I am writing an article for Homes & Gardens on deadheading portulaca, including whether it is needed, why you may do it, and tips for how to do the task.
I am looking to hear from experienced gardeners, and have included a few questions below:
Do you need to deadhead portulaca?
What are the main reasons to deadhead portulaca?
What tips do you have for deadheading portulaca?
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I am planning an article for Homes & Gardens on invasive shrubs to avoid planting in the US, and would love to hear from US-based gardeners and designers on the shrubs they would never advise planting, and why?
Plus, I’d love to get recommendations for native alternatives to plant instead.
I am putting together an article on plants that can cause severe damage to homes. Such as ones with deep roots that can damage foundations, climbers with spreading roots that can damage walls and masonry, and trees with extensive roots that can affect buildings and drains.
I am seeking experienced gardeners to reveal their picks for the worst plants that damage homes, and why. Plus any recommendations for alternatives that won’t cause so much damage.