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How to Grow a Date Palm Plant
The Date Palm is a fruit-bearing palm tree that grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9 to 11, or in areas where the average annual minimum temperature is at least 25 degrees F. Native to northern Africa, the date palm tree is tolerant of dry conditions, but thrives when watered regularly. With i
The Relationship Between Yucca Plants & Tegeticula
The Yucca genus consists of around 40 species of flowering succulents native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. Yuccas are typified by their dense rosettes of lancelike fibrous green leaves and their long spires of waxy, white, bell-shaped blossoms. Yuccas have a special relationship with
Tips on Growing Wisteria Vines: Rubra Wisteria
Wisteria is a climbing plant that produces twining vines. "Rubra" wisteria are romantic, old-fashioned, flowering vines that readily wrap their tendrils around any nearby object, creating dazzling vertical displays of fragrant, scarlet flowers, silvery-green foliage and velvety seed pods. However, t
How to Sprout Seeds for a Vegetable Garden
Moisture, soil, heat and light are required for germination, the process that allows vegetable seeds to sprout and become seedlings. Sprouting vegetable seeds early is one of the surest and easiest ways to get a head start on the growing season. For gardeners who live in regions where spring is ofte
How to Transplant Hostas in Iowa
Hostas are a large, leafy and decorative perennial plant found in many home gardens. Hostas are low maintenance, but on occasion may need to be transplanted or divided up when they get too large. Transplanting hostas is easy in Iowa, but keep in mind that the soil must be prepared before the hosta i
How to Grow Shaped Carrots
Create carrots that are the life of the party and leave guests talking for months by planning ahead and molding them into unique shapes as they grow. Carrots, like other vegetables, are soft and malleable during the growing stage. It is not until they reach maturity when they develop the hard outer
Bulb Planting Schedule
Planting bulbs will give a wonderful return on your investment as they continue to grow for years and years to come. Most bulbs bloom in the spring, although there are some that bloom in summer, and others that bloom in early fall. Knowing when and where to plant your bulbs is an important part of t
Red Bumps on the Leaves of My Maple Tree
Maple tree leaves often develop tiny, mushroom-shaped bumps. These growths are most common on silver maples, but red and sugar maples experience them as well. The bumps emerge pale green from the leaves' surfaces before deepening to red. While unsightly, especially on trees grown primarily for their
How to Air-Graft Pear Trees
Pear trees produce sweet, soft-fleshed fruit that falls in the "pome" family along with apples. Most fruit trees are grafted onto compatible root stock. This is because they do not produce "true" if grown by seed; seedlings also take a long time to mature. Air grafting is a practice where a plant st
How to Cover Shrubs in Burlap
If April showers bring May flowers, then the cold and snow that arrives toward the end of the year can ruin your garden and landscape. While some plants will die for the winter and return anew in spring, others need protection during the winter months to avoid dying forever. Wrapping your shrubs in
What Is the Meaning of Biological Pest Control?
Biological pest control is a component of integrated pest management aimed at reducing the local population of agricultural pests through the selective introduction of biological antagonists in the form of a pathogen, parasite or predatory insect.
Uses of White Poplar
White poplars make good shade trees.poplar trees image by david hughes from Fotolia.comWhite poplar trees can grow to 70 feet high, although many top out at about 40 feet. The wood is lightweight and the bark ranges from white-green to silvery in hue, explains the University of Illinois...
Acorus Calamus Benefits
Acorus calamus or "sweet flag" is a semi-aquatic plant native to parts of North American as well as eastern Asia and Siberia. It is one of only two Acorus species. Since ancient times, the leaves and rhizomes of sweet flag have been used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes.
Are Dead Trees Seasoned Wood?
When building a fire, choosing the right type of wood ensures the fire burns properly. In a survival situation, it may be necessary to burn any available wood. Homeowners may want to know if they can burn dead trees. Depending on the state of the wood, dead trees are seasoned wood.
Keys to Plant Identification
Whether you're growing a garden or want to plant a few trees in your yard, it's important to know how to identify the plants in which you may be interested in. Identification factors include the size and colors of the plants, as well as the requirements for keeping your garden looking its best.
Indoor Plants for Shade
Low light houseplants beautify a shaded space with color and life.Jupiterimages/Goodshoot/Getty ImagesHouseplants can fill a space with life and color. Many of the easiest plants to grow indoors require moderate to very low light, making them perfect for shaded areas of your home. Easy...
How to Propagate Poncirus Trifoliata
Poncirus trifoliata and Citrus trifoliata are synonymous scientific names for the trifoliate orange, a species of fruit-bearing tree closely related to common citrus species such as lemons, oranges and lime. It is sometimes grown as a hedging plant for its heavily branched growth habit and spiny twi
How to Grow Seedless Grape Vines
Many seedless grape varieties grow well in home gardens. Seedless grapes require the same site selection and care as regular grapes. Seedless grape vines need plenty of space to grow and need a trellis or some other structure to support the plant. Seedless grapes are ideal table grapes and are also
The Best Plants & Trees for Zone 9
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's plant hardiness Zone 9 stretches across much of the southern United States, from Hawaii, California and Arizona to Texas and Florida. Average annual low temperatures in this relatively warm region reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants and trees for zone 9 must be a