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How to Prune Tomatoes to Sprout
Pruning tomato plants reduces the number of unwanted parts of the plant and helps to force the plant to grow new branches. Pruning the plant will help keep the plant shorter and more dense, as opposed to tall and spindly. Branches that are not forming blooms or bearing tomatoes can also be removed,
Plants That Can Stand Water
Buckeye bottlebrush shurbs bring texture to areas with wet soil.bottlebrush 24. image by mdb from Fotolia.comSome homeowners struggle with how to landscape areas of their yard where the soil remains wet throughout much of the year. Landscaping water-logged soil requires homeowners to...
The Advantages of Roses
Roses are among the most popular flowers used for special occasions, floral decorating and as gifts. Nearly every florist sells roses and gardeners can grow them outdoors to naturally beautify their homes. When compared to other flowers, roses have some distinct, practical advantages that have contr
Western Red Lily Facts
The western red lily is a perennial plant native to North America that is known for its showy flowers. In Saskatchewan, Canada, in 1941, the western red lily was chosen as its official flower and is featured on its provincial flag.
Ivy & Kalanchoe Plants
Both ivy and kalanchoe are commonly used by gardeners, outdoors and indoors. They are both relatively easy to look after, in terms of low pruning requirements and being tolerant of drought once established. Both are poisonous if the leaves are ingested.
Pine Trees for Timber
Identify pine trees by examining the needles and pinecones.pine tree image by pershing from Fotolia.comPine trees belong to the pinaceae family with more than 115 different varieties, some growing as tall as 200 feet tall. Identify pine trees based on their scaly trunk bark, the type of...
How to Grow Cucumbers in a Small Space
The cucumber plant (Cucumis sativus) is a warm-weather annual that produces green, elongated, melon-like fruit. A member of the gourd family, the cucumber originated in India and is now grown in gardens throughout the world. The fruit is usually eaten fresh or pickled for later consumption. There ar
How to Create a Style for a Ficus Ginseng Plant
Ginseng Ficus, known botanically as Ficus retusa or the Ficus microcarpa, is a semitropical evergreen also commonly called pot belly ficus. The species is native to Malaysia and other regions of Southeast Asia. Ginseng ficus sports deep green, oval leaves that sprout from spreading gnarled branches.
Vegetables That Self-Propagate
One of the best things about growing your own food is that, if you pick the right vegetables, they come back year after year with no additional expense to you. Self-propagating vegetables are not only a money saver, they are delicious additions to the table. Some vegetables are extremely hardy; some
How to Get Rid of Moles With Peppermint Oil
Moles are a common pest in gardens and lawns. They are a vermin that can be difficult to remove if they have a well-established habitat on your property. Many techniques, devices and chemicals have been used to eliminate moles. Peppermint oil is a safe nontoxic remedy that is easy to use. It can als
What Is the Meaning of Asiatic & Oriental Lilies?
Lilies are true bulbs that grow throughout the Northern Hemisphere. They are generally hardy throughout the United States and southern Canada. Most horticulturists divide lilies into five groups: Asiatic lilies, Oriental lilies, Tiger lilies, Trumpet lilies, and Turk's Cap lilies. Many h
How to Install a Root Barrier
Planning a garden also requires that you take into consider the growth habits of the plants and trees, along with surrounding structure. Installing a root barrier around invasive plants helps control spread and growth in unwanted areas. A root barrier also forces trees to produce a deep root system,
How to Use Silver Birches As Sound Barriers
In the right location, silver birch make fine specimen trees and are also planted in groupings, as a privacy and sound barrier. Their finest attribute is the shiny silver bark that peels in layers, forming a gray fringe on the tree. Unfortunately, silver birch are sensitive to environmental conditio
What to Do When Worm Farm Soil Is Done
Because commercial fertilizer and compost may be expensive, many people choose to "grow" their own, using compost piles and worm farms. Keeping a worm farm is straightforward and rewarding, and it may provide a consistent source of organic compost for the yard. Gardeners, though, must know how and w
Wilty Tomato Plants
Tomato plants can wilt and droop from a variety of causes. These causes range from a simple lack of water to any of several destructive viruses or bacterial infections.
How to Neutralize Soil Where Ice Melt Killed Grass
Every winter, homeowners buy and apply ice-melt products to keep their sidewalks and driveways safe. The choices are between urea and salt, crystals and liquids. These products eliminate the ice problem, but can spell trouble for the lawn. Most ice melts have a high pH level, and this burns the lawn
Creative Uses for Grapevines
Dried grapevine molds into a simple but beautiful wreath.Wild Grapevine image by Empath from Fotolia.comGrapevines are a popular decorating foliage that are versatile for any season, and the garlands can be fashioned into a number of home decor items. The simple, rustic elegance of a...
How to Spread Pine Straw
Gardeners searching for an effective and attractive mulch often choose pine straw, both for its affordability and easy application. Pine straw mulch is simply dry pine needles collected from pine trees. When you apply pine straw as a mulch around flowers, shrubs and vegetables, the pine straw will i
How Do Aloe Vera Plants Reproduce?
Aloe vera plants are popular succulents used as houseplants. They are propagated through offsets, seeds or cuttings. Offsets and cuttings can be taken from aloe vera plants at any time without harming the parent plant.
Care for Flowering Fuchsia Plant
Fuchsias plants do best in temperature between 60 and 70 degrees F, and in nights between 50 and 60 degrees F. Fuchsias originated in Mexico, Argentina and Chile. The flowers grow well in containers and hanging baskets, and they typically have two color tones that make them exotic in appearance. The