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How to plant chrysanthemum: planting, growing, and care

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How to plant chrysanthemum planting, growing, and care   There are many questions from friends: How to plant chrysanthemums ? Why do chrysanthemums become lighter? How to cover the chrysanthemums with a blanket in winter? When and why should I bury chrysanthemums in a ditch? Read about it in our article. The chrysanthemum is deservedly called the queen of autumn - because it blooms luxuriously until frost. But not every queen can boast of such resistance and character! The hardiest specimens can even bloom until mid-December, and if you move the flowering shrubs into pots in time, you have every chance of enjoying the chrysanthemum's blooms until Christmas! Chrysanthemums are also considered to be an ideal cut flower. If properly cared for, chrysanthemum bouquets can stay fresh for a full month. Chrysanthemums can easily handle long trips. It requires little care and is cold and drought tolerant. It seems that this flower is definitely self-sufficient. But some subtle care methods...

How to grow alyssum: planting and care

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  How to grow alyssum planting and care Alyssum is an elegant small flowering plant that appeared in our gardens and parks not too long ago, but its undeniable advantages make us hope that Alyssum's popularity will grow from year to year. It is hardy, beautiful, blooms profusely and, if properly cared for, can achieve the second wave of blooms in one season. So how to grow Alyssum and what makes it good? This article answers the question. In our article you will find information to help you with: understanding the species of the plant; planting Alyssum seedlings; planting in flower beds; proper care of the plant for the season; collecting seeds; preparing Alyssum for winter. PLANTING AND CARE OF ALYSSUM Planting: In-ground sowing early May or November. Seedling sowing in March or April. Seedling in the garden in late May or early June. Flowering: May to late autumn. Lighting: bright light or semi-shade. Soil: light, dry, fertile, well-drained soil of neutral or alkaline reaction. ...