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Poppies make the world go round: transform your garden with the most easy-care flowers of all

Article Abstract:

Eight varieties have been developed from the native California poppy which is an annual. Perennial poppies include the Oriental poppy strain and the Iceland poppy species. The various attributes of the varieties are discussed. Tip on growing poppies are given as well as a list of sources.

Varieties, Poppies

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Get some color out there early with these 16 frost fighting flowers

Article Abstract:

Flowers, such as poppies and Bells-of Ireland, can have their seeds planted near the end of winter. The calendula also has a tendency to resume blossoming the following winter. Growing tips are provided to insure their color lasts until spring and summer blooms appear.

Growth, Plants in winter

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Fall ... into spring flowers

Article Abstract:

Many flowers should be given a first planting in late fall and a second planting in early spring. The flowers to plant depend upon the agricultural region. A list of sources is included.

Organic gardening

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