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Grumpy helps a reader struggling with what to grow in their sun-drenched yard. Plus, Grumpy’s plant of the month.

You can expect the plants to take about six to seven years to reach their mature height. Azaleas are also a versatile option because you can choose different varieties and plant them in unique ways.

This dwarf rhododendron variety is another one with blooms that grow in round trusses that hold up to 20 flowers each. And these flowers really do offer a lovely show, with wavy dark pink edges ...

For rejuvenation, cut your azalea back severely in early spring. If you want to start over again with an old azalea that routine pruning won’t help, try cutting it back to within 6 to 12 inches ...

The label will read “azalea and other acid loving plants” and the analysis should be 12-4-8 or 15-5-15. The label will have more pertinent information which you should be sure to follow.

Encore azaleas are a popular addition to local gardens. (Special to the Democrat-Gazette) Q : I am retired now and would like to grow some wine grapes. I live in El Dorado.

Encore azaleas are a popular addition to local gardens. (Special to the Democrat-Gazette) Q : I am retired now and would like to grow some wine grapes. I live in El Dorado.

Varieties like 'Limelight' can be grown in Zone 9. Panicle hydrangeas come in a staggering array of varieties, but newer dwarf types are just right for foundation plantings. Give them four to six ...