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Category Archives: Poinsettias
Holiday Plants
Holiday plants, which include poinsettias, Christmas Cactus, Kalanchoe, Cyclamen, and spring bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and amaryllis (which have been forced to bloom now), and others, are great to receive or give to someone. However, how many … Continue reading
More Thoughts on Summer Gardening
In my last posting, I discussed primarily how to cope with hot, humid weather as part of my suggested summer gardening tasks. I’d like to conclude this topic by discussing a few other suggestions: 1. Flowering Plants – As flowers … Continue reading
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Annuals and Perennials – things to keep in mind during the Florida summer
Annuals/Perennials – Apply liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks, preferably early in the morning to avoid burning your plants. For all other plants, use a controlled/slow release fertilizer every 2 months till early September. Remember to water in afterwards. Also, if … Continue reading