Annual Vines are Space Savers - Landscaping
Vertical gardening is something we don't always consider when we're planning our landscapes. Making use of this dimension saves space, which is of particular importance for those with small gardens. It also adds visual interest to the ... [... more]
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Coral Vine - Landscaping
Native to tropical America and Mexico, the coral vine is a vigorous, quick-growing evergreen plant. This climbs to 25-50 feet or more. It has tendrils at the ends of the slender jointed stems. The stem is heavily clothed with hairy, papery, light ... [... more]
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Honeysuckles and Some Other Vines - Landscaping
Honeysuckles are among the more outstanding vines for the landscape, but there are a number of others. Many honeysuckles tend to be invasive, but one of the best for the landscape is Lonicera sempervirens. This features orange and yellow blooms ... [... more]
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Some Hardy Vines - Landscaping
Whether they're trained on a trellis or arbor, or allowed to clamber over garden sheds and up trees, the hardy vines are a valuable addition the landscape. Leading our eyes upward, they add a different dimension to gardens. When it comes to ... [... more]
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The Lotus Vine and Other Annuals for Landscapes - ...
Of the annual vines, the lotus vine and luffa are among some of the more interesting ones. The lotus vine seems small in comparison to most others. It is only 2 feet in length. Mostly grown in containers like hanging baskets, it has pea-like or ... [... more]
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The Romantic Vines - Landscaping
I don't care what the calendar says. I don't feel summer has really arrived until the morning glories are in bloom. These lovely annual vines have such romantic appeal. Vines may be annual, perennial, or even woody. They have numerous uses in the ... [... more]
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Palms as Container Plants and Houseplants - Landscaping
The regal and elegant palms are among the most popular trees in sub-tropical and tropical areas. In addition, these can be grown as container plants and houseplants in colder areas. Containers of palms can be used for decorating patios, ... [... more]
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More Annual Vines for the Landscape - Landscaping
The climbing snapdragon is not even a relative of the common snapdragon we grow as a bedding plant. However, the blossoms do resemble those of the true snapdragon. About 11/2 inches wide, the blossoms come in white, pink, and purple. This plant ... [... more]
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Landscaping for Winter Interest - Landscaping
With proper planning, our landscapes can provide four seasons of interest. Winter is a time when we need the beauty of nature the most. Here are a few tips on winter gardens. Do this in small steps if necessary. Concentrate on a few critical ... [... more]
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Indoor Plant Book Reviews - Landscaping
Winter is a trying season for gardeners. That's when houseplants come to the rescue. This is a great opportunity to expand our horizons with respect to indoor gardening. Here are some books that can help. Much of the book is devoted to the 200+ ... [... more]
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