August 25, 2018 |
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Weekly news from the National Gardening Association |
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ARTICLES TO READ |
Planting and Pruning PlumsWhen selecting a site for plums, choose a site with loamy, well-drained soil in full sun. Avoid low-lying areas where frost settles. If possible, remove wild plums to prevent them from spreading disease to your new trees. When planting plums, keep the graft union an inch above the soil line. Space trees 20 to 25 feet for standard varieties, 15 to 20 for dwarfs. 
Avoiding and Solving Common Bulb ProblemsNo wonder bulbs are so popular in the garden -- they return year after year and are among the most carefree garden plants. To ensure repeat appearances, choose healthy bulbs and plant them correctly. 
The Lovely DogwoodThe beloved flowering dogwood tree, found in home gardens across the country, is just one of the many types of dogwoods. Some species are native to the United States. 
Daffodils- Spring BulbsThe dependable, spring-flowering daffodil is a favorite for its long life and carefree, colorful blooms. Other common names include jonquil and narcissus. 
Water Gardening 101Many people think that water gardening is difficult. Water gardens look so exotic. But nothing could be further from the truth 
Mildew Threatening ColumbinesColumbines have been a popular plant in gardens for generations, but it now faces a deadly killer to gardeners across the ocean |
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NOTABLE DISCUSSIONS FROM OUR FORUMS |
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THE NUMBERS FROM LAST WEEK: |
| 856 members joined. 5,946 posts written in our forums. 945 photos posted to the plant database. 1,108 plants added to personal inventory lists. |
