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How to Protect a Queen Palm From a Freeze
Though palm trees evoke images of sunny beaches and tropical climates, many palm trees can withstand temperatures below freezing. For especially cold winters, palm trees need protection--the queen palm is no exception. Luckily for palm tree owners, a number of steps can be taken to protect a queen p
Petunia From Seeds
Raising petunias from seed may take a little work, but the results are well worth it. Grow your own, and you can choose from more flower colors and patterns than you can find in nursery transplants.
What Causes Yellow Leaves on House Plants?
Orchids can thrive as house plants, with the right care.orchid image by aga from Fotolia.comPlants, flowers and vegetables provide color and pleasure in both yards and gardens. For those who have restricted space or time, growing potted plants in the house can be equally rewarding. But...
How to Fix a Lawn That Is Overrun With Weeds and Crab Grass
Crabgrass and other weeds can quickly overrun a lawn when you neglect your grass. Within a few years you might not even be able find your grass, except in a patch here or there. If this is the problem you have with your lawn, do not give up. You can repair it with some time and effort. However, you
How to Grow Peach Trees in Oklahoma
Peach fruits ripen on peach trees (Prunus persica) anytime from June to September, depending on variety and the climate in your part of Oklahoma. Winters are colder and rainfall lower the farther west in the Sooner State you travel, and call for extra care when selecting, planting and maintaining he
How to Determine a Maytag Washer's Age
When deciding whether to repair or replace your Maytag washer, obtaining the age of the washer can help you make your decision. A washer that is more than 12 years old will most likely require numerous repairs, which makes purchasing a new washer a viable alternative. A quick look at the serial numb
How to Plant Buck Wheat
Buckwheat is primarily used in flour. Buckwheat is commonly used to make pancake mixes and for livestock feed, because it is high in protein. Because it cannot handle hot, dry climates, buckwheat is traditionally grown in northern states. Buckwheat can be grown in poor soils, however, and can be til
Can Crinum Take Shade?
Crinum lilies (Crinum spp.) grow from large bulbs that produce succulent roots and thick-stem necks from which the leaves emerge. For healthiest plants, grow crinums in a fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Popular Fruit Trees
More than 2,000 varieties of apples are grown in the United States, and apples are grown in all 50 states. They are one of the most valuable fruits grown in the United States, second only to oranges. The United States exported more than 30 million bushels of apples in 2005, and Americans ate more th
Where Do Wild Leeks Grow?
Wild leeks or ramps grow from bulbs and smell like onions. They develop leaves in the spring and grow flowers that bloom after the leaves die. People often collect wild leeks for the edible leaves and bulbs.
How to Root a Crown of Thorns
The crown of thorns is a popular herbaceous plant. This means its stems are succulent and not woody. The crown of thorns grows outdoors in warm climates and can also be grown indoor as a houseplant. It can be propagated readily by rooting stem cuttings, although a degree of caution is required: The
How to Preserve Lettuce in a Refigerator
Lettuce comes in many different varieties -- and it's a great base for salads -- but it can spoil quickly, even in the refrigerator. Oxygen and moisture cause vegetables, including lettuce, to brown and wilt. While many people wash their lettuce before they store it, the extra moisture can actually
How to Freeze Citrus Fruits
If you have a citrus tree, you may be overwhelmed with fruit during harvest time and on the lookout for ways to give away much of the fruit before it spoils. Instead of giving away the surplus, freeze a portion to enjoy after the fresh citrus is gone. Freezing requires special preparation of the fr
How to Graft Japanese Maple Cuttings
Some of the most sought-after cultivars of Japanese maple are propagated via grafting, which means joining two different plants together so they grow as one. Most Japanese maples can be successfully propagated from seed or cutting as well, but grafting is the more commercially reliable approach. Unf
Border Plants With Pygmy Palms
The pygmy date palm (Phoenix roebelinii) reaches heights of 6 to 12 feet. This slow-growing palm has dark, feathery fronds and small fruits that ripen from red to black. Pygmy date palms grow best in full sun to partial shade and tolerate a range of soils. When choosing border plants to complement a
How to Buy Discount Garden Seed Online
Most seed packets for your garden or container planting cost only a few dollars each at most, but those small costs can add up quickly. Ordering discount garden seed from online merchants helps you trim a little from your garden overhead without skimping on quality; if you choose your merchant caref
How to Grow Lyssianthus
Once you've seen a blooming Lisianthus you'll want to add it to your garden for its colorful bell-shaped flowers. Native to the south-central region of the United States where it is grown as a tender perennial, lisianthus (Eustoma Grandiflorum) is also known as Texas bluebell and prairie gentian. In
Flower Arranging Courses in South Carolina
Flower arrangingflowers image by cosca from Fotolia.comProfessional lower arrangements provide beautiful backdrops for weddings, memorials and other significant occasions. Flower arranging can also be a creative pastime for brightening your home. At South Carolina's community colleges,...
When to Mulch Carrots?
Mulching carrots helps conserve soil moisture, reduces weed growth and keeps down pest populations. Timing is critical to prevent disrupting the carrots' ability to emerge from the soil. Other considerations, such as the right type of mulch to use and how to properly apply the mulch, must be factore
Pre-Emergent Weed Killer & Vegetable Plants
Prevention is the best method of weed control when it comes to vegetable gardens. Once weeds have germinated and established themselves, there are very few chemical control options. There are two main active ingredients that are reliably safe and available to use to prevent pesky weeds from overcomi