Which Hydrangeas Survive a British Columbia Winter
Most hydrangeas survive a winter at the coast of British Columbia, and the toughest types, smooth and panicle hydrangeas, survive almost anywhere in the…
Watering Hydrangeas: Why They Wilt and When to Worry
Afternoon wilting on a hot day is usually a supply problem, not a death sentence.
What Eats Beet in Nevada, and When
Thirst and heat do most of the damage to a Nevada beet crop, and they hit in different weeks.
Growing Roses in Maine: Planting Dates, Varieties and Local Pests
Plant container roses in Maine once the last spring freeze is behind you, which at Portland falls between April 22 and May 1.
Growing Hydrangeas in Manitoba: Types, Colour and Winter
Hydrangeas can grow in Manitoba, but only certain types, and only with a little planning.
Why Hydrangeas Are Pink in British Columbia, and How to Turn Them Blue
Pink hydrangeas in British Columbia usually mean the aluminum in the soil is out of the roots’ reach.
Peace Rose: When to Plant the Tomatoes That Ripen All at Once
Peace is a hybrid tea rose, a pastel blend of yellow and pink that our source notes call the best-known hybrid tea in the world, and it does not ripen…
Growing Roses in Louisiana: Planting Dates, Varieties and Local Pests
Roses do best in Louisiana when they go in the ground between late fall and late winter, not in spring.
What Eats Pumpkin in Wyoming, and When
In Wyoming, the first thing to eat a pumpkin crop is usually the calendar, not an insect.
The Best Okra to Grow in Utah
For most Utah gardens, the best okra is an early-maturing, compact, spineless type. Standard heat-lovers are a bonus where summers run long.