When to Dig Up Dahlias, Cannas and Gladiolus in Illinois
In most of Illinois, dahlias, cannas and gladiolus have to come out of the ground every fall.
How High to Mow a Lawn in Rhode Island
Set the mower between 2 and 3 inches for most Rhode Island lawns, and raise it to 3 to 3.5 inches if the grass is tall fescue.
When to Mulch Strawberries and Perennials for Winter in Illinois
In Illinois, winter mulch for strawberries and perennials goes on after the ground begins to freeze, not before.
How High to Mow a Lawn in Illinois
Most Illinois lawns do best cut between 2 and 3.5 inches, and the right number depends on the grass. Tall fescue wants 3 to 3.5 inches.
What Eats Beet in New Jersey, and When
Three things take most of a New Jersey beet crop, and they arrive at different times.
Growing Hydrangeas in Minnesota: Types, Colour and Winter
Plant hydrangeas in Minnesota after the last spring freeze, which in the Twin Cities falls between April 17 and April 30, and choose panicle or smooth…
Why Hydrangeas Are Pink in California, and How to Turn Them Blue
Pink hydrangeas are what most California gardens produce on their own, because the soil and the irrigation water lean neutral to alkaline.
Protecting Hydrangeas Over Winter: Which Ones Need It
Only some hydrangeas need winter protection, and the type decides which. Bigleaf, oakleaf, mountain and climbing hydrangeas carry next summer’s flowers…
Growing Roses in Massachusetts: Planting Dates, Varieties and Local Pests
Roses go into Massachusetts ground in spring, as soon as the soil is workable.
Growing Hydrangeas in Michigan: Types, Colour and Winter
Set hydrangeas out in Michigan after the last spring frost, which falls around April 30 in the Detroit area and early to mid May across most of the Lower…