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Reason for Hybrid Sterility
The reason for hybrid sterility is still in the analysis stage, but some facts have been noted on the subject. It appears that sterility is caused from the X chromosome. This sterility affects the male in most species who have the inability to form functional gametes. This is caused due to a disturb
How to Prune a Little Princess
Spiraea shrubs add texture to the landscape, and Little Princess (Spiraea japonica Little Princess) adds lovely pink flowers as well. Growing 4 feet in height, Little Princess is an easy-care deciduous shrub that tolerates various soils and is generally pest- and disease-resistant. Like any flowerin
Fungus on Zucchini Plants
Zucchini is a common vegetable garden crop for both professional and amateur growers. Fungus is undesirable on any garden plant, but gardeners may be particularly distressed to find bacterial growth on food crops. Identifying, treating and preventing fungus on zucchini plants helps maintain their he
How to Fertilize Sunflowers in Containers
Sunflowers are large, substantial flowers that bring brightness to container gardens and many cultivars produce seeds that benefit wildlife. Container-grown flowers subsist on a small amount of soil and limited nutrients. Though sunflowers are not heavy feeders when grown in the rich soil of fields
Can I Replant My Jasmine Plant During the Summer?
Jasmine is an attractive, aromatic flowering vine that makes an appealing addition to home gardens. Jasmine is a hardy, fast-growing plant, and large specimens can be replanted any time of the year including summer, according to Texas A&M University. If transplanting jasmine from a potted container
How to Transplant Apple Trees
Fresh apples, baked apples, apple pie, apple stuffing, Waldorf Salad---the rewards of growing apples are as endless as your imagination. Fresh or cooked, spiced or sweet, the apple is a perfect food---delicious, nutritious and versatile. Apple trees are easy to care for but call for specific growing
Why Is New Growth on Hydro Seedlings Yellow?
Plants grown in soil usually get the proper balance of nutrients delivered naturally. They benefit from direct sunlight, and they pull nutrients from organic material in the soil. Hydroponic plants do not benefit from natural organic material, thus they must receive the appropriate blend of nutrient
How to Plant a Small Root Ball Oak Tree
An oak tree can grow to be a large and beautiful fixture in your garden. Most gardeners purchase their oak trees from nurseries when they are already one to two years old and have established roots. These oak trees can sometimes have abnormally small root balls, which may cause problems during the y
Bamboo Plants Description
Bamboo is a plant that will give your yard or garden a unique and exotic look. While bamboo is very common, there is often much confusion about what exactly bamboo is.
Ideas for a Single Rose Bouquet
A single rose makes an elegant gift.rose rose image by Freddy Smeets from Fotolia.comA single rose bouquet makes an elegant yet simple gift for a friend or loved one. While the idea of a single rose bouquet might initially sound bland or uninteresting, there are many different stylized...
How to Get Rid of Moles in Grass
Moles are small mammals that spend most of their time digging beneath lawns in search of food. Although they don't eat plants for food, moles can kill plants and destroy grass root systems as they tunnel for insects and worms. Moles do eat some nuisance pests like grubs and can aerate the soil, but
Fruit Tree Pruning Suggestions
Pruning fruit trees is important for the overall health of the tree. It promotes good fruit growth and helps the tree fight off pest and disease problems as it ages. Pruning keeps the tree canopy open so sunlight reaches as many branches as possible and eliminates damaged wood that may cause problem
How to Grow Effective Hydroponics
Hydroponic gardening is the growing of vegetables without the use of soil. A hydroponic fertilizer, whose main ingredients are nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium, provides the plants with the nutrients they need to survive. The hydroponic fertilizer is mixed into water to make it available to the p
Checkerspot Butterfly Habitat
Various strains of the checkerspot butterfly can be found across North America but some varieties are in danger of becoming extinct due to dwindling habitat. Urban development, pesticides and extreme weather conditions have been blamed for decreasing populations along with the introduction of exotic
Sweet Onion Plants in Texas
Many varieties of sweet onions grow in Texas.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesOnions are one of Texas's leading crops. As of 2000, the state ranked sixth nationwide for onion production. Of Texas's many onion varieties, among the most popular are several kinds of sweet yellow onions....
Houseplants That Are Good for the Bedroom
Decorative floor plants bring life to a bedroom.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesHouseplants have many uses in a bedroom. Plants are an inexpensive way to decorate while they also help improve the air quality in a home. It is recommended to place a plant for every 10 square yards of...
What Type of Soil Does Arizona Have?
Almost every soil type is found in Arizona, with the exception of tropical soils. Arizona soils have a lot of clay and are very alkaline as a result. Beneath the surface soil there is often a very hard-to-penetrate layer called caliche. Another common soil type is called Casa Grande and probably cov
What Are the Products of Plant Respiration?
Get kids involved in planting the garden; it's an ideal science lesson.Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty ImagesPlant respiration is often one of the first life cycle progressions that people learn about in school. Plant slides are common for young people to study, as well as the germination of...
How to Grow Variegated Liriope Lilies
Variegated liriope is a flowering ornamental grass that produces purple flower tufts. While most of types of liriope have solid leaves some varieties have variegated leaves with a mixture of darker and lighter green. Liriope grows best in shade to partial sun and needs well drained moist soil. It's
How to Hydroponically Grow Ginger
Growing ginger hydroponically offers advantages over other methods of cultivation. The plant needs much less maintenance than if you were to grow it in soil, and relatively little space is necessary for the amount of harvest you will obtain. You must plant ginger from a piece of root (also called a