One of the most common questions for beginner gardeners is whether lavenders or any variety of lavender is able to grow in shadier conditions. Lavenders do not grow well in the shade. Lavenders...
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Lavenders are native to Mediterranean countries and in order to successfully grow lavenders you must replicate the soil conditions of that region. Lavenders thrive in sandy, well-draining soil...
Hydrangeas thrive in friable, loam soil and soil that has a high organic content. The soil needs to hold moisture and have a light structure that drains well. If the soil is rich in nutrients you...
Hydrangeas can grow and produce luxuriant foliage and beautiful flower displays in pots. However, there are some specific care instructions for growing hydrangeas in pots (rather than in the...
Hostas can grow well in moderate clay soils if the planting area is amended with organic matter to a depth of 12 inches. In heavy clay, regular mulching is important to improve drainage and ease soil...
Whether you can grow hydrangeas under pine trees depends on the density of the tree's canopy. If the canopy is too thick it will deprive the hydrangea of sun and rainfall. If the canopy allows some...