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How do I Grow String Beans in Zone Six?
String beans have a tough "string" that runs down the length of the immature pods. Modern varieties are more tender; they're often called green beans or snap beans. All thrive in warm weather and die back after frost. If you live in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zone 6, you have abo
How to Use Fish Water to Water Plants
One of the challenges facing organic gardeners is obtaining enough organic fertilizer to provide their garden with the nutrients it needs. Home compost bins provide organic matter to enrich the soil and boost nutrients but may not be available in sufficient supply. Manure must be composted before ap
About Neem Trees
The neem tree (Azadirachta indica), also know as margosa and Indian neem, is a large tree native to Asia and deeply rooted in Indian culture. Neem trees have many uses aside from purifying the air and providing shade in landscapes. The bark of the tree can be used to improve oral hygiene, while the
My Lawn Has Weeds
Maintaining a healthy lawn with vigorous, dense grass is a challenge. Weeds thrive in even less-than-ideal conditions, and can quickly overtake a lawn that is not being closely monitored. While hand-picking weeds in small yards is possible, it is not plausible for larger yards; and if even the right
Plants to Grow Around Oak Trees
From a small acorn, some of the greatest oak trees have grown. Properly tended oak trees can live for 200 years or longer so deciding what plants to grow around your oak trees is something you should not take lightly. Fortunately, there are some excellent choices when it comes to what you want near
Why Are There No Blossoms on My Flowering Crabapple Tree?
Healthy crabapple trees (Malus spp.) produce the best flower displays in springtime. Young saplings or very old trees may not produce flowers because their energy and food reserves are expended in growing roots and leaves.
Earthworms Vs. Roundworms
Earthworms and roundworms are often mistaken for each other. While they may look similar to the eye, an individual would have to look deep inside these worms to see how they are really different.
Seed Planting & Spacing Information
Growing a garden from seeds is not only economical, but also an enjoyable way to create a blooming landscape. Seed packages are generally quite cost effective compared to container grown plants. However, they do require special attention to ensure they are grown in the right type of soil, at the rig
Repelling Squirrels with Peppermint Oil
Squirrels can be amusing to watch when they're in your yard but can cause quite a bit of damage if they make their way into attics, crawlspaces and walls within your home. If you want to repel squirrels from getting into a certain area of your home or get rid of squirrels that are already there, a l
What to Do When a Sunflower Dies
From the towering Russian Mammoth to the multi-branched, red-flowered Moulin Rouge, sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are bright ambassadors of sunny summer afternoons. When fall rolls around, however, the leaves die, the stalks brown and a top-heavy stalk sits awkwardly in your landscape. When sunflow
Typical Terra Cotta Planters
Planters made of terra cotta are among the most popular types available. They come in a wide range of sizes to accommodate tiny plant seedlings to mature indoor trees. The planters are crafted by hand as well as turned out in mass quantities by factories.
How to Spray Bug Spray on Ficus Trees
According to a study by NASA, incorporating live plants into your home decor is one way to help the air inside your house stay as clean as it can be.The ficus tree is just one of the plants listed among those that can help absorb up to 87 percent of toxic air in your home each day. Take good care of
How to Overwinter Indoor Plants
Once the temperature outside drops, the heat goes up inside your home. Great for you, but torture for your indoor plants. Lack of light during the short winter days and minimum humidity are stressful to most indoor tropicals. Here's how to help them.
Guide to Saving Plant Seeds
Today hybrid seeds are available from any local store. They are reasonably priced and produce strong, healthy plants with large yields. However, saving seeds from non-hybrid vegetables and flowers can serve many different purposes for the gardener. Cultivating new varieties and preserving heirlooms
Ranunculus Problems
Ranunculus asiaticus, also called Persian Buttercup, is a perennial plant known for its blooms. Ranunculus plants are easy to grow and care for, but there are a few problems that plague this species. The best way to ensure a healthy ranunculus plant is to recognize the signs of pests and diseases an
Good Mulches for Cucumbers
Mulching cucumber plants is a preventive measure used by home gardeners. Mulch your garden to retain an even level of soil moisture. Also, add extra nutrients to the soil as the mulch decomposes. Depending on availability, several options exist for the type of mulch used. Leave a 3-inch mulch-free r
How to Make a Farm Profit With One Acre of Land
In 1991 only 3,000 small farms were operating in the United States. Since then, that number has grown to more than 1 million. Farming for profit or self-sufficiency on a small plot of land is called micro-farming. This is a more modest form of agriculture, born from high land and fuel prices and ur
How to Save Deer Damaged Arborvitae Trees
Arborvitae is an easy-to-grow evergreen tree used for hedges or other year-round greenery. Deer are drawn to the trees as a food source, however, making them vulnerable in areas with large deer populations. If a deer has eaten a portion of an arborvitae tree, the best action is little action at all.