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How Water Is Used in Photosynthesis?
Plants use the process of photosynthesis to convert sunlight into sugar and oxygen. Then, the sugar converts to adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which fuels the plant. Photosynthesis allows a plant to live and grow.
Will an Offshoot From a Giant Bird of Paradise Root If it is Placed in the Ground?
Giant bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) or crane flowers are slow-growing tropical perennials. These evergreen flowers form clumps by producing divisions from underground stems. Giant bird of paradise flowers reproduce through seeds or offshoots.
How to Produce Fake High Dynamic Range (HDR) Images
For years I have been interested in High Dynamic Range images. These images display a greater dynamic range between the lightest and darkest areas of an image. Most images have a dynamic range of about four to five f-stops. HDR images can be a range of 10 f-stops or greater. Photographers create H
Perennial Bedding Plants
Bedding plants fill in empty spaces of the garden. These plants can also offer color at times when larger garden plants are not blooming. Bedding plants, or ground cover, can be started from seed or bought from stores.
Santa Rosa Plum Tree Disease
According to the "Los Angeles Times," by 2009 the commercial production of Santa Rosa plums had fallen to an all time low---this despite their superior flavor compared to other varieties. The "Times" attributes this to growers' preference for larger and firmer varieties, but it might also have to do
Do You Plant Potatoes in the Same Place?
Many home gardeners create a garden design allowing room for all the vegetables they want to grow and then plant the same crops in the same location year after year. Although in small areas this may be necessary for some crops, such as telephone peas along a fence or corn at the back of the garden b
Evergreen Trees for Small Gardens
Evergreen trees provide color to home landscapes throughout the year. Growing evergreens in small gardens spaces requires careful consideration and planning to ensure that the plant fits into your landscape design. Lisa Dubas, a horticulturalist at the University of Arizona, suggests considering the
When to Plant Tomatoes in Containers
Dwarf, determinate and small-fruited tomatoes produce more fruit than other varieties in container tomato gardens. "Determinate" means the flowers grow on the tips of the vine. That tendril stops growing once the flower sets fruit. The best time to plant tomatoes in containers varies among tomato va
Names of Non-Seed Plants That Grow in the Winter
Choose evergreen ferns for a touch of green in your winter garden.Comstock Images/Comstock/Getty ImagesThe most familiar plants growing in your yard that don't produce seeds are mosses and ferns, both of which reproduce through spores. While most of your garden plants die back with the...
Fruits That Have Thorns
When we think of fruit, particularly in the United States, we typically think of the ones that make up our diet. Fruits such as apples, strawberries, bananas, peaches and pears are common in the United States. They're easy to eat and enjoyed by many. But there are fruits that require some precaution
How to Plant Tomatoes in 5-Gallon Buckets
Many gardeners are opting to grow tomatoes and other vegetables in containers. Container growing saves garden space and allows even apartment dwellers the opportunity to grow tomatoes. A 5-gallon bucket is an inexpensive and versatile container for growing tomatoes. These buckets fit easily on patio
How to Grow Nemesia
Nemesia, also called pouch nemesia, is a colorful annual that does best in regions with cool summer temperatures. It is available in a host of colors, including yellow, orange, red, pink and white. The eye-catching blooms appear in spring and last well into summer. The plants grow from 1 to 2 feet t
Types of Pole Beans
Pole beans are a popular addition to many gardens. Originating near Guatemala, they quickly spread throughout North and South America. By the time the Europeans arrived, the Native Americans were growing beans as well as maize.
Do Gerbera Daisies Bloom All Year Round?
As members of the Asteraceae family, Gerbera daisies produce vibrant, daisylike blossoms. Gerbera daisies were once strictly garden plants, but they are growing in popularity as potted plants. Although they typically bloom in May, it is possible to prolong the life of Gerbera daisies and encourage n
How to Bloom a Cactus
The cactus family contains approximately 2,500 different species of succulent plants that share common characteristics such as spines, ribbing and waxy skin. Many types of cacti also boast colorful blossoms that add to their intriguing beauty. When grown indoors as houseplants, cacti don't have acce
Types of Plants: Hen and Chicks
The hen and chicks plant (Echeveria) is a succulent that is often planted as a groundcover or in rock gardens. It is an annual plant with a short rosette appearance and it is a hardy grower, making a good choice for areas in the garden that deal with more neglect. Though the hen and chicks plant nee
Cedar of Lebanon Growing Profile
The cedar of Lebanon is an evergreen tree that will serve as a focal point in the landscape.
What Is Creeping Charlie?
Creeping charlie is an invasive perennial that also goes by the name ground ivy and creeping charley. It is native to Europe and has spread to North America and Asia.
What Household Products to Use to Kill Gophers
Gophers are serious landscape and garden pests.gopher image by Alexander Kataytsev from Fotolia.comGophers are a menace to the gardener because of their digging habits, which not only destroy precious plants but also ruin the landscape. Eliminating these pests could prove expensive, and...
Fungicide for Blueberry Plants
Blueberries are a popular fruit with diverse uses. The fruit is good for eating fresh or for making jelly, jam, pies and juice. Blueberries are low in calories and are a good source of fiber. Like all plants, blueberries are susceptible to a number of diseases and insect infestations....