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Bugs in the Ceiling
Homeowners often find a variety of bugs inside their homes, especially during the spring and summer months. The attic is a favorite hiding place for many species of insects, and you may discover bugs swarming in your ceiling. Bat bugs, bedbugs and cluster flies are all known to hide in ceilings and
About Bamboo
A common feature in Asian folklore, bamboo is one of the most recognizable plants in the world. Bamboo is a member of the true grass family. Bamboo comes in many varieties that grow at different rates and have different properties. It is known for being the fastest growing woody plant in the world.
The Best Place to Grow Vegetables in North Carolina
Planting a vegetable garden can be a joy, but also requires specific timing and preparation. In North Carolina, USDA Growing Zones 6 to 8 make it easy to grow all vegetables if the gardener takes the right precautions.
Variegated Ivy Leaves Are Wilted
Ivy vines create an attractive effect in almost every type of landscaping. Ivy comes in a variety of leaf shapes and sizes and in variegated forms that add texture and interest to trellises and outdoor structures. Ivy is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and requires little maintenance, but it can
How to Fertilize Bearded Iris
A spring perennial, bearded iris feature three upright petals interspersed with three downward petals, or falls, topped with fuzzy yellow "beards." The plants grow up to 3 feet tall, though miniature varieties may be no higher than 6 inches. The flowers open in late spring to early summer, but the g
How to Move a Magnolia Tree
The magnolia, a flowering tree, grows native in parts of southeastern Asia and the eastern United States. With approximately 80 different species, magnolias are favored by gardeners as low-maintenance, hardy and pest-resistant trees. The average homeowner can move a small magnolia tree, but larger m
Difference Between a Tree & a Shrub
Trees and shrubs are types of woody perennial plants used extensively in landscaping. There is no single definition that differentiates a shrub from a tree, but several general guidelines are often used to distinguish between them.
How to Decorate With Fresh Fruits
Decorating with fruit will give your home a touch of vibrant color and a fresh look. Customize the decor piece by choosing brightly hued produce such as strawberries, pineapple and grapes. Use fruit to create festive, seasonal centerpieces or coffee table displays. Fresh fruit party table decor can
Care of a Dwarf Banana Tree
Bananas are a long time favorite tropical plant grown for their decorative foliage and edible fruits. Dwarf cultivars have been developed for indoor growing and container growing. Many dwarf varieties produce edible fruits including the "dwarf cavendish," which is very similar to the bananas sold at
What Does a Casablanca Lily Look Like?
The casablanca lily is an Oriental lily hybrid. The lily blooms in mid- to late summer and can be grown in hardiness zones 4 to 8.
Will Tree Leaves Grow After Frost Damage in the Spring?
A mild, warm spring coaxes trees to swell and unfurl their leaf buds. An untimely late frost or bout with subfreezing temperatures burns or fully kills the tender new leaves. If the plant is healthy and not severely weakened by disease or drought, new leaves are produced.
How to Care for Rubber Plants
The rubber plant, Ficus elastica, is one of the many ficus species. It grows as an evergreen shrub, often potted as a houseplant, and as a tree. In tropical humid climates, the rubber tree exceeds 80 feet in height. This is also an ornamental plant grown for its long—up to 1 foot—dark-gr
Perennials As Bog Plants
Many appealing perennials are at home in boggy environments.Hemera Technologies/Photos.com/Getty ImagesPerennials that perform as bog plants flourish in moist to wet soils. Many of them also survive on less than four hours of sun each day. Bog perennials provide solutions for those wet,...
How to Make Bird Feeders From Recyclable Objects
A great way to bring your feathered friends to your backyard is by providing them with safe places to eat. Bird feeders can be made simply out of everyday recyclable objects. These bird feeders are great craft projects to do with children in order to teach them about wildlife and the importance of b
Treatments for Tree Borers
Tree borers are the larval stage of different moths, beetles and occasionally, flies and wasps. Though the adults are different, all larvae incur similar damage as trees, as they eat and tunnel their way into the sapwood of a tree under the bark. Not only does the aesthetic and structural quality of
What Kind of Soil Should I Use to Grow a Wandering Jew?
Wandering Jew, or Tradescantia zebrina, formerly known as Zebrina pendula, is a tropical plant that grows outdoors in warm climates and indoors in cooler areas. Tropical plants prefer moist, organic soils and warm weather. Outdoors Tradescantia zebrina tolerates a variety of soils from clay to loam
Common Names for the Wild Cherry Azalea
Also known as wild cherry azalea, "Nuccio's Wild Cherry" (Azalea "Nuccio's Wild Cherry") is a Satsuki azalea hybrid characterized by an upright growth habit and a long, late bloom period. Satsuki hybrids were introduced to the West in the early 1900s by Japan, gaining popularity in the 1930s. "Nucci
What Makes a Rose Flower Last Longer?
Whether being surprised with roses as a gift or gathering the flowers from your backyard garden, most people enjoy roses. Keeping each flower as long as possible is the aim of every enthusiast. Although hybrid tea roses naturally last longer than other types of roses, all roses benefit from proper c
How to Thicken the Trunk on a Jade Plant
Jade plants are known for their beauty and tolerance for a variety of growing conditions. They are typically successful even for novice indoor gardeners. A succulent, the jade plant generally grows well in a container with minimal care. If your jade's main stem is starting to tilt or bend over, the
How to Propagate Orange Trees From Seeds
Although the exact source of orange trees in the United States may be a mystery, their introduction may be from seeds planted by Spanish explorers. While citrus trees grow naturally in many warm climates, most orange trees offered by commercial growers and nurseries come from rootstock grafts. Even