With the proper care and growth circumstances, lavender is a perennial subshrub that does come back after the winter. It can live for many years. Due to their lower level of cold tolerance than English lavenders, Spanish and French lavenders may not survive the winter in colder climates. French and Spanish lavenders, which are more …
Aloe vera plants can withstand drought and should only be watered once the soil surrounding the roots has completely dried out. Aloe vera is typically watered once every 14 days, allowing the soil to dry out in between applications in order to meet its water needs without risking root rot. Aloe vera must be watered …
An overview of the length of time that various lavender species bloom: Purple Species How long until it blooms? How long is the bloom? Favorite Varieties English lilac May/June 4 weeks Vera; Munstead; Hidcote English Lavender May/June 3 months or less until autumn Regency splendor ‘Anouk’ and ‘Ballerina’ Blended lavender June/July two months until the …
Azalea fertilization schedule: Ericaceous continuous release plant feed applied once in the spring (March/April) is the ideal time to fertilize azaleas. After July, avoid fertilizing because this will promote leaf growth at the price of flowering. It’s critical to understand when and how to fertilize azaleas to have the finest blooms and a robust, disease-resistant …
Due to their drought tolerance, string of pearls plants only require watering once the soil surrounding their roots has entirely dried out. In general, watering once every 14 days is sufficient to meet the moisture needs of string of pearls without producing root rot, however watering varies depending on the climate. Care for string of …
Because hydrangea blooms age throughout the year, their color gradually fades from vivid hues to light green. With fewer daylight hours, the hydrangea has less energy to develop the pigment that gives its blossoms their vibrant colors, which causes the petals to become green. Read on to find out why hydrangea blooms turn green and …
Lemon trees lose their leaves when they are overwatered, insufficient sunlight, excessive wind, or when the temperature is constantly below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Lemon trees transferred indoors from the outside suffer from transplant shock, which results from a difference in humidity, temperature, sunlight, and watering frequency. Due to a change in their growing environment, lemon …
30% coarse sand or gravel to 70% organic compost or potting soil is the best soil ratio for growing lavender in pots and other containers. To increase the pH and make the mixture somewhat alkaline, add one tablespoon of garden lime to the mixture. The ideal soil conditions of the lavender’s native Mediterranean area are …
The nighttime temperature being too high is a common cause of orchids not blooming. For an orchid to produce a new flower spike and to begin flowering, the temperature at night needs to be 10°F lower than the daytime temperature. Orchids cannot bloom if there is no difference in temperature between day and night. Reasons …
Jade plants require the soil to dry out between waterings because they are adapted to withstand drought. To satisfy their moisture needs without creating root rot, water jade plants once every 14 days with a generous soak. Before watering your jade plant, make sure the soil is dry. Knowing how much and how often to …