How to Fertilize Flowering Trees

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Regular fertilizing is essential for the home owner, who usually makes sure to fertilize the garden and lawn but frequently forgets trees can also benefit. Just like plants, trees depend on water, air, sunshine and very specific minerals and nutrients present in the soil for normal, healthy growth.

Yellow Tea Rose History

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Tea roses are considered, by some rose gardeners, as being the most valued for their form and flowers. Roses in the tea family range in shades from red to pink to yellows and pale blushes.

How to Plant a Fresh Pineapple Top

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Native to Southern Brazil, pineapple plants are a tropical species that cannot tolerate temperatures below 28 degrees F. For this reason, U.S. pineapple plants grow in Southern Florida and Southern California where frost is not a worry. If you have a fresh pineapple top, grow a new pineapple right i

Mosquito & Mole Repellent From Castor Bean Plants

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The castor bean plant grows to be up to 15 inches tall with proper care. It has unusual leaves that contain alkaloids, which repel most garden pests. Gardeners often cultivate the plant in strategic areas to minimize pest problems.

Fun Facts on the Flowering Cherry Tree

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The flowering cherry tree is synonymous with friendship and is a symbol of spring. The blossoms are larger than those on the domestic fruiting cherry, covering the trees with white blossoms for a couple of weeks. Japan has been the major contributor to the now millions of trees spread across the U.S

How do I Start Hydrangeas From Cutting?

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Hydrangeas are shrubs that produce flowers in tight clusters at the tips of their canes. A hydrangea's most distinctive feature is that its blossoms change color depending on the pH of the soil. Soil that contains a low pH rating and a high content produces blue flowers, while soil that is high in p

Can Spanish Moss Survive Indoors?

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A tiny bromeliad that grows in long, leafy strands, Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) appreciates moving air, high humidity and warm temperatures. If these conditions are met indoors, Spanish moss prospers with little effort. It makes a nice companion for orchids or tropical hanging baskets.

Sea Island Cotton History

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Sea Island Cotton, known for its long silky fibers, strength and softness, is the common name for Gossypium barbadense. It is also known as Extra Long Staple (ELS) Cotton, Pima Cotton, Creole Cotton and Egyptian Cotton. G. barbadense is a native American species, first discovered in Peru.

Grants for Fighting Pine Beetles

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Pine Beetle eradication grants help save pine forests.Pine Trees image by Antonio Oquias from Fotolia.comAccording to the National Science Foundation, several species of pine beetles are destroying the nation's pine forests and endangering the environment. Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi...

How to Make Flowers out of Polyester

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Attractive faux flowers can be created from polyester fabric that has been treated with a fabric stiffener. The flowers, coordinated to the decor, can brighten up a coffee table when placed in a vase. Artificial polyester flowers can also be sewn to the brim a straw hat or sewn to the front of a pai

Zone 5 Spring Bulbs

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Tulips grow well in zone 5.Hilary Brodey/Photodisc/Getty ImagesUSDA hardiness planting zone 5 stipulates that the coldest temperatures will reach -10 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit. Any spring bulb that is hardy enough to grow in planting zones 1 to 5, will grow well in planting zone 5....

Information on the Cypress Tree

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The common name cypress belongs to two groups of the Cupressaceae family: Cupressa and Chamaecyparis. Chamaecyparis sometimes bears the common name false cypress. These evergreen trees have long been cultivated for gardens, and taxonomical classification is clouded because of cultivars created for c

The Peat Moss Environment

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Peat moss is a mass of decomposed, dried plants harvested from a wet, boggy area. This lightweight material is valued for its ability to hold water and increase the acidity of the soil it is used to amend. Peat moss bogs store carbon dioxide gleaned from the air. This reduces the carbon level in the

Dogwood Pests

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Dogwoods, members of the genus Cornus, are small ornamental trees or large shrubs. Dogwood plants are frequently affected by insect pests but damage is rarely severe unless the specimen is in full sun and has limited water or is under similar stress. Proper site selection, preparation and cultural p

Low Water Shrubs

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The shrubs able to handle dry conditions often have adaptations such as thick roots or an elaborate root system that gets as much water from the surrounding soil as possible. Shrubs suitable for low water scenarios include some native types, but also others originating from other continents. The dry

How Long Do the Seed Pods Bloom After Being Planted in the Aerogarden?

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Aerogardens are hydroponic garden systems, meaning rather than growing plants in soil, the system uses a filtrated nutrient-growing solution for the plants' roots. Seeds are carefully nestled into tiny seed grow pods situated into openings in the system. The nutrient solution flows through the grow

When to Prune Almond Trees

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Pruning almond trees will improve their structural integrity and prevent limb breakage, establish tree shape, permit easy access for equipment and ensure tree health and longevity. Proper pruning of almond trees will also help to ensure a high-quality yield. Almond tree pruning should be based upon

How to Create a Calla Lily Centerpiece

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Calla lilies are an elegant flower that really need nothing more than a beautiful vase to show them off. If you'd like to do something a little more sophisticated, create a calla lily centerpiece with roses and gerbera daisies. The calla lilies command attention since they're in the center of this b

Why Are Mushrooms & Fungus Growing in the Landscape?

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Mushrooms and other fungi growing in your lawn and garden can be a nuisance. While most species that grow in your yard are benign, a few poisonous species can crop up, creating a risk for your children and pets.

Flowering Tropical Trees

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Angel's trumpet features pendulous flowers.Coeur de brugmansia 2 image by sylbohec from Fotolia.comIn a tropical garden flowering trees can have a colorful impact that stands out among a sea of green vegetation. Trees native to tropical areas hardly ever receive frost or freezing...