this?

Flowers Birthday Flowers Sympathy FlowersI live in Georgia[N.E.], any spring flower will stay green and bloom until first frost. then you can plant pansies and snapdragons in the fall, for color through the winter into springYou do not have enough planting area to go out and hire a designer, do it yourself. Make note of how many hours of sun shines on this space through out the day, go to a local nursery tell the nurseryman and he can tell you what annual will be best suited for the amout of sunlight your getting there. From there chose your favorite ones and also buy my favorite fertilizer which is named Bloom Starter, this helps the root system get off to a good start, if you have heavy sunlight be sure and keep the ground moist. When your flowers start to fade in color, go ahead and cut them off[at the stem] so the new buds will keep coming, that is called dead heading, also while you are at the nursery check your plants to make sure the root system is nice and white and thick, you need a good root system to have a healthy plant. Go ahead and take them out of the pot and look at the roots, the nurseryman will know you know what your doing, also check for crawling bugs, don%26#039;t bring bugs home form the nursery, lool under the leaves and the stalk, this is alot to remember, but better safe than sorry. Don%26#039;t buy unhealthy plants, if you see insects on the nursery plants please let the nurseryman know so he can treat his stock. Checking your plants for insects is important, even after you have them in the ground, at first sight buy some insecticide and follow directions. They say the south is going to be hot and dry this year. Happy Growing
Reply:Normally most landscape designers will use more than one type of flower to accomplish that feat. Daylillies work good and there are a number of others that work well, just depends on your taste. I recommend going to a landscaping company and asking. You don%26#039;t have to have them do the landscaping, but a landscape designer will know how long the flowers bloom, how long they keep their foliage, how big they get, etc. My roommate in college got a degree in that major and he had to memorize all that stuff, including tree flowering times. How big in diameter the trees would get, etc.
Reply:You did not include the light factor, but if you want a year round that is beautiful plant azaela or hyacinth bushes toward the back of your bed and you never have to worry again! Then plant some small annuals, if you like to fuss in the bed, or some bulbs...ie lillies etc...you%26#039;ll really enjoy it all year round!skin disease