Ornamental vines offer many uses and varieties
Ornamental vines provide privacy screens and light shade on trellises. Cleopatra like varieties such as Clematis, Silver Lace or Fleece vine offer white to purple blooms. Jasmine, climbing roses, Wisteria and Trumpet Vine add fragrance or bold color. With strong support and training these vigorous vines thrive in heat and drought.
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Morcom Amphitheater of Roses Show Off Bay Area Color
The Morcom Amphitheater of Roses in Oakland features eight acres of blooms with 8000 bushes from May to December. Despite drought cutting water by 80 percent, staff under Rosarian Arnold Norte has produced two full crops on schedule among 400 varieties, drawing visitors for weddings and rose festival events. Reservations are accepted through the Oakland Office of Parks and Recreation. gardens are open daily with no admission charge.
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Best plants for high ceiling macrame displays
Sunlit and dampness challenges near the ceiling are eased by hardy low light plants. Syngonium and Pothos tolerate dry air and minimal care, thriving with infrequent watering. Marble Queen and Devil's Ivy relate. Marble Queen needs brighter light and less water, while Devil's Ivy adapts to low light but may fade variegation.
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Gardener’s Checklist For Late Season Planting
Spraying plants should reach leaf undersides to catch insects and diseases. Plant a final batch of Dahlia tubers for full bloom as earlier plantings die back. Cut back Chrysanthemums after flowering and transplant to the garden for a fall rebloom. Consider shade trees for hot spots from local nurseries. Plant tomatoes deeper in ground to prevent leggy growth as roots form from the stem.
The Green Look Keep Lawn Weeds Cut Advice by Lyle Peterson
Lyle Peterson reports on lawn care during drought conditions. He notes some homeowners let lawns die while most try to conserve water, though weeds proliferate and seeds spread. He urges frequent mowing, 2 to 4 inches height, and spot treatment with 2 4 0 to control broad leaf weeds.
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