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Aflatoxins in Soya Beans
Soya beans are the base for many popular food items, from tofu, soy milk and cheese to breads, cereals and beverages that contain soy protein powder or other derivatives. When grown under certain conditions, the soya bean crop may become vulnerable to molds or other diseases which can have dangerou
Nematodes & Webworms
Homeowners can almost always turn to synthetic chemical pesticides to aid in the struggle to save their lawn from insect pests, but concern over using chemical pesticides and their possible health and environmental risks leads many homeowners to seek natural alternatives. One of the most commonly re
How to Identify Different Wasps
Wasps resemble ants with a slender body and narrow waist. They can be mistaken for bees from their similar size and color, but they differ in skin texture. Wasp skin is hairless and shiny. Some wasps can be dangerous, but not all are aggressive, so it is best to avoid all kinds of wasps.
Tree Care Questions
Trees are necessary for the survival of the planet, as they provide and clean the air we breathe. Proper watering, mulching and pruning of trees helps to ensure their survival.
Northwest Evergreen Shrubs
Evergreen shrubs are woody plants about 5 to 20 feet tall that have year-round green foliage. These shrubs offer color for landscapes during wintertime. The northwest region of the United States consists of Washington and Oregon. An oceanic climate covers the majority of the area, except the alpine
What Is the Anatomy of an Iris Flower?
Iris plants are popular and well loved in gardens around the world for their tall, majestic bearing and hardiness. Although they can be very tall or relatively short, iris plants and their flowers all have the same basic structure.
Different Parts of a Mercury Thermometer
Thermometers measure heat, and although a mercury thermometer may be the most accurate, a digital thermometer should be used for oral temperature taking. Mercury is a toxin and poisonous, and should the thermometer break, it can be hazardous. Expansion thermometers are weather thermometers made with
How to Transplant Cherry Trees
Cherry trees grow in a wide range of soil types, but they must have good drainage. Avoid transplanting cherry trees in excessive wet or dry soils. Cherry trees blossom in the early spring and are susceptible to frost. It is best to place cherry trees in elevated locations that do not form frost pock
How to Tell the Difference Between Male & Female Buds on Squash
Squash have both a male and female bud or flower on the same plant. The female flower produces the fruit when pollinated; the male flower provides the pollen for this purpose. Normally, pollination is carried out by insects, particularly bees, whose populations are declining. Especially in urban are
Planting Zones in Ohio
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) evaluated the growing conditions across the United States and Canada and developed an algorithm that generated 11 agricultural zones based upon average low temperatures. USDA zones 2 through 10 are further divided into sections "a" and "b." Ohio, wi
Could Watering a Tree Force the Direction the Tree Will Grow?
Many external factors affect the growth and structure of trees. Watering has a major effect on the growth of the root system, but it has less effect on the rest of the tree.
How to Grow Citrus Trees in Southern California
Southern California and citrus trees are a match made in heaven. The trees need a temperature between 55 degrees and 100 degrees and lots of sunshine. The conditions are right in Southern California. Citrus trees need 5 to 20 inches of rainfall annually. They like a loamy soil. Oranges and grapefrui
How to Grow Trees in Poor Soil
Most problems with tree growth come from poor soil conditions, according to Colorado State University Extension. Trees grown in poor soil experience difficulty becoming established, never reach their maximum potential height at maturity and live fewer years than those grown in optimal soil condition
How to Kill Chinch Bugs in Canada
Chinch bugs feed on the sap of grasses. They destroy sections of lawn by injecting a toxin into grass with their piecing mouthpiece. A female will lay roughly 200 eggs that hatch into nymphs three weeks later. The nymphs are 1/20 of an inch long, are red and white, and cause the most damage to a law
What Flowers Are Native to Mexico?
Dahlias are one of many flowers native to mexico.dahlia image by Timothy Lubcke from Fotolia.comMexico is a beautiful country that is rich with a wide variety of plants and flowers. There are an estimated 20 to 30 thousand different species of plants growing in Mexico, which is considered...
Facts About Sedum
The sedum family of plants consists of 400 different species. Some are upright and showy plants, while others have tiny leaf clusters low to the ground. They emerge in the spring and bloom in the fall.
Poisonous Flowers & Plants for Animals
Many plants, both cultivated and wild, are attractive to look at and may serve practical purposes. But despite their uses to humans, several are poisonous to animals that happen to come into contact with them or eat them.
How to Grow Ivy on Step Risers
According to Clemson University, English ivy can climb anywhere from 5 to 50 feet, forming a dense mat of shiny, green and sometimes variegated leaves. It will grip and twine on almost any surface, though the more porous the surface is, the better. Training ivy to crawl and grow on the risers of you
DIY Sub-Irrigated Planters
Sub-irrigation provides plants with a consistent source of moisture so the soil doesn't dry out between each watering. The planters have a reservoir in the bottom that holds the irrigation water. The soil absorbs the water from the reservoir and plant roots also grow into the reservoir to access the
How to Clone From a Stem Cutting
Cloning a plant from a stem cutting means creating an exact duplicate of the host plant, without using seeds or other propagation techniques. Many plants, such as shrubs and houseplants, are cloned from cuttings to replace diseased or dying plants. The method results in a healthy plant that matures