Late October graced us with chilly mornings and warm but dry afternoons. As November dawns, however, I have heard the first ...
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How To Care for Begonias

Begonias need adequate sunlight, water and fertilization to thrive. The soil should be moist but not soggy and you should aim ...
Begonias don't have to be annuals, and can survive the winter, if you take the necessary preparations to protect them from ...
Central/eastern Oregon: Wrap the trunks of young, thin-barked trees (maples, aspen, ash) with paper tree wrap late in the ...
Understanding which bulbs need to be planted in fall and which need to be dug in fall can be confusing, so let’s review.
Should you pull annuals before winter or leave them in the ground? We asked gardening experts what to do before the cold ...
When winter is coming, it's time to start thinking about your outdoor begonia plants. Here's the correct way to transition ...
THIS week the Met Office predicted plummeting temperatures and ‘unsettled’ weather conditions – with the threat of -1C in the ...
Plants like caladiums, cannas, dahlias, elephant ears and gladiolus bring vibrant color and tropical flair to summer gardens. Unfortunately, they’re no match for our Midwestern winters. These plants, ...
Dear Master Gardener: I want to try to save my dahlia tubers this winter. What do I do? Answer: Overwintering dahlia tubers is a great way to enjoy your favorites year after year for free! The process ...
Now that the colder weather has arrived, it's important to start preparing your plants for the seasons ahead. Your begonias, no matter which type you have, will certainly need a helping hand. Although ...