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14/05/2021

WHEN TO PLANT ROSES 🌹

If you order bare-root roses from a mail-order company, order with your planting date in mind. Bare-root roses should be planted soon after they arrive. They are usually shipped in the early spring when plants are fully dormant, well before they have leafed out. They’ll look like a bundle of sticks on arrival. Note that they are not dead—simply dormant! Check that the packing material is moist and keep them in a cool dark place until ready to plant.

🌹 In colder regions, plant bare-root roses as soon as the soil is workable in the spring.
🌹 In warmer regions, plant bare-root roses in the early spring or late fall, as long as the plant is dormant.
🌹 If you are buying potted roses, it’s best to plant them by late spring for best results. However, you can plant them almost any time during the growing season—just be sure to keep them well watered, especially during summer!

11/05/2021

GROWING ROSES‼️
Rose 🌹 bushes come in a variety of forms, from climbing roses to miniature rose plants, blooming mainly in early summer and fall. One way to group roses into classes is according to their date of introduction:

Old roses 🌹—also called “old-fashioned roses” and “heirloom roses”. These are the lush, invariably fragrant roses found in old masters’ paintings.

Modern hybrid 🌹 roses, introduced after 1867, are sturdy, long-blooming, extremely hardy and disease-resistant, and bred for color, shape, size, and fragrance.

11/05/2021

HOW TO CHANGE THE COLOR OF HYDRANGEA FLOWERS‼️

🌸 It is possible to change the flowers’ colors, but not instantly. Color correction takes weeks—even months. Wait until the plant is at least 2 years old to give it time to recover from the shock of its original planting. Also note that it’s easier to change blue flowers to pink than pink to blue.

🌸 It’s not every hydrangea that changes color. The color of some Bigleaf hydrangeas (H. macrophylla)—especially Mophead and Lacecap types—and H. Serrata cultivars change color based on the soil pH.

🌸 Acidic soils with a pH of less than 5.5 produce blue flowers; soils with a pH greater than 5.5 produce pink flowers. White flowers are not affected by pH.

10/05/2021

HOW TO GROW HYDRANGEAS FROM CUTTINGS‼️

Hydrangeas can easily be grown from cuttings. The root readily and the process makes for a great lesson in propagation. Here’s how to do it:

🔥 On a well-established hydrangea, find a branch that is new growth and that has not flowered. New growth will appear lighter in color than old growth, and the stem will not be as rigid.
🔥 From the tip of the branch, move 4 to 5 inches down and make a horizontal cut. Make sure that there are at least 3 to 4 pairs of leaves on your cutting.
🔥 Remove the lowest pair of leaves from the cutting, trimming them flush to the stem. Roots grow more easily from these leaf nodes, so if you can afford to remove more than one pair of leaves, do so.
🔥 If the remaining leaves are quite large, cut them in half, removing the tip-half. This prevents the leaves from hitting the sides of the plastic bag you will place over the cutting later on (to keep the humidity up).
🔥 (Optional) Dust the leafless part of the stem with rooting hormone and an anti-fungal powder for plants (both available at a local hardware or garden store). This will encourage rooting and discourage rotting.
🔥 Prepare a small pot and fill it with moistened potting mix. Plant the cutting in the soil, sinking it down to the first pair of remaining leaves. Water lightly to get rid of any air gaps around the stem.
🔥 Cover the entire pot loosely with a plastic bag. Make sure the bag isn’t touching the leaves of the cutting, otherwise the leaves can rot.
🔥 Place the pot in a warm area that’s sheltered from direct sunlight and wind.
🔥 Check on your cutting every few days to make sure that it isn’t rotting and only water again once the top layer of soil is dry.

09/05/2021

WHERE TO PLANT HYDRANGEAS

👉 Most hydrangeas will thrive in fertile, well-draining soils that receive plenty of moisture. Add compost to enrich poor soil.
👉 Generally, hydrangeas prefer partial sun. Ideally, they will be given full sun in the morning, with some afternoon shade to protect them from the hot midday sun. This is especially true for the Bigleaf hydrangea, which is prone to wilting. Some varieties are more tolerant of full sun.
👉 Space hydrangeas anywhere from 3 to 10 feet apart, depending on the type.

08/05/2021

GROWING HYDRANGEAS‼️

With immense flower heads, hydrangeas flaunt an old-fashioned charm in summertime that’s hard to resist. While these flowering shrubs are low-maintenance, proper care will keep them blooming.

With immense flower heads, hydrangeas flaunt an old-fashioned charm in the summertime that’s hard to resist. While these flowering shrubs are low-maintenance, proper care will keep them blooming.

We will share tips with you in upcoming posts. Stay tuned 🌸🌸

07/05/2021

5 Herb Gardening 🌱 Secrets Only the Pros Know

Herbs are the reason I got into gardening. They are easy to grow, they need little attention once established, and they add a burst of flavor to your dishes. They are also significant pollinator plants when in bloom, and they offer plenty of color and interest in a landscape.

Did you find this helpful? Let us know in the comments below 👇

Including a surprising tip for choosing the right soil.

07/05/2021

12 Surprising Facts All Peony Enthusiasts Should Know‼️

True royalty among , peonies feature blossoms that can take your breath away. But requires more than just a penchant for their vibrant color and sweet scent. From planting peonies to peony care, there are plenty floral facts you should know before peony season.

This content originally appeared on Southern Living.True royalty among garden plants, peonies feature blossoms that can take your breath away. But growing peonies requires more than just a penchant for their vibrant color and sweet scent. From planting peonies to peony care, there are plenty floral....

07/05/2021

13 Things You Didn’t Know About Bumble Bees‼️

Bumble bees 🌸 are keystone pollinators in the ecosystem. They pollinate food crops, trees, and of course, flowers. In my own yard, I realized that the more native plants I planted, the more pollinators visited my garden. Which has been beneficial for my food crops!

I’ve also enjoyed learning about their life cycle. The more we know about a species’ life cycle, the more we can be aware of how our actions might be causing them harm. Do bumble bees sleep in flowers? Get the answer and discover more facts about their life cycle, habitat, and how you can help these essential pollinators.

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https://www.tenthacrefarm.com/13-things-about-bumble-bee/

05/05/2021

05/05/2021

How to Grow Peonies at Home‼️

With their impressive colors, blooms and fragrance, peonies are adored by amateur and pro gardeners across the globe. Whether you opt for intersectional, herbaceous or tree peonies, there is a style, size and shade to suit all tastes too.

Asides from their timeless elegance and the sheer size of their blooms , peonies are perfectly positioned for those looking for a low-maintenance plant that promises to add interest and allure to the home garden.

https://www.serenataflowers.com/pollennation/how-to-grow-peonies-at-home/

04/05/2021

10 Ways to Style Your Dining Table with Tulips‼️

🔰 Whether you’re planning a gathering or hosting a dinner party, a well-styled dining room table is an asset to the home.

🔰 Before you get started though, think about the mood you wish to create, the room décor and the space you have to work with. This will help you to visualize a design that matches your home and personal tastes.

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https://www.serenataflowers.com/pollennation/10-ways-style-dining-table-with-tulips/

03/05/2021

Super Fragrant Roses That Will Fill Your Garden with Sweet Scents all Season Long‼️

As beautiful as roses are, some have a stronger scent than others. These amazingly fragrant rose varieties boast both colorful blooms and fabulous floral aromas. Plant them by your patio, paths, or wherever you can sniff them often.

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https://www.bhg.com/gardening/flowers/roses/fragrant-garden-roses/

You'll want to stop and smell these flowers often!

01/05/2021

Did you know Each Rose 🌹 Color Has a Different Meaning?

Besides red 🌹 roses symbolizing love and romance, pink roses exude grace and elegance. The vibrant color of the yellow rose represents friendship and cheer. On a more somber note, white roses signify sympathy, which is why you might often see them at funerals.

However, white roses 🌹 can also represent purity, spirituality, and innocence. For your next congratulatory bouquet (maybe for a graduate or new hire) offer orange roses. They represent enthusiasm.

01/05/2021

Who knew looking pretty in a vase wasn't the only way to use roses 🌹 in the kitchen?

Their petals are edible and rose 🌹 water (made from soaking the petals in water) is often added to jellies or jams, or is used as flavoring in Indian and Chinese dishes. Roses also grow a berry-shaped fruit called rose hips.

The fruit can be orange, red, dark purple, or even black. Rose hips are packed with vitamin C and can be used in cocktails or dried to create a refreshing tea.

01/05/2021

8 Surprising Facts About Lilies‼️

Lilies 🌷 are my favorite flower! I just love that there are so many varieties, from the elegant calla lily to the bold tiger lily, and of course the brilliant stargazer lily.

There are so many different kinds of lilies, 🌷 in fact, you’ll find out just how big their family is in the list below. Check out some of our favorite facts about lilies!

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https://crafty.house/8-surprising-facts-about-lilies/

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Lavender has been shown to have a naturally relaxing aroma. This is why you’ll find many laundry detergents, scented candles, and air fresheners with this incredible scent. While dried lavender is effective, live lavender gives off a much stronger fragrance.

This plant does well in direct sunlight, so find a spot on a windowsill where it can bask in the sun all day long. You can water as needed.

27/04/2021

Pink Jasmine not only looks beautiful and makes the room more inviting, it also produces a pleasant scent. This scent serves as a natural relaxer, making it easier to fall asleep when you climb into bed.

However, this pretty plant requires a little more care than others on this list. It does well in a sunny spot and should not be overwatered. It’s also best to buy it already potted. Fortunately, pink jasmine is relatively easy to find at most garden stores.

26/04/2021

This plant acts as a natural air purifier, removing toxins, dust, and other debris from the air in your bedroom. This will help keep your allergies at bay and enable you to breathe easier as you’re sleeping.

The peace lily is a good low-light plant, meaning it can be hung just about anywhere in the bedroom. It only needs to be watered once a week, but if it’s near a window or your room is especially warm, you may want to water it twice per week.

26/04/2021

6 Of The Best Plants And Flowers 🌸 You Need In Your Bedroom To Get A Better Night's Sleep

Thought your common-day house plant was just another accessory to help you to re-create a Pinterest bedroom paradise? Think again. From English Ivy to rosemary, here's our list of the best plants and flowers to buy to improve your quality of sleep.

Read More At 👇
https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/g24554501/best-plants-flowers-sleep/

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