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Succulents of all kinds are easy to use in crafts and projects; find the latest weird and wonderful ways to plant these tough yet beautiful plants in odd and unusual displays.
Growing them in containers or in gardens doesn't mean you'll be glued to the garden hose; they don't need lots of water.
Low maintenance doesn't mean dull; you'll see lots of fun ideas and ways to use drought tolerant plants in your garden.
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Aug 24, 2019
Fungus on sunflowers
I recently got around to treating my fungus infected sunflowers too late. Should I uproot them or cut them at the base?
Aug 23, 2019
Soggy leaves
Good morning thank you for your response . I purchased this plant about 3 weeks ago and the leaves were thick and plump. Some of the leaves are wilted
Aug 22, 2019
Help with my cactus
Hi! I have a cactus that did excellent last year and this year is brown and yellow. The cactus is located in the same spot as last year. I can’t tell the
Aug 21, 2019
Help! What are these?
Hi, I have two succulents that I have no idea what they are. I would appreciate any assistance you may be able to provide. The first is the green bushy
Aug 20, 2019
Light Requirements for Succulents - how bright is bright?
How bright is bright? Light Requirements for Succulents...
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Aug 19, 2019
Xeric Plants - the crowning glory of your xeriscaping garden
Xeric Plants are drought tolerant, tough and beautiful; find out which are my most recommended for challenging conditions...
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Aug 19, 2019
Distressed and weathered Shabby Chic Painted Pots
Shabby Chic Painted Pots - distressed and weathered, on purpose...
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Aug 17, 2019
Indian climate for succulents
I'm from middle India. In summers it's around 45° celsius or 113° Fahrenheit. 90% of my succulents died. They were quite easy to grow species but still
Aug 15, 2019
Aphids on Succulents
Most species of succulent such as Jade Plant, Agave, or Crassula Tetragona are tough and will survive on a strong heat of summer. They are drought-tolerant
Aug 14, 2019
Vine growing on fence
I’m in East Tennessee and there is a vine growing on my fence and producing big green bulbs with seeds in them, what are they?
Aug 07, 2019
reminds me of a cat tail
It's green and has these thorn looking leaves sprouting upwards and it curls like a cats tail, do you know what it is? Drought Smart Plants reply: Hi
Jul 30, 2019
Plant Pests Handbook - natural methods of biological pest control
Buy the Plant Pests HandBook here; biological pest control, natural insect repellents...
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Jul 24, 2019
Yellow/brown spots on dwarf Myer lemon tree
Help! I discovered yellow/orangish spots on my dwarf Myer Lemon tree on the top of the leaves and branches. Could you please identify the disease/insect/fungus
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Jul 22, 2019
Vinca Major problem
Here in Dallas, my vinca major has gone from healthy to looking like it's been sprayed with weed killer. Someone mentioned leaf rollers but I don't see
Jul 21, 2019
Converting a tiled water fountain to an above ground flower garden
I am converting an 8x8x1’ ceramic tile lined water fountain to an above ground flower garden. I live in Greeley co which is in hardiness zone 5b, and is
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Jul 16, 2019
Succulent Identification Chart - find your unknown plant here
Use the Succulent Identification Chart to find your unknown succulents; puzzling over their names and how to care for them?
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Jul 14, 2019
Is it really dead?
Zone 5 My yard always floods a little but this spring was brutal! Cool/cold, cloudy, rainy all March, April, May and even into June. 3, burgundy star
Jul 08, 2019
Male Mulberry tree with fruit
We have a huge male mulberry tree. This year for the first time that I have noticed, there are a few branches on it loaded with mulberries. My neighbour
Jul 02, 2019
Brown balls
I found brown balls in my outdoor plant that are hard and when I busted them they let out powder. When I wet them they let off smoke. Can you tell me what
Jul 02, 2019
What are these plants?
Hello: This is my 3rd try... can you please identify the plants in this photo? I know the one in the back is a jade but what are the two in the foreground?
Jun 19, 2019
Crepe Myrtle tree
We live in Delaware and one of our Crepe Myrtle trees has issues with the trunk as evidenced by various photos. Our landscaping department in our community
Jun 19, 2019
half of my burning bush is dying
What would cause my burning bush (fire bush) to suddenly die on just one side, in less than a week? (It's approximately 10 years old).
Jun 18, 2019
My Cactus Is REALLY Growing
Hi there! We got our cactus about 6 months ago and since then it's REALLY been growing. The top of the cactus is mushrooming out, and it's starting to
Jun 16, 2019
Flower Garden Tips - make yours fabulous
The Best Flower Garden Tips - make yours fabulous with these ideas...
Jun 16, 2019
Flowering Plant Life Cycle - how the blooming cycle works
Find out how the blooming cycle works; Flowering Plant Life Cycle...
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Jun 16, 2019
What is your mystery Succulent? Succulent Plant Identification
The correct Succulent Plant Identification will help you to look after your plants and make them thrive; ask here what on earth your succulents are...
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Jun 15, 2019
What Do I Do With My Succulent Flower Stalk?
What Do I Do With My Succulent Flower Stalk - leave it, or cut it off?
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Jun 14, 2019
21 Unique Succulent Planters - Summer Ideas
21 Unique Succulent Planters; odd and unusual ways to grow succulent plants...
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Jun 12, 2019
How to Grow Thyme - best tips for happy, healthy thyme plants
How to Grow Thyme; tips and secrets for successfully growing thyme...
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Jun 12, 2019
Thymus pseudolanuginosus - Woolly Thyme
Thymus pseudolanuniginosus, the woolly thyme is hard to resist; looking just like a pale blue green Shetland sweater, it flows down steps in a soft wave and makes a textural thyme lawn
Jun 12, 2019
Mother's Day
Good morning from Ohio. My 1 year old grandson(so my son and daughter-in-law) got this for me for Mother's Day this year. I've never had a succulent
Jun 10, 2019
What seed did I buy
Hi,I bought pyracantha seeds and these are what are growing. Are they pyracantha?
Jun 09, 2019
I done F-ed up. Help please?
Hello I think I made a huge mistake and I’d like help please. I planted three cypress trees about a foot apart, because they’re gorgeous and fill the
Jun 07, 2019
When can my Mother of Millions go Outside
I have some newly potted Mother of Millions plants. How warm do warm do temperatures need to be for me to leave them outside day and night?
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Jun 07, 2019
Landscaper Shares 4 Tips For Low Water Consumption Landscaping Design
Being able to efficiently use water is an important part about being not just a good landscaper, but also an environmentally conscious one. However,
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Jun 06, 2019
Xeriscaping - dry gardening and xeric gardens; fad, or new mindset?
Xeriscaping is now on all gardeners minds; whether you like it or not, we have challenging conditions to grow our gardens in; get used to it
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Jun 04, 2019
21 Charming Succulent Planters - stay motivated for more ideas
Spring into a brand new season of fun with this round up of 21 Charming Succulent Planters - one or more of them will inspire you for sure...page 3
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Jun 03, 2019
How to Grow Cold Hardy Cacti - the ultimate drought smart plants
Learn How to Grow Cold Hardy Cacti; the ultimate Drought Smart Plants
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Jun 03, 2019
How to Grow Sempervivum - tips for the happiest Hens and Chicks
Learn How to Grow Sempervivum, the hardy hens and chicks plants; tips and techniques for happy houseleeks
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Jun 03, 2019
Insect Identification - identify the bugs in your xeric garden
Insect Identification is one more facet of gardening to combat pests, attract beneficial pollinators and butterflies, as well as fascinate in its own right...
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Jun 03, 2019
Multi message
Location: Indoors, London, UK Light: Lots of light Temperature: 15-25°C 1.Aloe vera with pups. How much water does it need? Could I get it to flower?
Jun 03, 2019
Climate Adjustment
I live in Michigan, but I like tropical plants. Is there a way, even if it is over years or something, to adapt tropical plants to growing outside in
Jun 02, 2019
Spider mites or Fungi
Does my Avocado plant have Fungus or mites? I am terrified to loose him. He is almost 1yr old. about 8 months. I am new to growing and know I have a lot
May 29, 2019
Best Succulent Containers - patio planters & deck pots with succulents
The Best Succulent Containers are textural, lush and overflowing with a wide selection of healthy succulent plants; get ideas here...
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May 29, 2019
Bouys and The tree of lost soles
I have turned beach trash into art. I have planted succulents in buoys and shoes found on the beach and decorated a dead tree. Drought Smart Plants reply:
May 29, 2019
Crepe Myrtle: Witches Broom
I am located in Atlanta GA. I have a 6 ft Crepe Myrtle total consumed with Witches Broom disease. A Cyprus was previously removed and replaced with this
May 28, 2019
Pruning Succulent Plants - shaping, propagation or disease control
Got top heavy succulents? Pruning Succulent Plants isn't difficult - let me teach you...
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Want your succulents to survive the winter? Learn how to bring them indoors and be happy and healthy with this free e-course; Fill in your name and email address on the form below to enroll!
Winterizing Succulents E-Course
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