Flowers
Reply:Find a nice place of soil to plant them. Plant the seed the right way up. give them a lot of sunlight and water.water them often and wallah u have some Flowers enjoy
Reply:How to Grow Forget-Me-Not
Biennials, Perennials, Boraginacae
For coveted garden coolness, forget-me-not cannot be beat. And the tiny, true blue flowers with yellow centers are so lovely, blooming above hairy leaves and stems! Colors include blue, white, and pink.
Forget-Me-Nots make a wonderful carpet or ground cover under taller plants or small deciduous trees, and looks best planted in large "pools" or masses.
Send or give Forget-Me-Nots as a sign of true love or friendship.
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Propagation:
Forget-Me-Not are started from seed. Directly seed Forget-Me-Nots into your flower garden after all danger of frost. Or, for earlier blooms, start them indoors a few weeks before the last frost in your area.
Sow seeds after all danger of frost. Cover lightly with 1/8" of garden soil. Space them 4-5 inches apart and thin seedlings to 10" apart.
Perennial Forget-Me-Nots can be propagated by separating clumps of established plants.
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How to Grow Forget-Me-Not:
Forget-Me-Nots are easy to grow. They will bloom profusely in shady areas and do not require a lot of attention. They prefer shade, but will do well in sun, too. They grow well in average soils but the soil should be kept moist.
Add a general purpose fertilizer once or twice a season.
They may need mulching for winter protection in northern areas, or grow them as a biennial.
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Insect and Disease:
Insects and disease are not too common. If problems arise, treat early with insecticides or fungicides as appropriate.
Tulips, the King of Bulbs
No doubt about it. Everybody loves 'em. That's why most homeowners grow at least a few of these attractive, easy to grow bulbs that herald the arrival of spring.
Everyone knows that tulips bloom in abundance in the spring. Every gardener, except perhaps the novice gardener, knows that spring blooming tulips must be planted in the Fall.
Did you know? There are early, mid, and late blooming varieties of tulips. Make sure you consider this when planting your bulbs. You do want a continuous bloom in the spring, don't you!?
Tulips come in a huge variety of bright colors, including white, yellow, pink, red, black, purple , orange, bicolors, and more. There are a profusion of mixed colors to select from, too. The true tulip grower creates a work of art in planting the tulip bed. Some tulip beds are truely a masterpiece, only limited by your imagination.
Size does matter! And in the world of tulips, it's all measured in the circumference of the bulb. This is where the energy is stored for next year's bloom. The bigger the bulb (in circumference), the bigger the bloom. So, when you buy tulip bulbs at discount stores, chances are your are getting what you pay for. If you want the biggest, best blooms, look for quality, name brand bulbs.
Tip: After blooming, let the plant continue to grow until it dies off. During the post bloom period, the plant is sending energy to the bulb to store for use next spring.
The Origin of Tulips Everybody knows that tulips come from Holland, right!? ....wrong. Actually, Tulips are native to Central Asia and Turkey. In the 16th Century they were brought to Holland from Turkey, and quickly became widely popular. They became so wildly popular, that "Tulipmania" occurred in Holland in the 17th century. People traded tulip bulbs for literally a fortune. More on Tulipmania.
Tulips are cultivated in Holland in great numbers ,and in huge fields. Today Dutch bulbs, including tulips and daffodils, are exported around the world.
Like other bulbs, Tulips should be stored in a cool, well ventilated area. The garage in summer is definitely not the place to keep tulip bulbs. Many an inexperienced gardener has pulled up bulbs, and kept them in the garage until fall planting, only to find, dried up bulbs a few months later.
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Forcing Tulips
Tulips can be forced to bloom indoors winter months. When you buy bulbs in the fall, save a few to try this fun and easy indoor garden activity. A few bulbs are planted in a flower pot. The pot is then "chilled" or set in the cold for a few weeks. After a few weeks, the pot is brought indoors, and Voila, the tulips will grow and bloom indoors.
How to Grow Sunflower
Some folk see a Sunflower as a flower. Others see it as a vegetable. It is of course both, a beautiful flower and a great vegetable! Healthy, nutritious and attractive, Sunflowers have it all. That is probably why sunflowers have spread from their native home in North America, and are grown around the world!
As homeowners, we adorn our yards and gardens with our choice of dozens of sizes and varieties. We use it to attract birds to our homes. We also enjoy eating the seeds. They are high in protein. Sunflowers are popular as a cooking oil, too.
Sunflowers are also great for kids. The seeds are big and easy to handle, and they require minimal attention. Kids like to grow big things, so a sunflower fits the bill. The end product is not only eye appealing, but makes a great snack. We put Sunflowers, along with pumpkins, as the top two plants for kids to grow.
Did you know?: Sunflowers can grow over 20 feet tall, and their blooms over two feet in diameter? Fall festivals often include competition for the tallest sunflower. Giant Sunflower competitions are a regular at most giant pumpkin weigh-offs.
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Varieties:
Sunflowers are basically separated by size. The giant varieties growing over ten feet. Regular sunflowers typically grow from six to ten feet. Miniatures are gaining in popularity as borders. They are very prevalent in Asia and grow two to four feet.
Some varieties of sunflowers have one big head or flower. They are usually the giant varieties. Other large headed varieties, have a few much smaller heads form on lower branches. Some varieties have multiple heads. These are typically mid sized sunflowers, and are perfect for flower gardens in attracting birds.
Seeds from sunflowers are usually a dark brown to black, or large, medium grey and white striped. The latter being most popular for eating due to their large size. Don't worry over selection. The birds will eat ample quantities of both, and so will you. Whether you are feeding the wildlife or not, there are plenty of wildlife that enjoy sunflower. They include all sorts of birds of course, squirrels, and rodents.
Did you know? If you have a pet hamster,mouse, gerbil or bird, a few sunflower seeds in their diet is a nice treat.
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Sowing:
Sunflowers are best sown outdoors directly into the garden. After planting, cover them with a screen as the birds and animals love to dig the seeds out. You can also start them in a seedbed and transfer them when they are small.
If you plant sunflowers indoors, use individual peat pots. Start two to three weeks before the last frost date for your area. Plant one or two seeds per pot, thinning to one before planting outdoors.
If you grow them to feed the birds, look for seedlings growing near the base of last year's crop. They can be left to grow, or transplanted to another location.
Whether you plant directly outdoors or transplant them, make the final spacing as follows:
Giants: Space three feet apart in rows three to four feet apart.
Regular/Intermediate sizes: Space two feet apart in rows three feet apart.
Miniatures: Space one foot apart in rows three feet apart.
For individual planting, put the seedling or seeds in just about any sunny location. Plant either individual, in groups, or in patterns. Make sure they are visible from your deck, porch and windows.
Did you know? Sunflowers always point their blooms or face to the rising sun in the East. Keep this in mind as you determine where to plant them.
Tip: Miniatures make great borders or edging plants in flower gardens.
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Days to Maturity:
70 to 90 days or more, depending upon the variety. Read the package for the specific time for the variety you acquire.
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How to Grow:
Sunflowers grow in most soils. They need to grow their roots deep and wide ,to enable them to withstand strong winds. If you have a choice, sandy soils are not recommended as they are easily uprooted in loose soil. Rich soil is always helpful, but not an absolute requirement for the big and strong plant.
Contrary to it's name, we found they will tolerate some shade as we put them against an east wall of our house every year.
Deep roots help sunflowers to withstand most droughts. They will benefit from a douse of fertilizer when you apply it to the rest of your garden. Apply extra phosphorus and potassium when the flower bud begins to develop, to promote bigger blooms.
Tip: If you are crowded for space, plant one or two sunflowers amidst your vine crops. One or two will not seriously shade the vines. Make sure not to plant them near their tap roots for the vines.
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Harvesting:
Harvest the seed after the flower begins to die back, and most if not all, of the petals have fallen off. Pull out a seed and open it to see if it is full. Cut off the head, leaving a few inches of stalk. Hang the stalks to dry in a well ventilated area. Do not stack them in a box, as mold can develop during the drying process. As soon as the flowers have dried, extract the seeds by rubbing two flower heads together. They should come out fairly easily.
Sunflowers are also used as dried flowers in vases and for craft projects. They can be cut just before the flowers die off and dried over a few weeks. Miniature sunflowers make lovely fresh bouquets also. For craft projects, it is important to leave a sufficient amount of stalk.
Peak harvest time is actually a little late if you want the whole crop. The birds and squirrels will begin their assault before the seeds are completely ripe. While we enjoy sharing this crop with wildlife, you can protect against this annual invasion by covering the entire flower with an old nylon stocking, a cheese cloth bag, or any other covering that allows light and especially air to flow through. Do not use plastic bags as moisture buildup will rot the flower and heat buildup will scald it. Some people will put a bag below the flower to catch any seeds that fall.
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Insects and Pests:
The birds and squirrels are the primary invaders for your Sunflower crop. Fortunately, most insects are not a problem. Occasionally, ants enjoy the nectar from the flower. They are no real threat to the seeds.
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Disease:
Sunflowers seldom have disease problems. Score another point for an easy to grow and enjoyable plant!
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Hardiness:
Sunflowers are an annual. They can withstand a mild frost. However, cover your seedlings if a hard spring freeze is anticipated.
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Reply:I love floweres but I suck at starting them from seedlings...so I go to a greenhoues and pick out the flowers that I want...I have found that my flowers grow much better and last longer if I plant them in the rain...sounds weird...but it works..... good luck
Reply:Take a walk around your neighbourhood and see what is growing that will help you identify plants that will do well in your area. You may also be able to ask for some cuttings from neighbours, get a stock rooting powder from you local nursery (plant store) to help roots establish and away you go...this keeps the costs of plants down. Goodluck :-)make up
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