Moth Orchid Care Instructions

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In forests, moth orchids (Phalaenopsis spp.) grow without soil attached to tree trunks and limbs without becoming parasites. They take advantage of the high support to access sunlight and to draw moisture from the air through their exposed roots. These plants produce long-lasting flowers in late win

Fall Planting of Irish Moss

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Irish moss, or sagina, grows in luxurious, low mounds that spread quickly. This perennial, also known as Scotch moss, isn't actually a moss but a type of seaweed. It has small, pale green, lance-shaped leaves and, in the summer, tiny white flowers. It is beautiful in rock gardens, between stepping s

How to Store Elephant Ear Bulbs for the Winter

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Elephant ear plants, or caladiums, produce large leaves shaped much like an elephant ear. Depending on the variety, the foliage can be green or it may feature red, pink, white or yellow variegations. Elephant ears grow well in shaded areas of the garden, but they cannot tolerate winter freezing. The

The Benefits of Succession Planting

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Succession planting increases the abundance of vegetables.Basket of Garden Vegetables image by Karin Lau from Fotolia.comSuccession planting refers to the practice of planting vegetables at intervals. One technique involves planting the same crop, such as corn, at 2 to 3 week intervals to...

British Soil Types

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Know your soil type.Dry soil - ecology problem image by Pavel Bernshtam from Fotolia.comSoil is the reservoir of nutrition for your plants. It consists of rock fragments, organic matter, mineral particles and water. An easy test identifies which kind of soil is present in your garden and...

How to Use a Plant Light

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Plant lights are indispensable for starting early seedlings for your garden while the winter still rages outside. They can boost the indoor light from a sunny window, allowing tropical plants --- even citrus fruit trees --- to grow and produce all year long. They can ensure that your African violets

Bt for Tomato Plants

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Bacillus thuringiensis paralyzes caterpillars' digestive tracts. This soil bacteria, commonly called Bt, attacks leaf-feeding caterpillars, grubs, bag worms, gypsy moth larvae and tent caterpillars. A newly engineered strain that kills black fly, gnat and mosquito larvae is said to be specialized an

My Tree Is Losing Leaves at the Top

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Tree leaf loss indicates a problem of some kind. There are numerous factors that contribute to premature defoliation of a tree, and issues such as disease and environmental conditions often work in tandem when leaf loss is involved. Identifying the causes of premature leaf loss starting at the crown

How to Kill Ants With Borax

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Once ants start infesting your house, they can be very hard to get rid of. Ants come in from outside and get into your kitchen, bathroom or other rooms where food or water might be. Any food left in the sink, on countertops or on floors will soon be crawling with ants and no matter how often you squ

Tordon Stump Killer Directions

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The Tordon RTU specialty herbicide is a ready-to-use brush and tree stump killer. This chemical effectively kills stumps and woody brushes found around fence lines, non-cropland areas and roadsides. The Tordon stump killer is premixed and features a no-freeze formula for year-round applications. It

How to Build Upside-Down Planters

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Upside-down planters are becoming very popular among gardeners. They allow you to save space in your yard. They also keep your plants from touching the ground, insuring that there is less chance that insects or diseases will damage your plants. There is no need to purchase upside-down planters when

How to Cut Sunflowers for Regrowth

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Sunflowers are decorative garden plants that produce edible seed heads. There are several varieties of sunflowers, from dwarf plants to giant sunflowers. Each variety produces vibrant, yellow blossoms. Pruning or trimming a sunflower can control its height and encourage the plant to produce new grow

How to Get a Flower for Damien Salt in "Epic Mickey"

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When you travel to Ventureland in "Epic Mickey," your goal is to obtain a special item from a pirate named Damien Salt. Damien says he will gladly give you what you want, but you must help him first. He longs to win the heart of Henrietta the cow, and to do so, you have to collect a bouquet of flowe

Empress Tree Information

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Empress trees (Paulownia tomentosa) are also referred to as princess trees and originated in China. This tree has become distributed throughout Asia and the eastern United States. The empress tree yields a wood with a close grain that has become increasingly popular for use in crafts and the manufac

Animals & Plants in Pond Biomes

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Pond, or freshwater, biomes represent one of the three major types of biomes on Earth, in addition to terrestrial and marine. Freshwater ponds and lakes make habitable environments for many species of plants, fish and animals due to the abundance and diversity of food and abundant shelter. Ponds exi

Care of Potted Cactus

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Cacti are succulent plants native to North and South America, although they also are found in many dry environments such as deserts and tropical rain forests. Cacti survive long periods of drought by storing water in their thick stems, and a waxy coating aids in preventing evaporation of the stored

When to Prune a Chaste Tree

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A Southern staple for warm-weather landscapes, the chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) has showy, upward-pointing spikes of pink, lavender or white flowers in spring or summer. It makes a fine substitute for zones that won't support lilacs, but the chaste tree often becomes twiggy and rather wild witho

Mulberry Trees & Bugs

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Mulberry trees (Morus spp.) vary greatly in their size, ranging from 20 to over 60 feet. Hardy and adaptable to many different types of soil, these attractive, fast-growing, deciduous trees are primarily used as shade or ornamental trees. Although some mulberries produce small, sweet fruit, they ten

What Type of Glue Do You Use on a Flower Pot?

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Flowerpots are made of terracotta, which is a type of fired clay. Terracotta is easily recognized by its rusty red tinge and is typically unglazed with a matte finish. Terracotta flowerpots are porous and should be glued together or objects should be glued to the pot with adhesives intended for glui

Mushrooms That Grow in Cellars

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The main varieties of mushrooms can be grown at home.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesThe health risks involved in eating wild harvested mushrooms are well known. Yet many mushroom varieties are quite expensive to buy at the store. A third method of acquiring them is to grow your own....