Propagate guide

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Watering mastery

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Fertilizer mystery reveal

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Tips & tricks for cutting

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Plant pot secrets

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Common pests

Frequent diseases

Botanist’s tips

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Growing forget-me-nots will include watering those planted in drier areas. the true forget-me-not plant, myosotis scorpioides ( myosotis palustris ), is native to the united states, making it a low maintenance addition to the landscape.

Water

All plants require light for photosynthesis, the process within a plant that converts light, oxygen and water into carbohydrates (energy). Plants require this energy in order to grow, bloom and produce seed. Without adequate light, carbohydrates cannot be manufactured, the energy reserves are depleted and plants die. They need 12-14 hours of indirect sunlight.

Sunlight

The ideal blend of soil for plant growth is called loam. Often referred to as topsoil or black dirt by landscape companies, loam is a mixture of sand, clay, and silt.

Soil

Mix the recommended amount of liquid fertilizer and water in a watering can. Then simply pour the mix into the soil as if you're watering the plant.

Fertilizer

Trim out dead and damaged leaves any time, pinching off or cutting off each of those leaves at its base. Avoid cutting into a plant's main stems or its crown, which is where its leaves and roots meet.

Pruning

Preferred temperatures for planting are 68-72°F. Avoid freezing temperatures.

Temperature

Whether it be plastic or clay, make sure the pot you select has drainage holes in the bottom to prevent over-watering.